Lotteritilsynet warns Norwegian clubs over sponsorship by unlicensed gambling firms
The warning puts clubs on notice that promoting unlicensed operators can count as illegal marketing, affecting sponsorship income.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
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Lotteritilsynet says police drop Lyoness case over capacity constraints
The police decision did not lift the stop order, so operators remain barred and consumers are warned against the scheme.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
Lotteritilsynet extends bingo-rule exemptions to 11 May 2020
Bingo operators have additional time under the exemptions, with the current period running to 11 May.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
Lotteritilsynet extends bingo-rule exemptions to 27 April
Bingo operators covered by the exemptions can continue under the dispensation until 27 April.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
Mpumalanga Economic Regulator lists operational rules for totalisator betting
The rules concern operational requirements for totalisator betting in Mpumalanga.
Source: Mpumalanga Economic Regulator
Mpumalanga Economic Regulator lists casino game rules for The Ridge Casino
The rules set out the framework for casino games at The Ridge Casino.
Source: Mpumalanga Economic Regulator
Panama’s DGI exempts closed businesses from fiscal equipment requirements
The measure sets different invoicing requirements for gambling businesses that close and those that continue operating.
Lotteritilsynet delays bingo surplus payments to organisations
Bingo operators and recipient organisations face a changed timetable for first-quarter surplus payments.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
Lotteritilsynet extends bingo exemptions with tighter marketing rules
Bingo operators must comply with tighter marketing limits and later verify remotely registered players in person.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
Panama's JCJ suspends administrative proceedings until 7 April 2020
The suspension changes the timetable for gaming-sector administrative proceedings in Panama.
Norway’s Lotteritilsynet orders bingo halls to close under COVID-19 restrictions
Bingo operators in Norway were required to suspend in-person hall activity under the stated public-health interpretation.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
Panama's JCJ moves horse racing to closed doors on 13 March
The decision changes attendance and broadcast arrangements for the scheduled horse races.
Panama gaming board orders casinos and betting venues to follow health measures
Operators across Panama’s land-based gaming sectors must implement the board’s specified health measures.
AGCO revises Standardbred racing rules in Ontario
The revisions affect the records, licensing and information services used in Ontario Standardbred racing.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Panama gaming authority expands inspections and plans technology upgrades
Operators face expanded oversight, while planned systems could enable real-time monitoring of casino revenues.
AGCO board approves 2020–23 business plan
The plan sets the AGCO’s stated planning period for its regulatory work.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Norway’s Lotteritilsynet expands payment-blocking powers from January 2020
Banks and payment providers in Norway face broader transaction checks and information requirements linked to unlicensed gambling.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
Panama’s DGI waives fines for late property-improvement declarations
The measure lets eligible taxpayers regularise property-improvement declarations without incurring the stated fine.
Lotteritilsynet removes 211 organisations from lottery register
Removals cut affected voluntary organisations off from lottery and bingo income, with a six-month quarantine before reapplying.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
Norwegian Lottery Authority supports Rikstoto’s NOK20,000 monthly loss limit
The proposed cap would constrain player spending and losses across Norsk Rikstoto’s offer, including for high-spending customers.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
Norway’s Lotteritilsynet discusses illegal gambling with industry representatives
The discussion concerns payment restrictions and player-protection measures affecting operators serving Norwegian customers.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
DC Office of Lottery and Gaming adopts sports wagering rules
The adopted rules establish a regulatory framework ahead of sports wagering licence applications in the District.
Norway proposes AML exemption for association bingo and certain lotteries
Organisations offering qualifying bingo or lotteries could face fewer AML obligations if Norway adopts the proposed exemption.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
OLGR sets ATM and EFTPOS placement rules for gaming venues
Licensed venues must account for these placement and signage requirements when installing or relocating cash-dispensing machines.
Source: OLGR Queensland
Lotteritilsynet identifies Norsk Tipping marketing breach and five improvement areas
Norsk Tipping must address the identified marketing breach and improvement areas under the regulator’s review.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)