Portugal Introduces Stricter Online Gambling Regulations Amid Growing Concerns

    Portugal’s online gambling market is booming, with more players turning to digital platforms for entertainment. However, this surge has prompted the government to introduce stricter regulations to protect players from gambling addiction. New measures include mandatory daily spending limits, more prominent warnings about the risks of gambling, and increased age verification checks. The country has also created a national self-exclusion register, allowing players to block themselves from accessing online gambling sites for a set period.

    Critics argue that these regulations could dampen the market’s growth, but the government insists that player protection must come first. Portugal’s gambling regulator, Serviço de Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos, is set to monitor the effectiveness of these new rules and adjust them as needed.