Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
Greece’s Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC) describes the certification process for gaming machines used in gambling. Checks cover security, reliability, integrity, functionality and compliance with approved specifications, as well as monitoring through the HGC’s information systems.
Machine suppliers and operators must meet HGC certification requirements for equipment used in gambling.
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