Slotegrator has released a channelisation report examining the factors that drive players to unlicensed operators.
Titled ‘Where do players draw the line?’, the software developer and aggregator’s report dives into regulations and taxation, exploring how channelisation is impacted by these topics in several iGaming markets across the European continent.
“Conducting careful market research is an essential step in starting an online casino,” commented Ataur Abeer, Sales Manager at Slotegrator.
“This report is absolutely crucial for getting a handle on how regulations in different markets affect channelization rates, showing operators which European countries have the healthiest regulated markets.”
Markets explored in the Slotegrator report include Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Sweden and the UK. Each market’s regulations and taxation systems are analysed to see how their channelisation rates are being affected.
Multiple channelisation factors are broken down within the report as well to see how they can impact channelisation rates. These include: advertising; bonus, deposit and spin limits; taxes and limited options.
Slotegrator stated: “If the regulatory framework is too strict or the licensed offerings fail to meet player expectations, gamblers will turn to unlicensed alternatives. This not only reduces tax revenue for the government but also puts players at risk, as offshore platforms may not offer the same level of consumer protection.
“Players are always looking for engaging experiences, a diverse game portfolio, seamless payment solutions, and attractive bonuses. If licensed platforms fail to deliver, players will have little incentive to stay within the regulated ecosystem. But understanding and addressing these challenges requires deep market insights.
“Navigating European iGaming markets requires operators to make informed decisions. Slotegrator’s latest report analyzes relevant regulations and tax systems in selected European markets to see which common laws are most likely to send players to black market operators.”
The full ‘Where do players draw the line?’ channelisation report from Slotegrator can be found here.