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🇨🇼 Updates from Curaçao
As of June 2025, Curaçao is accepting B2B gaming license applications under the new LOK framework.
With stricter compliance rules now in place, all temporary licenses are under review — full approvals or revocations are expected by December 24, 2025.
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As of June 2025, Curaçao is accepting B2B gaming license applications under the new LOK framework.
With stricter compliance rules now in place, all temporary licenses are under review — full approvals or revocations are expected by December 24, 2025.
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Gibraltar is no longer on the FATF’s high-risk list after fixing problems with money laundering and terrorism financing rules.
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Romania is closing the ONJN regulator. Its low efficiency cost the country almost €1B in lost tax revenue from gambling operators.
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License Insights #8: Isle of Man
In this regular series, we’re breaking down iGaming licenses around the world—how they work, what they cost, and what you need to stay compliant.
This time, we’re heading to a small island with a big reputation in the gaming world.
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Isle of Man Gambling License!
We've collected all the essentials into quick, easy-to-swipe cards. Inside, you’ll find tax details, licensing tips, and how to dodge fines like a pro.
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In this regular series, we’re breaking down iGaming licenses around the world—how they work, what they cost, and what you need to stay compliant.
This time, we’re heading to a small island with a big reputation in the gaming world.
Say hello to…
We've collected all the essentials into quick, easy-to-swipe cards. Inside, you’ll find tax details, licensing tips, and how to dodge fines like a pro.
If something catches your eye, just let us know!
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🇦🇪 UAE: Two More Game Providers Licensed
The GCGRA has just added two more names to its list of approved gaming providers:
➡️ TCS John Huxley – A UK-based supplier of equipment and software for live games, supporting both land-based and online casinos.
➡️ Pollard Banknote Limited – A Canadian lottery specialist with operations in both offline and online formats.
The total number of GCGRA-licensed providers is now 10.
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The GCGRA has just added two more names to its list of approved gaming providers:
The total number of GCGRA-licensed providers is now 10.
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The SPA is closely monitoring Twitch streamers promoting offshore casinos.
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🇮🇹 Italy Cuts Gambling Operators
Italy is reducing the number of gambling operators from 81 companies to around 33, following a drop in applicationsfrom 93 to about 50 .
Many smaller companies decided not to apply because of several reasons:
➡️ A new €7M upfront licensing fee (up from €250K).
➡️ Taxes increased: 24.5% on sportsbook revenues and 25.5% on online casino revenues.
➡️ Annual fees: 3% of operators' gross gaming revenue.
And this is not even the end.
Operators must allocate 0.2% of their revenue (up to €1M) to responsible gambling initiatives, offering deposit limits, spending limits, and self-exclusion options.
Experts say Italy’s goal is clear: fewer, stronger gambling companies to ensure safer gaming for everyone.
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Italy is reducing the number of gambling operators from 81 companies to around 33, following a drop in applications
Many smaller companies decided not to apply because of several reasons:
And this is not even the end.
Operators must allocate 0.2% of their revenue (up to €1M) to responsible gambling initiatives, offering deposit limits, spending limits, and self-exclusion options.
Experts say Italy’s goal is clear: fewer, stronger gambling companies to ensure safer gaming for everyone.
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Despite a gambling ban, Pakistan's iGaming market is booming with a population of 240M with a median age of up to 24 years and rising mobile use.
Key market data
Audience
Regulation in the country
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🇳🇴 Norway Online Gambling Market – 2025 Outlook
Even with a strict monopoly, Norway’s online gambling market is growing thanks to high digital use. Only Norsk Tipping & Rikstoto are legal, but many still play on offshore websites.
