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Gespa explains Swiss DNS blocks for unauthorised online gambling

Regulation

Source: Gespa (Switzerland)

Gespa said Swiss law provides for DNS blocking of online gambling offers accessible from Switzerland when their operators lack the required authorisation. Gespa and the Federal Gaming Board each maintain a blocklist, and Swiss internet providers are expected to block listed domains; changes gain legal effect through publication in the Federal Gazette.

Swiss internet providers must block listed domains, affecting access to unauthorised online gambling offers.

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