LeoVegas Group has launched its much-anticipated sports betting platform in Germany, solidifying its position in the country’s igaming market. Available across all 16 German states, this launch marks LeoVegas’s continued growth and commitment to offering an all-encompassing gaming experience. Aimed at combining sports betting with its popular online slots, LeoVegas is set to redefine igaming […]
How far can regulation go to clean up the online gambling space? In Germany, the Joint Gambling Authority (GGL) has achieved a significant victory in its fight against unlicensed gambling ads, thanks to a key collaboration with Google. A recent policy update has restricted advertising rights to licensed operators, drastically reducing the visibility of illegal […]
Germany’s gambling regulator, the Joint Gambling Authority of the States (GGL), has proudly declared the country’s regulated market a “success story.” Amid industry criticism and black market challenges, GGL board member Ronald Benter outlined the authority’s commitment to building a safe, well-regulated environment for players. Despite criticism from industry trade bodies, which argue for reform […]
German Gambling Body: Unlicensed Market Bigger Than Regulator Claims The German gambling market faces a critical challenge that could undermine its integrity! The Deutscher Online Casinoverband (DOCV) warns that the unlicensed gambling market is far larger than the regulator’s estimates. Learn why urgent regulatory review is needed and how this issue impacts the entire gambling […]
GGL Issues Strong Warning Against Illegal Betting Ahead of Euro 2024 As Euro 2024 approaches, a significant warning has been issued against illegal betting activities. The Joint Gambling Authority of the German States (GGL), in collaboration with the Federal Drug Commissioner, highlights the risks associated with illegal online sports betting. Discover why participating in illegal […]
Scientific Games and WestLotto Forge Ahead with Modernization in Germany’s Largest State A Milestone Partnership to Transform Lottery Retail in Germany—In a landmark deal poised to reshape the lottery retail landscape, Scientific Games has partnered with WestLotto to modernize over 3,000 retail outlets across North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany’s most populous state. This strategic collaboration will see […]
Germany’s BGH to Deliberate on Reimbursing Players for Unregulated Gambling Losses The Federal Court of Justice of Germany (BGH) is poised to conduct a pivotal hearing on 2 May, focusing on the controversial topic of reimbursing players for losses accrued through gambling with unlicensed operators. This legal deliberation could mark a watershed moment in Germany’s […]
Tipping the Scales: Germany’s Federal Court Leans Toward Player in Betano Losses Dispute In a potentially groundbreaking decision for the gambling industry, the German Federal Court of Justice is poised to rule in favor of a player in a lawsuit against sports betting operator Betano. This case, stemming from a dispute over approximately €12,000 in […]
Temporary Technical Snag Hits OASIS Germany’s centralized self-exclusion platform, OASIS, faced a technical hiccup this week, temporarily disrupting its operation for around 24 hours. The glitch, confirmed by a government spokesperson, halted access to this crucial system designed to aid individuals grappling with gambling issues. A Sudden Outage The outage commenced at 21:00 CET on […]
Elevating Gaming Integrity: WestLotto’s Strategic Alliance with OpenBet and Neccton In a move to revolutionize compliance and player safety, Germany’s largest lottery operator, WestLotto, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with OpenBet, a leader in gambling industry solutions. The alliance focuses on deploying Neccton’s advanced technology for responsible gaming, anti-money laundering (AML), and fraud detection, thereby […]