The German gambling regulator, Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), has published a comprehensive FAQ to address common misunderstandings about the legality of online casino offerings. The aim is to better inform the public about the licensing structure under the 2021 State Treaty on Gambling and distinguish legitimate operators from illegal ones, particularly where misuse of the term “online casino” is concerned. Since the enactment of the Glücksspielstaatsvertrag (GlüStV) in 2021, online gambling has been permitted in Germany within a strictly regulated framework. However, a major source of confusion lies in how the term “online casino” is used. According to the treaty, this designation refers specifically to virtual versions of traditional table games like roulette, blackjack, and baccarat. These games are considered particularly high-risk and, as such, are only allowed under individual state licenses, not via nationwide authorization by the GGL. Who Issues Licenses for Online Casinos? While the GGL regulates… Read More
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Source: Casino News Daily
