European Gambling Authorities European Lotteries (EL), The European Casino Association (ECA) and the World Tote Association, in bid to support the Digital Service Act have created the Alliance Against Illegal Gambling
The initiative is set out to promote traceability for business users in the online sector, aid the coordinated enforcement across nations in the European Single market, and also facilities the track down of sellers of illegal services and goods.
Essentially, the Digital Service Act will give users the authority to notify online intermediaries on suspected illegal online activities or content. The authorities will then follow up by taking action against the perpetrators.
The legislation and the Digital Markets Act is yet to receive approval from the European Parliament and Council. However, the Digital Service Act has been given the green light by the European Gaming and Betting Association.
While the Digital Market Act doesn't directly influence gambling regulation, the legislation aims to target social media, take-down orders, and advertising in bid to promote a safer gambling environment.
Members of the Alliance Against Illegal Gambling highlighted the shortcomings of illegal gambling providers (unlicensed) as they create unfair competition, fail to blanket problem gamblers and the respective country by not paying tax.
ECA chair Per Jaldung shared his thoughts on the initiative stating:
We strongly believe that a greater convergence amongst relevant stakeholders of the EU gambling industry is crucial to tackle common and crucial issues such as illegal gambling,
The Alliance aims to raise awareness and work together with policymakers to address it effectively. By bringing together our voices, we can provide a key support in protecting consumers across Europe
Jaldung continued:
Additionally, we fully embrace the Digital Services Act package, which represents a critical step to deal with this particular social scourge.
Source: iGaming Business
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