Panoramic: Gaming 2024 is now live on Lexology.

Our Pedro Cortés contributed with the Portugal Chapter.

In the Portugal chapter, Pedro Cortés provides a detailed overview of the gaming industry’s landscape in the country as of 2024. Some of the notable highlights include:

1. Regulatory Evolution: Portugal has implemented a comprehensive regulatory framework to govern various gaming verticals, including online gaming, sports betting, and land-based casinos.
2. Market Expansion: The gaming market has experienced significant growth, with the introduction of new operators and the expansion of existing ones, particularly in the online and sports betting segments.
3. Technological Advancements: Portuguese gaming operators have heavily invested in cutting-edge technologies, such as artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and virtual/augmented reality, to enhance customer experiences and operational efficiencies.
4. Responsible Gaming Initiatives: Measures have been taken to promote responsible gaming practices, including mandatory player identification, self-exclusion mechanisms, and support for problem gambling treatment programs.
5. Socioeconomic Impact: The gaming industry has become an important contributor to Portugal’s economy, generating tax revenue, creating job opportunities, and supporting local communities through various corporate social responsibility initiatives.

The chapter provides valuable insights into the evolving regulatory landscape, market expansion, technological innovation, responsible gaming measures, and the socioeconomic impact of the gaming industry in Portugal. It is a must-read for industry stakeholders and those interested in understanding the current state and future prospects of the Portuguese gaming sector.

The full Panoramic: Gaming 2024 publication is available here.