By The Weekly Edge desk ·
Focus Gaming News reported that a Chilean Court of Appeal imposed a DNS-blocking measure for unlicensed gambling websites. Major telecom companies will be expected to block access.
Telecom companies face obligations to restrict access to unlicensed gambling sites.
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The court challenges may affect how blocking orders apply to online betting operators in Chile.
ODECU's proposals would affect betting advertising on club shirts, in stadiums, during broadcasts and through digital campaigns.
Online betting operators face proposed regulation as the Chilean Senate’s Economy Committee continues debating legislation.
The proposals would require operators to establish a local presence and face additional taxation under Chile’s planned online gambling framework.
Online betting platforms face VAT collection that SII says does not legitimise their activities, while deputies seek withdrawal.