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- The UK Gambling Commission has been granted powers to block illegal casino sites at ISP level, marking a major step against unlicensed operators.
- Separately, UK casino duty has doubled to 40% - a development the industry is still digesting.
- Two new casino reviews have published this week - Wild West Wins and Betnero Casino - with full evaluations covering licensing, offers, live casino provision, and payment methods.
There has been no shortage of news in the world of online casino sites this week, with two significant regulatory developments dominating the headlines.
There's also a fresh batch of casino reviews for you to get stuck into and updated guides for UK players.
The UK Gambling Commission has been granted new powers to block illegal casino sites at the ISP level - a landmark development in the ongoing effort to protect players from unlicensed operators.
It has emerged that the change will allow regulators to cut off access to rogue sites far more swiftly than previous enforcement routes permitted, representing one of the most meaningful anti-black-market steps taken in years.
Running alongside this, UK casino duty has doubled to 40% this week - a shift that has sent ripples through the industry.
How operators absorb the increase remains to be seen, but it is a development worth monitoring closely as the weeks unfold.
On the review front, two new casinos have been put through their paces. Wild West Wins and Betnero Casino have both received full evaluations covering licensing, welcome offers, live casino provision, and payment options.
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Elsewhere, a number of existing guides have been refreshed to reflect the latest information.
My Sic Bo Deluxe Live guide has been updated with current table details and strategy notes, while the Sweet Bonanza CandyLand guide has also been revised.
I'll be back next week for another update on all things casino.
