ACB and DGOJ Agreement Published: Joining Global Betting Market Research.

ACB Joins Forces with DGOJ to Combat Sports Betting Fraud

The Asociación de Clubes de Baloncesto (ACB), Spain’s professional basketball league, has officially joined the DGOJ’s (Directorate General for Gambling Regulation) Global Betting Market Research Service. This partnership aims to prevent fraud in sports betting and manipulation of competitions.

The agreement facilitates the exchange of information to detect and address potential irregularities in betting related to Spanish professional basketball. This collaboration strengthens the integrity of the sport and protects it from corruption.

A Collaborative Network

The DGOJ’s Global Research Service functions as an interactive cooperation network. It is accessible online to members, including gaming operators, law enforcement, sports federations, and other professional leagues. The system allows for the sharing of alerts regarding suspicious betting activity.

Commitments and Benefits

The ACB is committed to providing information upon becoming aware of potential fraudulent practices. They will also follow instructions issued by the DGOJ and assist in monitoring alerts. In return, the ACB will have access to relevant information about alerts related to its competitions, within legal boundaries.

Key Agreement Details

• Duration: The agreement has an initial duration of one year, with the possibility of a one-time extension.
• Oversight: A Monitoring Commission will be established to ensure compliance with the commitments made and to resolve any potential disputes.

This partnership between the ACB and DGOJ represents a significant step forward in safeguarding the integrity of Spanish professional basketball and combating sports betting fraud.