{"id":13153,"date":"2025-08-06T13:37:07","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T13:37:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/?post_type=europe&#038;p=13153"},"modified":"2025-08-06T13:37:07","modified_gmt":"2025-08-06T13:37:07","slug":"gibraltar-launches-long-awaited-gambling-bill-update-to-modernize-licensing-and-regulation","status":"publish","type":"europe","link":"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/europe\/gibraltar-launches-long-awaited-gambling-bill-update-to-modernize-licensing-and-regulation\/","title":{"rendered":"Gibraltar launches long-awaited gambling bill update to modernize licensing and regulation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Government of Gibraltar has formally announced its plan to overhaul the territory\u2019s core gambling legislation with a newly drafted <strong>Gambling Bill<\/strong>, signaling a significant regulatory reset for one of Europe\u2019s most established remote gaming jurisdictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The update comes nearly 20 years after the original Gambling Act 2005 and is designed to align Gibraltar\u2019s licensing, compliance, and operational standards with the rapid evolution of the global iGaming sector. According to statements released in July 2025, the new bill will introduce a <strong>more dynamic licensing framework<\/strong>, reinforce <strong>consumer protection mechanisms<\/strong>, and expand the government\u2019s <strong>oversight capacity for digital betting and casino operations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/landing\/multigame-link\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/ice-london-termino-y-se-despidio-la-feria-en-imagenes-mgl-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9725\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/ice-london-termino-y-se-despidio-la-feria-en-imagenes-mgl-1.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/ice-london-termino-y-se-despidio-la-feria-en-imagenes-mgl-1-300x102.png 300w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/ice-london-termino-y-se-despidio-la-feria-en-imagenes-mgl-1-768x261.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The move is widely viewed as an effort to <strong>retain Gibraltar\u2019s competitiveness<\/strong> amid rising regulatory complexity across Europe. With jurisdictions such as the UK tightening affordability checks and Ireland moving toward independent oversight, Gibraltar\u2019s new framework seeks to offer <strong>clarity and flexibility<\/strong> while maintaining high regulatory integrity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among the key pillars under review:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Introduction of <strong>tiered licensing models<\/strong> to accommodate B2C and B2B operators more precisely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhanced <strong>AML\/CTF provisions<\/strong> to align with FATF and UK expectations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stronger <strong>data compliance and player protection requirements<\/strong>, including digital KYC thresholds and responsible gaming controls.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Possibility of <strong>restructuring tax contributions<\/strong> based on risk exposure and volume metrics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The government has launched a formal <strong>consultation phase<\/strong> with licensed operators, tech suppliers, compliance professionals, and consumer advocacy groups. The goal is to ensure the legislative update reflects both regulatory best practices and commercial viability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mundovideo.com.co\/landing\/multigame-link\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/multigame-diamod-III-700-eng.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9622\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/multigame-diamod-III-700-eng.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/multigame-diamod-III-700-eng-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/multigame-diamod-III-700-eng-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"line-height1 has-large-font-size\">\u201cThe aim is not to increase regulatory burden but to reflect the evolution of risk in a cross-border, digital-first market,\u201d a senior Gibraltar official told our outlet. \u201cWe\u2019re looking at smart regulation that supports sustainable growth.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A draft version of the bill is expected to reach the <strong>Gibraltar Parliament in Q4 2025<\/strong>, with full debate and potential passage before <strong>mid-2026<\/strong>. For stakeholders, the reform represents a timely recalibration. 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