5.2c What principles or frameworks could we use to anticipate and respond to the policy and regulatory challenges posed by new and evolving technologies that are rapidly converging with the gambling sector?
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Rapid technological shifts, including the rise of artificial intelligence and converging digital sectors, require a future-proofed regulatory framework. Identifying how specific product designs and immersive features affect consumer behaviour is important to understanding opportunities as well as regulatory needs.
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