Spain’s gambling regulator notified the European Commission of new online gambling regulations covering player protection, according to a report. The source does not specify the rules’ provisions or next steps.
The rules could affect online gambling operators’ player-protection requirements in Spain.
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The Dutch gambling regulator organised a player protection conference on 8–9 September 2025, attended by regulators, researchers and experts from 16 European countries. Participants discussed youth protection, illegal gambling and advertising, and the use of player data to identify risk factors; working groups are due to meet for the first time in 2026.
The Dutch gambling regulator organised a first Player Protection Conference that brought regulators together with scientists, researchers and experts from 16 European countries. The conference focused on strengthening player protection through international cooperation, knowledge exchange and the development of joint measures.
On 9 September 2024, a Gaming Commission secretariat member presented the commission’s remit and player protection work to about 20 members of a consultation platform convened by Medenam. Mediators said some people barred from gambling continue through impersonation or illegal sites; participants also discussed multiple addictions and the distinction between psychological and financial support.
The Netherlands Gambling Authority organised the first Player Protection Conference on 8–9 September 2025, attended by three members of the Gaming Commission secretariat. Delegates from 16 European countries discussed youth protection, illegal gambling and advertising, and using player data to identify risks; working groups are scheduled to begin meeting during 2026.
The Netherlands Gambling Authority organised the first Player Protection Conference, which brought together regulators, academics, researchers and experts from 16 European countries. Three members of the Gaming Commission secretariat took part.
The Malta Gaming Authority and the Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on consumer affairs and player protection in gaming. The agreement sets a formal framework for information exchange and clarifies how complaints and disputes spanning both remits are handled, the MGA said.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) covering consumer affairs and player protection in gaming has been signed by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and the Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (MCCAA), according to the MGA. The document creates a formal structure for the authorities to work together, communicate and share relevant information, in line with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Reportedly, the iGamingFuture East Africa 2026 summit in Nairobi addressed how regulators can protect players without stifling growth in the region's betting sector. The event was described as having just finished.