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 […]
The Tipping Point in Germany’s Gambling Landscape In 2023, Germany’s sports betting sector faced a pivotal challenge. The German Sports Betting Association (DSWV) raised the alarm over the burgeoning black market, which now captures about 50% of all online gambling activity in the country. This surge comes at the cost of licensed operators, who witnessed […]
German Online Gambling: Urgent Reforms Needed as Study Shows High Black Market Usage A recent study by the University of Leipzig has raised alarms about the state of online gambling in Germany, revealing that nearly half of all online gambling activity still occurs on unlicensed sites. Commissioned by the German Online Casino Association (DOCV) and […]