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How the EU Is Tackling the Black Market | Ep. 813
27 minutes Posted Jul 10, 2026 at 4:00 am.
Introduction to Europe's Illegal Gambling Crisis
European Casino Association's Efforts and Initiatives
Scale of the Black Market and Data Challenges
Measuring the Size of the Black Market
Regulatory Challenges and Enforcement Difficulties
EU Cooperation and Europol's Expanded Role
Harmonization of Gambling Laws in the EU
Impact of Regulations on Channelization Rates
Strategies to Combat the Black Market
Role of Influencers and Public Campaigns
Conclusion and Future Outlook
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In this episode, we explore the European Casino Association's efforts to combat illegal gambling, the scale of the black market, and the challenges in regulation and enforcement across the EU. Join us for insights from industry experts on tackling the illegal gambling crisis.

Key Topics

  • European Casino Association's initiatives
  • Scale and impact of the black market
  • Challenges in regulating online gambling
  • Role of Europol and law enforcement
  • Channelisation rates and social media influence
  • Enforcement and compliance issues


Host: Charlie Horner
Guests: Joe Streeter & Patrick Killeen
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonald

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