16 Oct04 Regulation
Spain's DGOJ extends consultation on risky gambling behaviour detection mechanism to 26 October
The extension gives Spanish stakeholders additional time to comment on a draft mechanism for detecting risky player behaviour.
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October 2026
16 Oct04 Regulation
VNLOK: Meta illegal gambling case is a European fight
VNLOK’s allegations raise questions about Meta’s systems for handling illegal gambling across Europe.
16 Oct01 Deals & M&A
Evoplay partners with Gran Madrid to supply around 50 games in Spain
The partnership adds about 50 Evoplay titles to Gran Madrid Casino Online, expanding the supplier’s reach in Spain’s regulated market.
16 Oct04 Regulation
Murcia reforms bingo rules to allow electronic bingo while Valencia's electronic hall bingo stays stalled
Murcia’s reform allows electronic bingo, while its continued non-implementation in Valencia leaves hall operators there without that offer.
16 Oct04 Regulation
Melilla proposes tighter gaming hall rules on access checks, minimum distances and window visibility
The draft combines access checks, site-distance limits and opaque windows, which could change how Melilla gaming halls operate.
16 Oct04 Regulation
Murcia backs youth gambling addiction plan and prepares stricter gambling regulation for gaming halls and betting venues
The committee backed a youth gambling addiction plan as the regional government prepares tighter rules for gaming halls and betting venues.
16 Oct04 Regulation
Galicia's addiction prevention plan proposes tougher gambling penalties and advertising rules to protect minors
The plan proposes advertising rules, more minor-access inspections and higher penalties, but these are not yet binding obligations.
16 Oct01 Deals & M&A
DAZN Bet becomes official betting sponsor of Atlético de Madrid in multi-year deal
The multi-year club partnership includes prize draws and fan experiences, supporting DAZN Bet’s stated growth strategy in Spain.
16 Oct07 People moves
José Faustino Batres returns to casino management at Gran Casino Sardinero in Santander
Batres brings experience managing casinos and other companies to Gran Casino Sardinero, a leadership change relevant to sector counterparts.
16 Oct07 People moves
Luckia's Francisco Feijoo to speak on EU Artificial Intelligence Regulation at business event
Feijoo’s panel will address practical application of the EU AI Regulation, including governance, risk management and organisational adaptation.
16 Oct04 Regulation
CeJuego cites Spanish data showing possible problem gambling halved to 1% between 2018 and 2024
CeJuego cites official data showing possible problem gambling prevalence fell between 2018 and 2024, informing debate about gambling policy.
16 Oct04 Regulation
DGOJ extends consultation deadline on risky player behaviour detection mechanism to 26 October 2026
The extended deadline gives stakeholders four more days to comment on Spain’s proposed risky-behaviour detection mechanism.
16 Oct04 Regulation
Canary Islands advisory council backs new gaming map allowing up to 30 B machines in bingos
The draft sets bingo machine ceilings alongside venue caps, defining proposed operating capacity under the Canary Islands’ gaming plan.
16 Oct02 Funding
Fortune Bingo renames as Barcino Slot and raises capital to 203,000 euros
The company’s capital increase and revised business purpose mark a shift toward machine servicing and gaming halls in Barcelona province.
16 Oct04 Regulation
Valencia raises addiction prevention funding to €5 million, with €420,000 from gambling sanctions
Gambling sanctions contribute funding to Valencia’s addiction-prevention programme, linking enforcement revenue with prevention services.
16 Oct01 Deals & M&A
Emotiva opens first Andalusian gaming hall, a 360 m² venue in Málaga
Emotiva’s Málaga opening marks its entry into Andalusia and its stated expansion into new regions.
16 Oct01 Deals & M&A
NOVOMATIC Spain promotes four-level Symphony Jackpot Feature for hospitality venues in new video
NOVOMATIC is promoting its four-level jackpot feature to hospitality venues, informing operators about a supplier’s new product offering.
15 Oct04 Regulation
CEJUEGO urges equal rules for public and private gambling as report counts 31 million Spanish players
CEJUEGO calls for equal treatment of public and private operators, evidence-based rules and stronger action against illegal offers.
15 Oct04 Regulation
Spain's DGOJ outlines joint deposit limits and advertising decree review at Gaming in Spain 2026
Spain’s joint deposit cap applies across online operators, while the regulator’s advertising impact report is due for public release.
13 Oct04 Regulation
DGOJ moves to end operator-by-operator gambling risk detection under new consultation
Spain's proposed mandatory monthly risk test would replace operators' own systems, bringing cost disputes, promotion limits for flagged players, and a consultation closing 22 October.
13 Oct04 Regulation
Spain opens public consultation on gambling risk-detection mechanism
Operators can use the consultation to understand the proposed approach to detecting risky behaviour in state-wide gambling.
6 Oct04 Regulation
AZEMAR Aragón seeks changes to draft regional gambling rules
The proposals could change machine permit transfers, venue limits, lottery terminal controls, and gaming hours.
6 Oct04 Regulation
Spain specifies design and placement rules for mandatory gambling adverts
Operators must meet detailed notice design and placement rules, with existing signed contracts receiving a limited transition period.
5 Oct01 Deals & M&A
E-Gaming Spain Online showcases 25 games at SBC Summit Lisbon
Spanish platforms can consider the 25-game catalogue and collaboration options when expanding their digital offering.