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Gambling Regulation: The Centrality, Future and Ramifications for Inertia

Author : Chingozha MP, Chingozha Y, Dr. Hlongwana J and Dr. Extra Ord Mawere M

Abstract :

The gambling landscape is characterized by a lot of turbulency and uncertainties, which demand the regulator to be on top of the regulatory game. The regulator should have the right lens hence commit to paying attention to detail and uncontaminated thoroughness. As the technologies and innovations present themselves, the regulator must respond in a manner that is smart, promotes growth and stability of the industry. In this vein, there is a widely acclaimed philosophy which says “when the flood is approaching your home you cannot go to sleep”. The best would be to find ways of dealing with the flood. If allowed to ravage the home the impact might be too severe. To this Lawn et al (2020) argue that “as the gambling landscape changes, regulation of gambling also needs to change…”

Keywords :

Regulation, gambling, regulator, gambling landscape.