Germany's federal gambling regulator has entered a new phase of leadership with the appointment of Christian Hochgrebe as chairman of the administrative board of the Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL). The appointment comes at a significant moment for the regulator as it prepares for an important review of Germany's gambling legislation that is expected to influence the future direction of the country's regulated gambling market....
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June 15, 2026
Germany Gambling Regulation: LUGAS, Safe Server and Risks
Germany's online gambling framework is often discussed through the lens of licensing, enforcement actions, consumer protection measures and the ongoing effort to channel players toward regulated offerings. These debates attract...
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Regulatory consistency in Germany’s gambling market
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iGaming News, Laws
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Betano becomes official partner of FC Bayern Munich
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How Germany is Reshaping Online Gambling Laws
You may be surprised to learn that Germany's recent gambling regulations are significantly transforming the gaming landscape. The introduction of the Interstate Treaty on Gambling (GlüStV) has paved the way...
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GGL: The Watchdog That Won’t Bite – Players Left in Legal Limbo
The GGL fails to enforce court-ordered refunds, leaving German players without protection. Is it just a licensing authority?