Remote gaming association advises on new data protection regulations

With the Europe-wide introduction of the EU’s general data protection regulations (GDPR) on May 25, the Remote Gaming Association has offered guidance on mandatory policies on aspects such as accountability, governance, data protection officers, processing data and the lawful basis for processing personal data.

The policies will be constantly reviewed and updated in order to keep RGA members abreast of any regulatory developments which may occur.

The goal of the GDPR is to increase data security through a standardised set of regulations.

Commenting on the importance of the regulations and compliance by RGA members, chief executive Clive Hawkswood said Friday:

“The principles which underpin the GDPR reflect the importance of safeguarding personal data and ensuring that it is used only where it is appropriate to do so.

“Unfortunately, there remains a good deal of uncertainty about the GDPR’s precise interpretation and application. This guidance is designed to help our sector navigate its way through the requirements as they are presently understood.”

Part of the new regime involves asking players to provide consent to revised terms and conditions reflecting the new data protection standards.