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First the pandemic and now the new State Treaty on Gambling – the local casinos are going through a really difficult time at the moment and are not to be envied. Due to the situation, most of them had to close completely, at least temporarily, and even now the full range cannot be used. For many, the question even arises as to whether things will continue in the future.
Also the Casinos in Wiesbaden were not spared and have to adapt to the new rules. In addition to the hygiene requirements, the new requirements of the state treaty must also be implemented. Can the local casinos recover and start again or is the end in sight for many?
The new State Treaty on Gambling & its rules
Since July 1st, 2021 the new State Treaty on Gambling in force. Online casino operators can now apply for an official German license and offer their games legally for the first time. Previously there was only a license in the federal state of Schleswig-Holstein and only its residents were allowed to play legally for real money. Since the regulation of the industry was a matter for the states before the new law came into force, this often caused confusion among casino lovers. In addition, there was also the claim that the EU law would circumvent German law. This was not the case, however, until July 1st, with the exception of Schleswig-Holstein, gambling was illegal.
The new law now ensures a level playing field in the industry nationwide. All online casino operators now have the opportunity, in compliance with certain rules, to acquire a valid German license and offer their games throughout Germany. A new supervisory authority for gaming in Saxony-Anhalt is to examine the providers in the future and issue the licenses accordingly.
The new distance rule hits local casinos hard. According to this innovation, the amusement arcades in a city must be at least 500 meters apart, otherwise one of the two must change its location. The consequence of this rule is that casinos close their doors, as a change of location is not possible for some for various reasons. Gambling halls are also affected in Wiesbaden and will be forced to relocate. Otherwise, some employees are likely to lose their jobs due to closure.
Online casinos are tough competition
While the classic casinos suffer a lot, the online casinos are pulling by. The pandemic brought them many new customers. Because there players can play their favorite casino games around the clock and do not even have to leave the house. Compared to the classic casinos, online providers are not subject to opening times. Furthermore, many also offer an app or at least have a mobile-optimized site so that gamers can also play with their smartphone without any problems. Whether in the waiting room or on the train, casino lovers can enjoy the wide range of virtual gaming halls at any time of the day or night from anywhere. The expansion of Internet speed and the 5G network in Germany is also benefiting online casinos. The gaming experience on the mobile phone is even faster and better because there are no more delays. This is especially important in poker tournaments. The advantages of online casinos over local gambling halls cannot be overlooked. Thanks to digitization and ever better technology, providers on the Internet have become the strongest competitors and that will not change any longer.
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Classic on-site casinos must take advantage of their advantages
For the local gambling halls, this means that they really have to step on the gas. Not only the new rules of the pandemic and the new law, but also the online competition make this a real challenge. The online casinos are just getting started and trying to attract more customers with new ideas. The new State Treaty on Gambling gives them the opportunity to operate completely legally with a German license, which now gives players even more confidence and security. How the classic casinos want to assert themselves is still in the stars for many. However, it is obvious, because local casinos also have some advantages over virtual arcades. Especially now after the pandemic, many players are longing for social contacts and conversations with like-minded people. For many enthusiasts, the special atmosphere and playing on real machines and tables cannot be replaced by an online casino. In order to remain competitive, it is now necessary to develop creative ideas and actively use the unique selling points. This is the only way for them to survive the difficult times. Also the Casinos in Wiesbaden look forward to a visit. Both lovers and newbies will get their money’s worth here.
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