Germany’s gambling regulation is often discussed through the language of enforcement, licensing and market control. That is understandable, because the sector carries obvious risks and the regulator is expected to act firmly where player protection, illegal gambling or market integrity are concerned. The Glücksspielstaatsvertrag 2021 sets broad objectives, including preventing gambling addiction, steering demand into controlled channels, protecting young people and players, protecting players against fraud and safeguarding the integrity of sports betting....
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