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Google Expands Into Ukraine with a Locked-Down Gambling Policy
The timer is set, the table’s cleared, and Ukraine is ready for the next round. On July 14, 2025, Google will officially allow gambling PPC ads in Ukraine...

Google AdX Faces Scrutiny Amid Surge in Illegal Gambling Ads
For all the promises of AI-driven ad systems and automated compliance, illegal betting ads still slip through the cracks—particularly on Google’s advertising exchange, AdX. Despite government clampdowns, unauthorized...

New Brazil Law Targets Online Gambling and Unlicensed Ads with Raised Taxes
Brazil enacts new amendments to Law No. 14,790, criminalizing the promotion of unlicensed gambling through digital platforms, in response to the rise of unauthorized online betting...

Illegal Online Casinos Thrive in India Through Google Search
Google controls more than 97% of the search engine market in India. This makes it the main way people find websites, including those tied to illegal gambling. Even...

The Netherlands Tightens Rules on Gambling Sponsorships and Player Protection
The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), is pushing ahead with its complete ban on sports sponsorships from gambling companies. While the ban technically began in July 2023, existing...

Google Rolls Out Major Changes to Gambling Ad Policy in 2025
Google’s updated its Gambling and Casino Games advertising policy and is now officially in place. The changes bring tighter rules, clearer definitions, and stronger enforcement across global markets...

Stricter Marketing Rules Hit iGaming Affiliates Across Big Markets
The UK Gambling Commission has issued tighter affiliate marketing rules to improve transparency and protect consumers. Affiliates promoting iGaming offers must now clearly disclose all bonus terms, especially...

Europe Tightens Grip on Online Gambling as Market Reaches New Heights
Europe’s online gambling market has spiked in recent years. In doing so, many countries have passed laws to legalise sports betting, online casinos, and other gambling activities. This...

Gambling Ad Regulations Intensify: Kenya's Ban Could Influence Google
In a bold move to tackle the growing crisis of gambling addiction, the Kenyan government have imposed a sweeping 30-day ban on all gambling advertisements across media platforms...

New Zealand to Allow Online Casino Adverts, Foreign Companies Expected to Dominate
The New Zealand government have decided to auction 15 online casino gambling licences, allowing operators to legally advertise their services. Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden explained that...

Netherlands Considers Tougher Google Adverts Gambling Regulations Amid Ongoing Challenges
Dutch lawmakers are urging Google to take stronger action against unlicensed gambling adverts that continue to target users in the Netherlands. Despite existing regulations from the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA)...

Germany and Google Target Cloaked Ads in Crackdown on Illegal Gambling
Ronald Benter, CEO of the Joint Gambling Authority of the Federal States (GGL), recently acknowledged the need for enhanced measures to curb unlicensed gambling advertising during a Berlin...

Google Cracks Down on Malicious Adverts: 5.1 Billion Removed, 39 Million Accounts Suspended
Google’s Ad Safety Report reveals an aggressive crackdown on fraudulent ads, underscoring the tech giant’s commitment to creating a safer online environment. A combination of artificial intelligence and...

New Gambling Advert Rules and Google Policy Changes Pressure Evoke’s UK Business
Stricter rules around gambling advertising and player verification are beginning to reshape the betting industry in Britain. Changes like Google Adverts gambling restrictions new policies, and the online...

Google Blocked Billions of Gambling Adverts Last Year as Online Regulations Continue to Tighten
Besides Google, other major platforms are placing gambling promotions under heavier scrutiny. The pressure to clean up digital ad spaces has grown steadily, especially in the UK...

YouTube Crackdown Forces Gambling Affiliates to Rethink Strategy
YouTube’s stricter gambling content rules are beginning to reshape how iGaming affiliates operate on the platform. The policy changes, introduced on 19 March, are part of a wider...

Gambling Crackdown Aligns with Google’s Stricter Advert Rules Ahead of April's Rule Update
The UK is stepping up its crackdown on gambling-related harm through new regulations, tougher ad standards, and a shift toward government-led oversight. At the same time, Google is...

New Google Ads Gambling Compliance News Targets Social Media Influencers
The push to regulate gambling advertising has reached new heights. Authorities have stepped up efforts to tackle social media influencers who promote offshore online casinos. This crackdown, led...

Apple and Google Face RICO Lawsuit Over Sweepstake Casino Apps
Apple and Google are facing a federal class action lawsuit under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organisations (RICO) Act, accused of facilitating illegal gambling through sweepstakes casino applications...

UK Watchdog Scrutinises Brazil’s New Measures on Online Gambling Adverts
Brazil’s Federal Public Ministry has started looking into problems with adverts for online gambling and sports betting on YouTube. This investigation is happening because more people worldwide are...

YouTube Cracks Down on Gambling Content Amid Global Regulatory Pressure
YouTube has tightened its policies on gambling-related content, reinforcing its guidelines to prevent the promotion of unlicensed betting sites. As of March 19, 2025, creators are prohibited from...

European iGaming Regulations in 2025: What Operators Need to Know
The European iGaming industry is facing major regulatory changes in 2025 , with stricter rules on player protection, advertising, and responsible gambling. As authorities push for more unified...

YouTube Tightens Gambling Content Policies, Aims to Protect Younger Viewers
YouTube is ramping up its efforts to curb the spread of unregulated gambling content on its platform. It reflects its growing awareness of its responsibility in protecting vulnerable...

Google Updates Gambling Advert Policies for 2025
Google has announced new rules for gambling advertisements, set to take effect on 14 April 2025. The updated policy aims to bring clearer guidelines, stronger compliance measures, and...

Google’s New Gambling Policy Updates to Transform Online Advertising
Starting April 14, Google will roll out a significant update to its advertising policies that will have a major impact on the gambling industry, especially for social casino...

Tightening Gambling Advertising Policies as Debate Grows in the UK
In recent years, the conversation surrounding Google Ads gambling policy updates has grown louder, with a sharp focus on the ethical concerns and potential harm these adverts may...

Google Revamps Advertising Policy for Real-Money Games Internationally
In a bid to enhance user safety and compliance, Google has announced significant Google Ads gambling policy updates that will affect advertisers promoting real-money games outside of India...

Australian Senator Calls for Investigation Into Gambling Advert's Influence
Independent Australian senator David Pocock has called for an inquiry into the gambling industry’s influence on government policy, particularly regarding online gambling reform. His move comes as pressure...

Google’s Updated Gambling and Games Ad Policy
Starting April 14, 2025, Google will introduce stricter advertising rules for gambling and gaming platforms. The revised policy clearly defines gambling-promoting content as any material that facilitates gambling...

Ladbrokes Ad on Baby Monitor App Sparks Controversy Over Google Ads Gambling Policy Updates
There's growing concern over gambling adverts after one for Ladbrokes showed up on a baby monitor app. The app, called YCC365 Plus, is usually used for home security...
