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The Danish Gambling Authority (Spillemyndigheden) has issued guidelines requiring gambling operators to conduct comprehensive risk assessments for any new technology before deploying it. Under Section 7(1) of the Anti-Money Laundering Act, operators must evaluate potential risks associated with their business models, including customer interactions, products, services, transactions, delivery methods, and geographical areas.
The authority clarifies that this obligation applies to all technological innovations, such as new games or payment solutions. Introducing new technology constitutes a change to an operator’s business model, necessitating an updated risk assessment to ensure no aspect of the operation remains unexamined. For untested products, operators must explore relevant sources to inform their evaluations.
This requirement reflects the authority’s commitment to maintaining strong anti-money laundering measures within Denmark’s gambling sector. By mandating pre-launch risk assessments, the authority aims to prevent potential misuse of new technologies while fostering a safer gambling environment.
The directive aligns with broader industry trends emphasizing regulatory compliance as operators increasingly integrate advanced technologies. It underscores the need for operators to prioritize security and legal adherence alongside innovation, ensuring that new features are both compliant and secure.
