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Cyprus gambling authority discusses AML supervision with AMLA president

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Source: Gaming & Casino Supervision Commission (Cyprus)

Cyprus’s Gaming and Casino Supervision Commission met AMLA president Bruna Szego in Cyprus on 30 October 2025 to discuss implementation of the EU anti-money-laundering framework and supervisory cooperation. The commission outlined risks facing land-based casinos and betting-service providers, along with measures by authorities to strengthen oversight and compliance.

The discussions concern AML supervision and compliance expectations for Cyprus casinos and betting-service providers.

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