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Spain’s DGOJ plans cross-operator deposit limits and centralised risk monitoring

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Spain’s DGOJ is preparing cross-operator deposit limits and a centralised algorithm to identify potentially problematic gambling, according to the report. Jdigital has questioned whether the proposed legislative changes can pass before the current parliamentary term ends, while licensed operators are reportedly considering legal action over the deposit limits.

The measures could change deposit controls and monitoring obligations for licensed online gambling operators.

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Spain sets cross-operator online gambling deposit caps of €700 a day

Spain’s Council of Ministers approved a royal decree on 23 June setting default deposit limits across online gambling operators, according to the report. The caps are €700 a day, €1,750 a week and €3,300 over four weeks per player, with the DGOJ responsible for a real-time monitoring system. Jdigital raised concerns about implementation costs, competition and possible sanctions during early technical problems.

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