Compliance Updates
UKGC Issues Urgent Warning on Unlicensed Platforms and Operator Responsibility
Tackling unlicensed gambling is central to the UK Gambling Commission’s objective of preventing gambling from being a source of crime and disrupting this illegal activity at scale.
The Commission has become aware of casino games supplied by licensed operators appearing on unlicensed websites available to the British consumers illegally.
Those markets are unregulated, and do not provide the same safeguards that are required of operators. They often target vulnerable customers, such as those who have self-excluded via the GAMSTOP scheme. The websites may have inadequate social responsibility and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) controls in place and leave customers open to risks of fraud, data privacy issues and unfair practices. It is therefore imperative that the Commission, in collaboration with the gambling industry and key partners take all possible steps to mitigate risk to GB consumers.
Operators providing Business-to-Business (B2B) gaming solutions including live games, live casinos and slots (B2B operators) can help the Commission tackle the illegal market by reviewing their own practices. The Commission has found that, in some instances, third party resellers are distributing games supplied by operators to the illegal market, often in breach of their contractual obligations. Commission licensees may have been negligent in allowing them to do so and in the process, place their own licence at risk.
The Commission advised operators to actively monitor their business relationships to ensure any partners are not participating in offering illegal gambling facilities to the GB market, and where identified, terminating relationships where non-compliance has occurred.
It is critical that licensees also actively engage with the Commission where such activity is identified, setting out the preventative measures adopted to ensure such activity ceases immediately. Actively notifying the Commission and setting out a clear plan to mitigate the issue at pace is a minimum requirement.
The Commission is adopting a proactive approach to this matter and may decide at any point to conduct test purchasing activity to evidence potential breaches.
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Alberta
Media Troopers Prepares for Alberta iGaming Launch with Canadian Gaming Law Firm
Media Troopers is positioning itself for entry into Alberta’s soon-to-launch regulated online gambling market through a strategic partnership with Canadian law firm Segev LLP.
The collaboration will see the affiliate marketing and customer acquisition specialist work closely with legal experts Ron Segev and Alon Segev to navigate the province’s evolving regulatory framework. The firm will advise on compliance, licensing readiness, and market entry strategy as Alberta finalises its iGaming model.
Alberta is set to become only the second Canadian province to regulate commercial online gambling, following the launch of Ontario’s market in 2022. The province took a major step forward with the passage of the iGaming Alberta Bill, which establishes a legal framework for private operators and introduces the Alberta iGaming Corporation to oversee the sector.
This regulatory shift is expected to open significant opportunities for operators and service providers alike, particularly as Canada’s iGaming landscape continues to expand. Industry observers often point to Ontario’s rollout as a benchmark, with oversight from bodies such as the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, which has helped shape standards around licensing, compliance, and player protection.
As part of its expansion strategy, Media Troopers aims to support licensed operators entering Alberta with localized marketing solutions, including affiliate partnerships and compliance-led acquisition strategies tailored to the province’s regulatory requirements.
Commenting on the development, Shmulik Segal, CEO of Media Troopers, said:
“Alberta represents one of the most exciting emerging regulated markets in North America.
“Working with Ron Segev and the team at Segev LLP ensures that our expansion into the province will be aligned with the evolving regulatory framework and positioned for long-term success.”
Segal added:
“Canada’s iGaming market continues to evolve rapidly. Our goal is to be fully prepared to support operators entering Alberta from day one.”
The move highlights a broader trend in North America, where affiliate and marketing firms are increasingly aligning with legal and regulatory specialists ahead of market openings. This approach not only reduces compliance risk but also allows companies to establish early positioning in newly regulated jurisdictions.
For more on Canada’s evolving iGaming landscape, see Europa Gaming’s coverage of Ontario iGaming Market Launch and North America Gambling Regulation.
With Alberta’s framework nearing completion, early movers like Media Troopers are aiming to replicate the success seen in Ontario—where strong compliance foundations and localised strategies have proven critical to long-term growth.
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Alberta
Media Troopers Prepares for Alberta iGaming Launch with Canadian Gaming Law Firm
The leading digital marketing and customer acquisition group Media Troopers has announced it’s gearing up to join Alberta’s upcoming iGaming-regulated market by partnering with Alon Segev, Managing Partner and Ron Segev, founder of Canadian gaming and betting law firm Segev LLP.
Alberta will become Canada’s second province to regulate commercial online gambling, following Ontario in 2022. The province passed the iGaming Alberta Bill last May, which brought with it a framework to allow operators to enter the province and the creation of a new iGaming regulator, the Alberta iGaming Corporation.
As part of Media Troopers’ strategic entry into the new sector, it has partnered with Segev, who will advise the company on regulatory strategy, compliance requirements, and market readiness as Alberta finalizes its operational and licensing framework.
“Alberta represents one of the most exciting emerging regulated markets in North America,” said Shmulik Segal, CEO of Media Troopers.
“Working with Ron Segev and the team at Segev LLP ensures that our expansion into the province will be aligned with the evolving regulatory framework and positioned for long-term success.”
As with Ontario’s competitive market, Media Troopers is dedicated to supporting licensed operators in Alberta with localized marketing channels, affiliate partnerships, and compliance-structured acquisition strategies.
“Canada’s iGaming market continues to evolve rapidly,” Segal added. “Our goal is to be fully prepared to support operators entering Alberta from day one.”
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ADM
ENJOY gains Italian approval amid advancing regulated expansion strategy
Approval clears the path for future operator collaborations in one of Europe’s fiercest markets.
ENJOY, the vibrant iGaming content creator, has received official certification to provide its content in the Italian market, signaling an important achievement in the company’s European growth strategy.
After receiving approval from Italy’s regulatory body, Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM), ENJOY is now permitted to provide its range of slot games, live casino, and hybrid live experiences to licensed operators in one of Europe’s most prominent and competitive iGaming markets.
The certification marks an important milestone in ENJOY’s long-term expansion strategy, allowing the company to penetrate the Italian market via several forthcoming collaborations with prominent local operators. These collaborations will present Italian gamers to ENJOY’s unique combination of captivating game mechanics and superior production quality.
The provider’s catalog features an array of successful slot games centered on established mechanics like Bison Strike and newer entries such as Hotfire Diamonds XXL. It also features an expanding range of live game show experiences like Enchanted Forest and the soon-to-debut Energy Roulette Hold & Win, created at its cutting-edge studio.
Italy’s well-established regulatory system and competitive environment position it as a crucial market for suppliers aiming to secure a solid foothold in Europe, closely aligning with ENJOY’s emphasis on regulated expansion and sustainable market entry.
Christos Zoulianitis, Chief Commercial Officer at ENJOY, said: “Securing certification for the Italian market represents a key milestone in ENJOY’s European expansion. Italy is one of the most established and competitive regulated markets, and gaining approval to supply our content here reflects both the quality of our portfolio and our commitment to meeting the highest regulatory standards.
“This certification allows us to move forward with a number of exciting operator partnerships, ensuring our games are introduced to Italian players in a way that supports long-term growth and strong engagement.”
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