European Casino Association urges EU Commission to support regulated gaming
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The European Casino Association (ECA) has announced its manifesto for the 2025-2029 EU policy period. Titled “Winning Together: A Pledge to Fight Crime, Protect Consumers, and Support EU Competitiveness”, the document focuses on the EU’s commitment to creating a safe and regulated gaming environment, protecting consumers through responsible gaming measures and promoting economic growth through fair regulations.
Illegal gambling and consumer protection
Throughout Europe, illegal gambling continues to be a major issue. A recent study by Yield sec, commissioned by the ECA, revealed that illegal operators account for 70% of online gaming revenue in 2024, amounting to approximately €32 billion ($34.24 billion), while land-based illegal gambling contributed another €10 billion ($10.7 billion). These figures highlight the loss of tax revenues for governments and the risks to consumer protection.
In response, the ECA has urged for tighter measures, including stronger enforcement of anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) rules, support from Europol to combat illegal gambling networks, and fair licensing rules for all operators targeting EU markets. The association has also advocated for risk-based laws to stop unlicensed operators from becoming even more powerful.
COO at Regency Entertainment
1 个月It’s all very well talking loud but what are you going to do? Please advise of the actions being considered, especially for countries within the EU where illegal gaming is bigger than legal ! The ECA needs to understand what’s happening on the ground. It’s all very well mentioning Casinos Austria, Holland Casions and Casino Cosmopol ( closing casinos rapidly ) I know the ECA depends on these companies but please throw your net a little wider. Work with the EU commissioner, who has an ear to listen. Stop the talk and start walking the walk!