2019 European Elections: The Case For and Against the EU
On 10 April, EGBA co-hosted with POLITICO an event “2019 European Elections: The Case For and Against the EU” which brought together political experts, bookmakers, pollsters and journalists to debate the future of the European Union and their predictions around the upcoming European elections.
Leading the way in popular digital entertainment
Online gambling is a digital entertainment activity which is popular in many EU countries. In 2017, our member companies had over 12 million Europeans customers.
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A truly European sector
Online gambling is truly cross-border. Our member companies hold licenses in 19 EU member states, adding up to a total of more than 134 licenses to provide their services in the EU.
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Promoting safer online gambling
The vast majority of people who gamble play for fun and in a responsible way, but not all do. EGBA supports measures to ensure that all players are better protected, especially the approximately 1% who display problem gambling behaviour.
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Supporting sports and sports integrity
Online gambling provides crucial funding support to sports. In 2017, our members provided more than €325 million in financial support to sports federations, leagues and clubs.
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At the forefront of online payments innovation
Online gambling leads the way in innovative online payment methods. In 2017, our member companies processed nearly 1 million online payments each day, through 31 different payment types on average.
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Newsletter – April 2019
Europe’s monthly online gambling news EGBA event: 2019 European Elections: The Case For And Against The EU On 10 April,...
19.04.2019
Read MoreEvent video: “2019 European Elections: The Case For and Against the EU”
On 10 April, EGBA co-hosted with POLITICO an event “2019 European Elections: The Case For and Against the EU” which brought...
15.04.2019
Read MoreKindred CEO calls for better functioning EU single market for online consumers
On the occasion of a high-level event in Brussels "2019 European Elections: The Case For and Against the EU", co-hosted...
11.04.2019
Read MoreLatest betting odds for the 2019 European elections
On 23-26 May, European voters go to the polls to elect Members of the European Parliament in a crucial election...
10.04.2019
Read MoreEGBA calls for online gambling tax review in Portugal to improve functioning of the market
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has urged the Portuguese gambling authorities to review the country’s tax rules for...
08.04.2019
Read MoreEGBA statement on Brexit
Today the UK Prime Minister Theresa May puts her Brexit deal before the UK House of Commons for a third...
29.03.2019
Read MoreBetting odds slashed for Michel Barnier to become next European Commission President
Betting markets are indicating increased probabilities of Michel Barnier becoming the next President of the European Commission President with his...
27.03.2019
Read MoreEurope’s Single Market rules need to be better enforced to benefit consumers
Brussels, 22 March 2019– Today the European Council meeting in Brussels invited the Commission to come forward with a long-term...
22.03.2019
Read MoreNewsletter – March 2019
Europe’s monthly online gambling news Opinion: Lack of EU betting rules is gambling with online players’ safety Whether it’s placing...
22.03.2019
Read MoreEGBA publishes overview map of Europe's online gambling licensing regimes
Online gambling is a highly regulated sector. To operate and provide their services in EU countries, EU established gambling operators...
21.03.2019
Read MoreEGBA reacts to new Irish gambling bill
On 20 March the Irish Cabinet approved the Gaming and Lotteries (Amendment) Bill 2019, which is part of a legislative...
21.03.2019
Read MoreEGBA calls for online gambling licensing system, end of monopoly in Finland
Finland is one of only three EU member states which currently does not have, or is not on the path...
20.03.2019
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EGBA member companies hold licenses in 19 EU member states, adding up to a total of more than 134 licenses to provide their services in the EU.
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