Key market data
➡️ Projected market volume in 2025: $1.53B
➡️ Projected volume of the online segment in 2025: €1.2B
➡️ User penetration forecast by 2025: 65.1% (2.1M players)
➡️ Popular verticals: slots (35%), betting (30%), lotteries (20%)
➡️ Active Norsk Tipping players: 2M (+11% by 2023)
Audience
➡️ 65% of players are men, 38% are aged 26-40 years
➡️ Average spending: 23% below the European norm
➡️ The main way to play is mobile (75%), but 55% prefer desktop
➡️ 10% use cryptocurrencies for anonymity
Regulation in the country
➡️ Regulator: Lotteritilsynet
➡️ Monopoly: Only Norsk Tipping and Norsk Rikstoto are licensed
➡️ Tax on winnings from offshore sites: 22–38% (from $960)
➡️ Bingo limits introduced from 2025
➡️ Number of blocked websites in 2024: 57
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Even with a strict monopoly, Norway’s online gambling market is growing thanks to high digital use. Only Norsk Tipping & Rikstoto are legal, but many still play on offshore websites.
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Audience
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The government has proposed a new law that would ban all forms of credit-funded gambling, not just credit offered by licensees.
Operators wouldn’t be allowed to:
The government is also asking operators to help stop people from using credit to gamble by displaying information signs in stores and delivering clear messages online.
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Bulgaria plans to implement stricter consumer protection measures, which are now open for public feedback until July 5.
Here’s what’s on the table:
Time Limits:
Loss Limits:
Wagering Caps:
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🚨More Countries Off the FATF List
In addition to Gibraltar,the UAE, Barbados, Jamaica, Panama, the Philippines, Senegal, and Uganda have been removed from the FATF’s list of high-risk jurisdictions.
These countries have improved their anti-money laundering measures.
For now, the FATF list of high-risk jurisdictions includesthe Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Iran, and Myanmar.
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In addition to Gibraltar,
These countries have improved their anti-money laundering measures.
For now, the FATF list of high-risk jurisdictions includes
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🇪🇺 EU: In 2024, illegal operators may control 71% (€80.6B) of the European iGaming market.
🇬🇧 UK: The local tax reform could push 65% of bettors to illegal gambling platforms.
🇮🇩 Indonesia: The Praya District Court website redirected users to the illegal iGaming operator AYAMJP.
🇮🇪 Ireland: GRAI plans to revise license fees based on operators’ GGY — gross income after winnings, before tax.
🇧🇷 Brazil: The country loses $1.95B annually to unlicensed betting, with 61% of bettors using illegal platforms in 2025.
🇺🇦 Ukraine: The gambling revenue surged 125×, reaching UAH 8.97B from Jan–May 2025 — up 22% year-on-year.
🇷🇴 Romania: €1B lost in tax revenue due to ONJN’s inaction.
🎰 Sweepstakes: Stake Engine attracted 4,000+ developers within 3 weeks.
🏀 Betting: The 2026 World Cup is expected to bring FIFA $10B and spark over $100B in global wagers.
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Japan asked 8 jurisdictions to stop letting Japanese users access online casinos. The full list includes Canada, Costa Rica, Georgia, Malta, Anjouan (Comoros), Curaçao (Netherlands), Isle of Man, and Gibraltar.
What do you think — will it work? Share your thoughts in the comments
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Anjouan Gaming now requires all B2B service providers—including platform providers, game developers, payment processors, and other critical service suppliers—to be licensed or formally recognized in order to work with our B2C operators.
How will it work?
For now - our team believes nothing changes for B2C operators.
In the future - probably Anjouan will have audits or will begin requiring additional documents/agreement for every partner B2C operator works with. And if such agreement is not with licensed service provider- they will do some actions. (?)
OR
For every new b2c license application Anjouan will ask for agreement which must be with recognized B2B provider.
Additional comments:
It’s definitely the move to be more recognized and it will work 100%. Mainly because of 850+ operators (and even more domains) under Anjouan.
Expected delays (?):
Also, it may be the reason of delays with new licenses. If you have agreement with unrecognized B2B provider, big one, and Anjouan doesn’t allow the application to proceed to the next step, then the applicant either will start pushing B2B provider or will change to recognized provider. Such change will take time as well as authorization for B2B provider.
What will be the next move of B2B service providers and Anjouan Team? 🤔
If you have questions - leave them in a comment or text @MGL_solutions for details
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