By The Weekly Edge desk ·
Sector del Juego reported that the EU Court of Justice issued a decision allowing potential Google liability for illegal gambling advertising on YouTube. The proceedings originated in Italy.
The decision permits consideration of Google’s responsibility for the gambling advertisements.
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The unsuccessful challenge leaves Google facing the advertising penalty.
Certified online gambling operators gain access to YouTube homepage advertising through its Masthead format from 21 October 2026.
Operators gain potential access to another advertising placement, but eligibility depends on registration, certification and geographical coverage.
Certified gambling operators gain access to advertising at the top of YouTube’s homepage from 21 October 2026.
The ruling affects potential liability for gambling content within YouTube’s revenue-sharing programme.
The commissioner’s interpretation links platform responsibility to gambling advertising oversight.