the stoRy of iGaminG The concerted effort by governments across the EU to licence and regulate online gaming within their borders in the pursuit of tax revenues has spawned a mass of incomprehensible legislation. Follow our guide to regulation, licensing and certification across 10 of Europe’s most interesting online gaming markets.
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Although French regulations require operators to hold French customers’ deposits in a separate bank account it appears that this requirement was not being enforced, as French customers were unable to withdraw funds from their Full Tilt accounts. Julian Harris, Harris Hagan - Pg 32
standinG on the BRink It’s imperative that Spain adopts a practical and workable solution for its online gaming industry across all regions.
spain - page 56
open and closed case Such is the competition in the UK online market that new entrants face a massive task in gaining any sort of beach-head.
united kingdom -page 62
BelGium Politicians and lawyers continue to
squabble over Belgium’s online regulation. paGe 12
denmaRk Danish politicans remain split over the
distribution of tax revenues. paGe 16
“Bearing in mind that Belgium plays host to the European Commission and the European Parliament it is ironic to say the least that its new gambling laws are probably the least compliant with EU law of any of the new and emerging regimes.”
Clive Hawkswood, Remote Gambling Association - Pg 15 estonia - SHOW ME THE MONEY- paGe 22
fRance - FRENCH WHINE- paGe 28
GREECE - AVOIDING A TRAGEDY Is good policy being born out of a desperation for cash? - pg 38
HOLLAND - TOLERABLE BEHAVIOUR The Dutch Government is determined to pursue its own path - pg 44
italy - ATYPICAL ROLE MODEL- pG 48 G3 iGAMING REVIEW I
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GeRmany - SPLINTER GROUP- paGe 34 3
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