A study conducted by the University of Leipzig has found that nearly 50% of online gambling games in Germany are available on unlicensed platforms - sites that are not regulated by law. Most of these are accessible without a VPN and accept German documents for registration.
Experts pointed out that one of the reasons for the popularity of the "black market" in online gambling is their accessibility and the absence of strict betting and bonus limits found on licensed sites. These factors drive players to seek convenient alternatives on illegal platforms.
The recent "Gambling Atlas" report revealed that 3.3 million adult Germans are at risk of gambling addiction. In response, the Sports Betting Association and the Online Casino Association of Germany have asked authorities to create better conditions for regulators and players, making the legal gambling environment more attractive to newcomers.
