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however noting the requirements that must be adopted as a high-risk AI system derived from the AI Act. 8 • Other categories of regulation being processed at regional level relate to payment methods, technical standards and equipment, licencing and registration, enforcement and sanctions. Final thoughts The regulation of the gambling industry involves a complex balancing act between the broader interests that justify public intervention, such as safeguarding public health, combating tax fraud, preventing criminal activities, and ensuring business freedom as outlined in Article 38 of the Spanish Constitution. Additionally, it requires a continuous reassessment of limitations to evaluate their effectiveness and impact on the market, with appropriate corrective measures being implemented on an as-needed basis only. Legislation and regulations must be sufficiently flexible to accommodate the ongoing evolution of technology, both in terms of social changes and the transformation of entertainment practices, as well as in enabling legal enforcement to adapt and benefit from these technological advancements. Effective coordination between different regulatory frameworks will be essential to ensure a coherent and efficient regulatory environment that promotes innovation while safeguarding public interests. With all the regulatory developments impacting the gambling industry in Spain, the coming years
will reveal whether these measures have effectively achieved their intended balance between protected legal interests or if, on the other hand, they have overstepped the necessary bounds. Conclusion The recent regulatory developments in Spain’s gambling industry underscore a strategic shift toward a more proactive, technology-driven, and consumer-protective framework. National measures such as the implementation of joint deposit limits, stricter advertising rules, and advanced AI-based risk detection systems reflect a commitment to enhancing responsible gambling and combating illegal activities. Similarly, regional authorities are actively updating their laws to incorporate biometric access controls, responsible gambling protocols, and improved access restrictions, often in coordination with the centralized RGIAJ registry. Overall, the industry is experiencing a transition towards a more transparent, secure, and innovative regulatory environment. The success of these reforms will ultimately depend on their effective enforcement and adaptability to technological advancements. The overarching challenge for regulators will be to maintain a balance between fostering industry growth, protecting vulnerable groups, and ensuring long-term compliance, all while adapting to rapid technological change. As these measures take root, Spain is poised to become a benchmark in AI-powered gambling regulation, shaping the future landscape of responsible gambling across Europe.
PATRICIA LALANDA Partner/Lawyer LOYRA Abogados For information contact: patricia.lalanda@loyra.com +34 915 706 687
8 Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 June 2024 laying down harmo- nized rules on artificial intelligence and amending Regulations (EC) No 300/2008, (EU) No 167/2013, (EU) No 168/2013, (EU) 2018/858, (EU) 2018/1139 and (EU) 2019/2144 and Directives 2014/90/EU, (EU) 2016/797 and (EU) 2020/1828
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