Germany’s gambling market faces court decisions and treaty review in 2026
Germany’s gambling market faces several legal and policy milestones in 2026, according to an industry analysis. The Advocate General’s opinion in the Tipico-related European Court of Justice case was postponed to February, while a ruling on Malta’s Bill 55 was expected in the first half of 2026. The GlüStV 2021 requires a comprehensive evaluation by 31 December 2026.
The pending decisions and treaty evaluation could affect operators’ legal exposure and the framework for Germany’s gambling market.