The German Sports Betting Association and Mindway AI recently released an AI-assisted self-test in the form of a card game called "Gamalyze". Gamers can use this tool to analyse their gambling behaviour. In addition to a precise list of gambling problem susceptibilities and corresponding warnings, the test also provides specific tips on how to reduce the risk.
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Gambling in Germany and its regulation is a constant topic of discussion. In this context, studies are regularly carried out to examine specific aspects. The Gambling Survey 2021 is one of them. It focuses in particular on the gambling behaviour of the population and possible related problems. This study has now been fundamentally criticised by the renowned statistician Katharina Schüller.
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There has been some upheaval at Microgaming recently. In particular, the sale of Quickfire has caused quite a stir in the industry. New boss and CEO Stephen Fisk said in a recent interview that the company now wants to focus on the platform business. This is where the roots of the company lie - and this is how the brand became big in the first place, he points out.
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Halloween will be celebrated again this year on the night of 31 October to 1 November 2023. Many online casinos offer dark and spooky slot machines to match the Halloween festivities. These are often equipped with rewarding bonus features and other highlights. Just in time for the festival of pumpkins, we have taken a closer look at some promising Halloween slots.
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Online casinos are more popular than ever: Since the legalisation and official licensing of digital gaming halls in Germany, the online gaming market has taken off. Many bricks-and-mortar casino operators want a piece of the action. However, the hurdle for entering the online slot business is very high - at least financially. The spielglück.de project aims to help these operators set up their own websites. What does that mean?
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The Curacao Gaming Authority introduced a new application process for online casinos a few days ago. Since the 1st of September, companies have been able to apply for a "Curacao Licence" on the authority's website in order to be able to offer online gambling once the licence has been granted. But what are the requirements for licensees and how does the new licensing system affect German players?
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HAPPYBET is primarily a sports betting provider, serving its customers both via an online platform and in local betting shops. The company had already decided some time ago to enter the slots market. The licence to do so was granted by the Joint Gaming Authority of the Länder in the summer of 2023. The first slots can now be found on the revamped website. How is the portfolio presented?
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It is an open secret that the gambling industry is sometimes used by criminals to launder money. This applies to both land-based and online casinos. Inadequate player identification can facilitate money laundering activities. Today we would like to answer the questions of how money laundering works in online casinos and how easy it has been, or in some cases is being, made for criminals.
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According to the official whitelist of the gambling authority, exactly 40 companies are now in possession of a German licence for virtual slot games. The companies operate platforms such as StarGames, Jokerstar, DrückGlück, Novoline, LeoVegas, Spinz, Wildz, JackpotPiraten and many more. But which will be the best online casino in Germany in 2023? We took a closer look at the current rankings and listed the pros and cons.
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Online gambling has been regulated in Germany since July 2021. In order to be allowed to offer virtual slot games, providers need a license from the Joint Gambling Authority of the Federal States. Despite the now clear legal situation, Curacao casinos continue to enjoy great popularity. But what about the future of these casinos? The Minister of Finance of Curacao plans to rehabilitate online gambling.
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Sustainability and environmental protection have long since arrived in the gaming industry. German casino games manufacturer Gamomat has been active in this area for some time. Now the company has expanded its "Gaming for the Climate" initiative. What exactly does this mean?
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The creation of the best possible conditions for the protection of gamblers in Germany is one of the main objectives of the State Treaty on Gambling of 2021 and thus of the responsible Joint Gambling Authority of the Federal States (GGL). A study is now to be carried out to determine whether and how the measures implemented to date are having the desired effect.
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The crypto industry has been thriving for years, producing innovations on a regular basis. Now a new hype is emerging that affects the gambling industry. GambleFi could revolutionise online gambling for money. What is it all about?
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The current gambling regulations in Germany are an absurdity for most players: too many restrictions, too little fun and too many alternatives on the illegal market. For the most part, the authorities and politicians defend the measures. Recently, however, more and more critical voices have been raised, including those from the business community. Lars Felderhoff, CFO of Gauselmann, recently spoke out in an ntv podcast.
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Both online and offline, the gambling industry in this country is highly regulated. Whether this is a good or bad thing is a matter of opinion. However, the question is whether less regulation would mean less illegal gambling. But at what point should regulation be relaxed, and can politicians even justify doing so?
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