According to the Interstate Treaty on Gambling (GlüStV), the cross-provider deposit limit may not exceed 1,000 euros per month and player. Under certain conditions, however, it is possible to claim significantly higher limits for online gambling. However, there has now been criticism of the procedures for checking economic capacity in order to increase limits.
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IP blocking is generally seen as the most effective weapon in the fight against illegal online gambling. The Joint Gambling Authority of the German federal states (GGL) wanted to use it immediately after it was given responsibility for combating the gambling black market in Germany. However, the judiciary had its objections. Recently, the Federal Administrative Court once again confirmed that IP bans are not enforceable. However, GGL continues to negotiate and is using an alternative method in the meantime.
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Luxury: "costly, extravagant, exceeding the normal scope of living, not necessary, pursued only for pleasure; splendor, lavish opulence". Is this definition from the dictionary still valid today? Looking at the data from a recent EuroJackpot study, it can be questioned, at least from a social perspective. For Germans, personal freedom and extraordinary experiences are now much stronger status symbols than bling-bling and ostentatious consumption.
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Bremen is continuing its tough regulatory approach to betting shops. According to a press release from the Senate, the consistent enforcement of distancing rules means that there are actually only eight approved locations - a reduction of a whopping 75 percent since 2022. Politicians are celebrating this as a success. But is it really appropriate to publicly celebrate the closure of fundamentally legal businesses?
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Former EU Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders is suspected of having laundered hundreds of thousands of euros through gambling bets. The investigation has been ongoing for several weeks. It is not yet clear where the money came from. Reynders is keeping quiet. Was a gambling addiction the decisive factor or are there other, possibly dubious reasons behind it?
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In mid-December, the German interior ministers agreed that illegal gambling offers from foreign providers should be consistently prosecuted and severely punished. In this context, there was also a proposal to set up a special public prosecutor's office to deal with such illegal gambling offers. But how sensible is such a proposal?
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At the beginning of the month, the state government of Schleswig-Holstein announced its intention to sell a total of four state casinos. These are said to be the locations in Kiel, Lübeck, Flensburg and Schenefeld. But what are the reasons for Schleswig-Holstein wanting to part with its casinos?
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At a recent congress in Berlin, the GGL spoke about (new) measures to advance the fight against the black market in Germany. One of the topics discussed was Section 284 of the German Criminal Code (StGB), which criminalizes illegal gambling. If the authorities have their way, this should be clearly extended to online providers based abroad as quickly as possible. In fact, such an amendment could have considerable consequences for casinos or sports betting platforms and their users!
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Just before Christmas 2024, two Paderborn residents who allegedly amassed a small fortune with the help of illegal slot machines made headlines. The two were caught during a raid. Several gaming machines, as well as luxury cars, Rolex watches and other valuables, were among the items seized. The investigation is ongoing. You would think that this would put an end to the scam. But far from it: the perpetrators have now been caught again brokering illegal games of chance. This time the handcuffs clicked.
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Several German online casinos were recently affected by a hacker attack. It is alleged that sensitive customer data was temporarily accessible to third parties. The three online gambling providers, which are owned by Merkur AG, have already informed their players of the incidents by email. But what is the best way for those affected to react and who is behind this?
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Since the new State Treaty on Gambling came into force, a number of player protection regulations have applied in German online casinos. These include a ban on autoplay. Of course, it can be questioned whether such a ban is suitable for protecting users from problematic gaming behavior. But what options do players have to deal with the current situation and can the autoplay ban be overridden with an autoclicker?
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A party to remember needs more than streamers, party hats and karaoke competitions. Even photo boxes, fire breathers and candy bars are no longer real highlights. How do you create an atmosphere that really captivates guests? A mobile casino could be the answer. Poker, roulette and co. bring thrills and glamor to your own event. But what's the best way to go about bringing the casino "home"? We have taken a closer look.
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In the CrazyBuzzer online casino, every new customer can secure a free starting credit immediately after registration. To be more precise, CrazyBuzzer offers a 5 euro bonus with no depositor required. But how can this promising promotion be activated quickly and easily and how great is the added value in practice?
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Free Spins Monday has become part of JackpotPiraten's DNA. Just in time for the start of the week, the licensed online casino always grants five free spins without a depositor. The free spins are always valid for a virtual slot game that was previously selected by the community. But is JackpotPiraten Free Spins Monday also worthwhile in practice and what other promotions await gamblers on the other days of the week?
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According to the State Treaty on Gambling of 2021, online table games are generally permitted in Germany. However, regulation is not nationwide, as is the case with virtual machines, but is a matter for the federal states. This inconsistent solution has meant that roulette, blackjack and the like cannot be played online in many places to this day (at least not legally). Baden-Württemberg has recently become one of the few regions to approve such casino games. However, only from a state provider and, of course, only within the state borders.
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