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Google is preparing to introduce revised requirements for its gambling advertising certification process, with the updated rules set to apply from October 2026 to advertisers operating in gambling-related markets. The changes were announced by Google on 14 September 2026 through an update to its Gambling and Games policy. Under the revised framework, advertisers will be expected to maintain what Google refers to as “good policy health” in order to remain eligible for gambling

European investment firms with assets exceeding €30 billion could face a significantly different regulatory regime under new proposals being developed by the European Banking Authority, as regulators seek to clarify when large investment firms must transition into the banking framework. The EBA has launched a consultation covering three draft regulatory technical standards that would establish clearer rules for calculating an investment firm's total assets, reporting those fi

Vietnam has formally expanded its anti-money laundering framework to address risks associated with crypto assets, marking another major step towards bringing the country's rapidly developing digital-asset market within the scope of financial regulation. The National Assembly approved amendments to the Law on Anti-Money Laundering alongside changes to legislation governing the State Bank of Vietnam and credit institutions. The amendments were approved with 94.6% of lawmakers v

Italy’s communications regulator is moving to provide greater clarity on how licensed gambling operators can interact with customers while remaining compliant with the country’s stringent advertising restrictions. The initiative comes as the regulator launches a consultation focused on responsible gambling communications, seeking to establish clearer distinctions between customer information that may be permitted and marketing activity that remains prohibited under existing l

Italy’s Council of Ministers has given preliminary approval to a new legislative decree designed to simplify and modernize tax compliance and assessment procedures, with major implications for the country’s slot machine and video lottery terminal (VLT) sectors. The draft decree, introduced by Economy and Finance Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti, seeks to reorganize and consolidate regulatory measures that were introduced in 2023. While the legislation does not alter the under

The Anti-Money Laundering Authority has formally brought professional football clubs and agents within the scope of its anti-money laundering framework, marking a significant regulatory expansion that introduces stringent compliance obligations and the risk of substantial financial penalties for breaches. Under a regulatory package approved in 2024, organizations that fail to adhere to these new requirements could face enforcement actions, including fines proportionate to the

Legislative efforts to reshape financial oversight in the United States reached a decisive moment on Tuesday when the House Financial Services Committee narrowly voted 26 to 25 in favor of repealing the Corporate Transparency Act. The move propels forward the Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act, legislation designed to remove federal obligations requiring American citizens to disclose the true ownership of their business entities. Proponents of the bill argue that the current

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has unveiled an extensive new set of regulations aimed at enhancing the reporting and detection of illicit financial activities throughout the United States. This major regulatory overhaul establishes clear incentives and legal protections for individuals who submit original information that leads to successful enforcement actions by the Department of the Treasury. Federal officials intend for these measures to close persisten

The introduction of the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) is transforming Europe’s digital asset landscape while simultaneously bringing new regulatory complexities to the surface, according to George Theocharides, chairman of the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission. Writing in an article originally published in Eurofi magazine, Theocharides characterised MiCA as a fundamental turning point for the European crypto-asset market. He explained that an industry w

Professional service providers in Australia, including real estate agents, accountants, and lawyers, now face the prospect of jail sentences and substantial fines if they fail to comply with autonomous sanctions and anti-money laundering (AML) directives. The high standards of due diligence are designed to prevent the flow of illicit funds and ensure that designated individuals and entities cannot access economic resources within the Australian economy. The Department of Fore

Google has revealed plans to introduce more rigorous standards for gambling advertisers operating across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, significantly raising the bar for companies seeking access to its advertising platforms. The policy shift was announced by Google’s Dublin-based advertising unit and centers on expanded verification and eligibility requirements for businesses in the gambling sector. The updated framework is set to take effect on March 23, 2026. From

Italy is preparing to introduce a far-reaching overhaul of its land-based gambling sector, with the aim of harmonising regulations across the country’s 20 regions and more than 110 municipalities. The government is expected to publish a draft decree setting out a single national framework for slot machines, bingo halls and video lottery terminal (VLT) systems, which would apply uniformly to all franchise operators. The draft decree has been drawn up following almost two y

South Korea has approved a broad package of regulatory changes aimed at reinforcing the credibility of its capital markets and tightening its anti-money laundering framework, with the Financial Services Commission finalizing the revised rules on January 28, 2026. A central feature of the reforms is a significant expansion of mandatory English-language disclosures for listed companies, a move intended to dismantle long-standing linguistic barriers that have limited internation

The Luxembourg Registration Duties, Estates and VAT Authority has released a major regulatory clarification through Circular 792 quater, tightening the rules governing customer identification and identity verification for all professionals under its supervision. The circular reinforces compliance with the amended Law of 12 November 2004 on combating money laundering and terrorist financing, with a particular focus on the realities of digital finance and complex legal arrangem