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Greece’s gaming commission considers unified online player identity checks

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Greece’s Hellenic Gaming Commission is reportedly considering a unified system to verify online gambling players, potentially using a government platform. The proposal aims to address concerns that separate operator checks allow people to open multiple accounts using different identities. The commission is also reportedly reviewing loyalty schemes, bonuses and hospitality for high-value customers.

A unified verification system could change online operators’ customer-registration and identity-checking processes in Greece.

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ANJ revamps voluntary gambling ban service with stronger identity checks

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