Germany

By Josh Pearson , 22 January 2026

Novomatic is strengthening its footprint in Germany by expanding the deployment of its casino management systems, signaling renewed momentum in one of Europe’s most tightly regulated gaming markets. The move reflects growing demand among operators for advanced digital infrastructure that improves compliance, enhances operational efficiency, and delivers more personalized customer experiences. By scaling its technology solutions, Novomatic aims to support German casinos as they adapt to stricter oversight and changing consumer expectations.

By Josh Pearson , 12 December 2025

Germany is intensifying its crackdown on black-market gambling by bringing national and regional regulators into closer alignment to strengthen oversight and protect consumers. With illegal operators expanding rapidly through online channels, authorities are prioritizing coordinated enforcement, data sharing and more robust compliance mechanisms to safeguard the integrity of the legal gambling market. The strategy seeks to address rising risks linked to unlicensed betting platforms, including financial losses, inadequate player protection and potential links to organized crime.