As part of the DLA Piper IPT Predictions for 2021, we analyze in this article our predictions on the main legal challenges in the Gaming and Gambling sector.
Investigations on esports identified individuals betting on their own matches in breach of ESIC's anti-corruption code, which might trigger considerable issues for the market.
The reasons for the decision against Google for breach of the Italian gambling advertising ban unveil new elements to be considered during marketing activities on the Internet.
The lockdown measures for the Italian land-based gambling halls, betting shops, and bingo halls are being terminated with a reopening quickly occurring.
The Italian corporate criminal liability regime is now extended to gambling and betting related crimes and fraud in sports competitions, impacting also foreign operators and providers.