⚖️ UK affordability checks face fresh backlash

Pressure is building on the UK Gambling Commission as criticism grows over proposed financial risk and affordability checks. Speaking to iGaming Expert, a former Entain executive warned the measures could push the market towards a German-style black market if introduced without clear evidence. ⚠️ The debate matters far beyond compliance. Operators are already managing tax pressure, and tighter checks at low spend levels could steer more players to unlicensed sites. For the industry, the question is simple: how do regulators protect consumers without driving them away? 🇬🇧📊 🌐 Source: iGaming Expert