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Greek authorities file complaints against 18 influencers over illegal gambling promotion

Enforcement & compliance

Greek authorities filed complaints against 18 influencers over the promotion of illegal gambling, Economy and Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis said. The cases are at a preliminary investigation stage, with no findings of criminal liability so far. The Hellenic Gaming Commission can impose administrative fines of up to €50,000 per violation under the strengthened framework.

Influencers and operators face heightened enforcement scrutiny over online promotion of unlicensed gambling.

Earlier fines and penalties by Hellenic Gaming Commission

DateCompanyAmountStoryAppeal status
Not namedEUR 2,000,000HGC sets Greek gambling fines at €1,000 to €2m per infringementNot stated
Not namedNot statedHellenic Gaming Commission warns users about unlicensed gambling websitesNot stated
Not namedEUR 2,000,000,000Hellenic Gaming Commission opens cases against 18 influencers over illegal bettingNot stated

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