Armenia to Enforce Telecom Blocking of Unlicensed Gambling Sites Effective February 2027
TL;DR — Armenia will block unlicensed gambling sites via telecom operators effective February 8, 2027, and limit related advertising. A new real-time monitoring system by Random Systems International launches in January 2027 for 15 years, giving the SRC direct data access and responsible gaming enforcement.
SCCG Take — The moves integrate technical blocking with centralized monitoring to favor licensed operators and reduce unlicensed risks in Armenia’s market.
Armenia is preparing amendments to the Law On Regulation of Gaming Activities that will enable telecommunications operators to block unlicensed gambling websites. The changes also target advertising from unlicensed providers and are scheduled to take effect on February 8, 2027.
The State Revenue Committee (SRC) is leading the update to strengthen controls over online gambling and lottery services offered without an Armenian licence. The SRC stated that the reforms will bolster the effectiveness of the licensing regime, safeguard the regulated market, and promote fair competition by reducing risks in the sector.
Technical Blocking and Advertising Limits
Routing enforcement through telecom operators will give the SRC a direct mechanism to restrict access to non-compliant sites. The measures are intended to limit the reach of unlicensed operators and support the integrity of the licensed market, according to reporting by Focus Gaming News.
Real-Time Monitoring System Set for January Launch
The blocking provisions align with the government’s selection of Random Systems International, a Malta-based provider, to deliver a centralised digital analysis and monitoring system. All bets must be recorded in real time, with the SRC gaining direct access to the data. The system will also enforce responsible gaming rules and restrictions on vulnerable players and state employees.
The full rollout is scheduled for January 2027. The arrangement will remain in place for 15 years, signaling a sustained period of enhanced technical oversight.
Reporting: Focus Gaming News
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Armenia is building a technical enforcement stack—telecom blocking plus centralized monitoring—to shut unlicensed operators out and protect the licensed tier.
We watch regulatory architecture closely because it shapes market access and competitive dynamics. Armenia is moving from paper licensing to technical enforcement—blocking plus real-time data feeds—and that changes the risk profile for both licensed operators and anyone trying to reach Armenian players without a permit.
- Telecom blocking of unlicensed sites takes effect February 8, 2027, alongside advertising restrictions
- Random Systems International deploys centralized monitoring with direct SRC data access in January 2027
- 15-year monitoring contract signals long-term commitment to technical oversight and responsible gaming enforcement
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