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Italy publishes decree implementing EU anti-money-laundering rules for gambling services

Regulation

Italy published Legislative Decree No. 122 of 10 June 2026 in its Official Gazette on 8 July, reportedly, implementing specified articles of an EU anti-money-laundering directive. The measures include supervision of gambling-service providers and their beneficial owners, licensing oversight, and powers for unannounced inspections where needed.

Gambling providers may face strengthened suitability checks and supervisory inspections under the measures described.

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Bari prosecutors seek trial for 102 people over slot and VLT money laundering

Prosecutors in Bari have requested that 102 people be sent to trial over an alleged system controlling slot and video lottery halls linked to the Diomede and Mercante clans, with proceeds allegedly laundered through the purchase of winning tickets. Charges include criminal association, money laundering, self-laundering and extortion with mafia aggravating circumstances. A preliminary hearing is set for 9 December.

Prosecutors in Bari have asked for 102 people to be sent to trial following an investigation into an alleged system for controlling slot and video lottery halls linked to the Diomede and Mercante clans, according to the prosecution's request. The preliminary hearing at which the request will be examined is scheduled for 9 December in the Court of Assizes in Bari.

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