The update mandates age verification and player authentication systems specifically for gaming machines in libraries, directly addressing technical compliance requirements for physical gaming machine operations.
Low confidence — requires human review. While player protection measures are mentioned, the update focuses on technical machine compliance rather than broader player protection frameworks.
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The update mandates implementation of electronic player identification systems with age verification technology for gaming machines, which is a core identity verification requirement for player onboarding and access control.
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Le 1/05/2026, les dispositions légales relatives à EPIS entrent en vigueur dans les librairies.Cela signifie que tous les appareils doivent être équipées d’un
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TITLE: Belgium's Gaming Commission Mandates Age Verification System Implementation for Gaming Machines
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On April 20, 2026, Belgium's Gaming Commission (BGC) issued an informative notice to all FA and FD operators regarding mandatory compliance with electronic player identification system (EPIS) requirements.
As of May 1, 2026, all gaming machines in libraries must be equipped with a certified computer system capable of verifying player age (minimum 21 years) and authenticating users within EPIS. Any gaming machine that does not comply with this requirement by the effective date will be prohibited from operation and must be deactivated.
The BGC will conduct compliance inspections beginning May 1, 2026. Operators are responsible for ensuring all machines under their operation meet the technical and certification standards required for age verification and player authentication through EPIS. Failure to equip machines with the certified system by the deadline will result in operational suspension.
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Gaming Commission Belgium. Message à tous les opérateurs FA et FD. April 20, 2026.
Message à tous les opérateurs FA et FD | Gaming Commission Aller au contenu principal Vous êtes ici Accueil Message à tous les opérateurs FA et FD Lundi 20/04/2026 Le 1/05/2026, les dispositions légales relatives à EPIS entrent en vigueur dans les librairies. Cela signifie que tous les appareils doivent être équipées d’un système informatique certifié permettant de vérifier l’âge des joueurs (+21 ans) et de les authentifier dans EPIS. Tous les appareils qui ne seront pas équipés d’un tel système au 1/05/2026 ne pourront plus être exploités et devront donc être désactivés. Les services de la Commission des jeux de hasard effectueront des contrôles à partir du 1/05/2026.