Regulatory Organizations from Canada and Europe Join Forces

For individuals like Ryan Winfield, president of NAGRA, this collaboration represents a vital chance to enhance responsible and safer gambling practices on a global scale.

Following the announcement, he remarked: \"The collaboration between GREF and NAGRA underscores the importance of partnership in an industry that is constantly evolving.\"

"As the gaming landscape shifts and evolves, it is critical that we connect with other organizations to stay informed and diligently support our communities. This dedication to collaboration and open communication will benefit individuals worldwide.\"

Founded in 1989, the Gambling Regulators European Forum presents itself as a platform for exchanging industry insights.

Initially created by delegates from Denmark, France, Great Britain, the Netherlands, Portugal, and Spain, the forum has expanded significantly. At present, there are 41 regulators from 34 European nations as part of this organization.

The stated objectives are simple:

• It serves as a meeting hub for entities across Europe focusing on gambling, particularly in areas such as regulation, oversight, operational control, or gambling industry standards.
• The organization aims to serve as the primary reference for diverse perspectives among European Gaming Regulators and acts as a central contact point for inquiries from authorities or associated organizations from Europe and beyond.
• The forum promotes well-researched and credible analyses of gambling regulation and related challenges, sharing findings with all its members.
• It strives to be a reliable source of all information and activities associated with gambling regulatory practices.

The organization conducts an annual conference, with the 2024 gathering scheduled to take place in Malta. Approximately 35 member jurisdictions are expected to attend, with the event focusing on creating a secure environment for collaborative discussions, knowledge sharing, and tackling emerging trends and obstacles in the gaming industry.

In December 2023, they launched their fifth task force , with Rachel Bezzina from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and Christophe Vidal from the French National Gambling Authority (ANJ) taking the lead for the Anti-Money Laundering Working Group. This initiative aims to combat crime in the gambling field and enhance the sector’s credibility and sustainability.

It joins the Responsible Gambling There are also ongoing initiatives focused on Digital & Innovation, InfoStat, and Enforcement under the GREF framework.

Based in Missoula, Montana, NAGRA operates as a nonprofit entity addressing the nuances of national and regional gambling regulation within North America and Canada, a region known for its regulatory complexities.

Established in 1984, the organization \"holds a yearly conference, frequent webinars, interest group sessions, and offers access to exclusive discussion forums for members\" as part of their commitment to fostering a \"mutual exchange of regulatory practices and strategies.\"

Their next annual conference is slated for June 10-13 in Charleston, South Carolina.

Laws on online gambling Recent years have seen regulatory restrictions easing in some regions of America, while Ontario only permitted online gambling in 2022.

NAGRA's profound knowledge of intricate regulatory frameworks makes it an essential collaboration partner for GREF.