UK Gambling Commission chief flags crypto regulation within 12 months
Gambling Commission chief executive Andrew Rhodes outlined UK gambling priorities at the International Association of Gaming Regulators conference on 20 October 2025. He said cryptocurrency-related regulatory action would be needed within 12 months and highlighted risks from highly personalised AI use, alongside efforts to address illegal gambling and protect vulnerable players.
Operators may face regulatory action on cryptocurrency use within 12 months and scrutiny of AI-driven personalisation.