TGP Europe, which ran a number of websites, has surrendered its licence after being told by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) that it needed to pay a £3.3 million penalty and make significant improvements if it wanted to continue trading in Great Britain.

The fine was for failing to carry out sufficient checks on business partners and breaching anti-money laundering rules.

TGP’s white label business model involved running a gambling business using the branding of other businesses.

A Commission investigation revealed failures to:

• carry out effective due diligence on each entity involved in the ownership of the third party

• carry out due diligence on the source of funds for business arrangements

• sufficiently consider money laundering risks

• sufficiently consider any activity by a third-party that is illegal, in either GB or the territory in which it is conducted.

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) breaches included failing to effectively implement enhanced due diligence measures outlined in its own AML policy by not effectively scrutinising information received from a third party.

This is the second time TGP Europe has breached regulations. In 2023 the operator was fined £316,250 for failures including not adequately considering and mitigating money laundering risks posed by business-to-business relationships, and having ineffective policies and procedures in relation to due diligence undertaken prior to white label agreements.

John Pierce, Commission Head of Enforcement, said: “This case involves a gambling company that was unwilling or unable to meet the regulatory standards we expect from our licensees. It is right that they have now exited the British market.

“Following TGP’s exit, several online gambling operators can no longer lawfully offer gambling facilities to consumers located in Great Britain. These sites, previously operating under TGP’s licence, may not provide adequate protection against criminal activity or gambling-related harm and should not be available to GB consumers with immediate effect.”

He continued: “We have already been in contact with several football clubs today to highlight the impact of the withdrawal from the market by TGP and make clear that we will be carrying out checks-without further notice-to ensure these sites remain blocked. We will also conduct ongoing spot checks as necessary to ensure they are not accessible to consumers in Great Britain by any means. Should any of these sites be available to GB consumers, we will take appropriate action.

“It is essential that football clubs play their part in protecting fans and GB consumers who may be exposed to advertising of these sites through their sponsorship arrangements from harm or exploitation. All licensed operators with similar arrangements to TGP should take notice of the action taken in this case.

“We would like to warn consumers that sites operated by TGP are now unlicensed and may not provide protections against criminality or gambling related harm.”

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has imposed a fine of $500,800 on PointsBet Australia Pty Ltd for breaching the e-marketing and gambling self-exclusion laws.

Investigations by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) found that the company sent more than 800 messages that breached Australia’s spam laws.

PointsBet also contravened laws relating to BetStop – the National Self-Exclusion Register (NSER), by delaying closing accounts of customers who had registered and sending marketing messages to self-excluded persons.

Between September and November 2023, PointsBet sent 705 emails containing a direct link to its betting products without including an unsubscribe function.

The emails were mischaracterised by PointsBet as “non-commercial” despite promoting their services, making them subject to the spam rules.

PointsBet also sent seven marketing emails without recipient consent and 90 commercial texts that did not have sender contact information.

The NSER investigation found PointsBet sent 508 marketing messages to self-excluded individuals in August and September 2023. Under the NSER laws, people registered with the NSER must not be sent marketing materials from a licensed wagering service.

ACMA Chair Nerida O’Loughlin said there are no excuses for gambling companies that fail to understand their legal obligations given the risks to people experiencing gambling harms.

“It is deeply concerning that these failures have impacted PointsBet’s customers, some of whom had taken proactive steps to exclude themselves from online wagering,“ Ms O’Loughlin said.

“People signing up to the NSER are taking positive steps to remove online gambling from their lives. Their decision must not be compromised by companies like PointsBet.

“Wagering providers must also appropriately identify where messages promote or advertise their services and ensure that those messages comply with the rules, including the obligation to promote the NSER.”

The ACMA found that no excluded customers were able to place bets with PointsBet during the period investigated. The ACMA has accepted comprehensive court-enforceable undertakings from PointsBet committing it to reviews into its compliance with spam and NSER laws, actioning any recommended improvements and providing regular training for all relevant staff.

“This action should serve as a warning to all wagering providers that they must meet their legal obligations or face the consequences. We will closely monitor PointsBet’s compliance with its undertakings and with the spam and NSER laws,” Ms O’Loughlin said.

The imposition of a financial penalty was not available to the ACMA for the NSER breaches due to the complex and novel matters investigated. However, a failure to comply with an enforceable undertaking can lead to court-ordered financial penalties.

Compliance with interactive gambling safeguards and misleading spam messages are both current compliance priorities for the ACMA. This is the first enforceable action announced under the NSER rules, and businesses have paid more than $14 million in spam penalties over the last 18 months.

Amusnet is going to participate in Belgrade Future Gaming 2025, one of Southeast Europe’s most influential gaming expos, taking place on May 27-28 in Belgrade. The event brings together regional operators, providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers, serving as a key platform for networking and business growth. At this year’s edition, Amusnet will present a selection of games and cabinets across its online and land-based portfolios, while spotlighting its strengthened commitment to the Serbian market.

Serbia holds a strategic role in Amusnet’s European expansion, offering strong potential through its established player base and evolving regulatory landscape. To lead this effort, Dejan Vukosavljevic recently joined the company as Country Director for Serbia, bringing over 17 years of industry experience.

“Joining the Amusnet team is a great honor and a challenge for me. Belgrade Future Gaming is the ideal platform to connect with operators and introduce our brand to a wider audience. This is a moment of expansion and significant progress for the company, and our offering is stronger than ever, featuring top-performing online and live casino games, along with outstanding slot machine models that set new standards and support our ambitious goals for this year and beyond. Serbia is a market with gold potential, and I’m proud to lead Amusnet’s journey here, building strong, lasting partnerships,” said Dejan Vukosavljevic, Country Director Serbia.

Visitors at the event will have the opportunity to experience Amusnet’s Type S slot cabinet series, developed to meet the highest expectations of the land-based sector. The lineup includes the versatile Type S27, Type S32 and Type S50, as well as the newly launched 55J, which features a striking 55-inch curved display. Combining premium design and exceptional finish, the 55J delivers a standout gaming experience. Powered by the AmuseBox platform, the cabinets support a top-notch selection of games, including player-favoirites like Extra Crown, Virtual Roulettes, the celebrity slot Stoichkov #8 and many more. A highlight is the top-performing 20 Golden Coins now recreated as a triple reel slot on Type S 50F and 55J to elevate player excitement with enhanced payout options.

Also drawing attention is Coin Gobbler, known for its dynamic cluster pay mechanics. Wins are generated by matching adjacent symbols rather than traditional paylines, while the Golden Coin Free Spins symbol adds excitement and increases win potential.

In addition to the product showcase, visitors are invited to join “Gold Rush at Amusnet Stand”, a two-day interactive activation filled with entertainment and amazing prizes – a grand prize draw for a 24-karat Golden Coin featuring Karađorđe, the leader of the First Serbian Uprising and founder of the Karađorđević dynasty – a powerful symbol of Serbian heritage.

Join Amusnet at Booth Y1 during Belgrade Future Gaming 2025 to explore its product portfolio, meet the local team, discover new business opportunities, and take part in the Gold Rush celebration.