FEDBET in 2024: unity, cohesion, transparency, dialogue
FEDBET – The Federation of Gambling Organisers consolidates its position as the authentic and representative voice of the Romanian gambling industry. The year 2023 has brought with it significant challenges. The moment of maximum pressure was felt, at the end of the year, with the adoption of GEO 82/2023 and, in particular, with the uncertainty created around the establishment of the payment guarantees imposed by the act....
Sorin Georgescu (ROMSLOT): When politicians compete in “solving” issues for gambling and we don’t have consensus
Gambling is a state monopoly, and we, the gambling operators, are licensed to carry out this activity according to the conditions of the law. However, the legal framework in recent years is no longer sufficient and causes aggressively negative reactions from society, directly proportional to the aggressiveness of the presence and offerings in major cities. Naturally, society’s attitude, amplified by virality, extends to the...
Sorin Georgescu (Romslot): We will survive the new wave of taxes if we contribute to combating the black market
Romania needs to comply with the agreed budget deficit with the European Commission, and in order to cover a gap of several tens of billions of lei, the Government has negotiated a package of fiscal measures throughout the summer to ensure economic stability in election years. Where does the state intend to get this money from? From increased taxes. It’s not just gambling that is targeted, although it is true that in the...
Sorin Georgescu (ROMSLOT): When news about gambling will no longer be just breaking news and fake news, then we will have a successful and credible business.
When we read news about gambling, most of the time, the story behind it is a dramatic one, and we are seen as the culprits. The same goes when we stand before decision-makers and try to talk about how this industry works; we are not considered credible because all the negative breaking news stories come to mind. If we are perceived as harmful, then we are not credible either, and our problems will not matter to anyone. Here, we should...
Sorin Georgescu (Romslot): Minors have no business in gambling halls, our vigilance needs to be increased
Gambling is a form of entertainment intended for those aged 18 and above. Regardless of our individual business strategies, no matter how we wish to develop our activities, we must always consider this aspect in every action we take. When we communicate, when we want to develop a project, when we aim to expand our company, whatever decision we take, should always be based on the fact that minors have no place in gambling halls. The...
