Italy: Communications Regulatory Authority investigation into Google over alleged unlawful gambling advertising
Progress
Current status
in force
19 Jul 2022 in force
Scope
Implementers
Italy
Policy Area
Content moderation
Policy Instrument
Content moderation regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: user-generated content
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Communications Regulatory Authority Imposed EUR 750'000 Fine on Google for unlawful gambling advertising
On 19 July 2022, by decision (“the contested decision”), the Communications Regulatory Authority (AGCOM) imposed on Google Ireland Limited (“Google”) a fine of EUR 750’000 for having promoted numerous websites for games with monetary winnings on the…
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
other regulatory body