Technical Standards

GCGRA Advertising Standards for Commercial Gaming

To ensure operators adopt responsible advertising and marketing strategies, the GCGRA has developed a comprehensive advertising framework establishing the minimum standards for advertising in the UAE's commercial gaming sector. This framework complements the provisions of Chapter 17 of the GCGRA Executing Regulations on Commercial Gaming.

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GCGRA Technical Standard

In alignment with the UAE Federal Law by Decree Regarding Regulating Commercial Gaming, the GCGRA has established a robust framework of technical standards produced by Gaming Laboratories International, LLC (GLI) in collaboration with legal experts for the testing and certification of gaming technology.  

GLI Standard Series:

• GLI-11: Standards for Gaming Devices
• GLI-12: Progressive Gaming Devices in Gaming Facilities
• GLI-13: On-Line Monitoring and Control Systems (MCS) and Validation Systems in Gaming Facilities
• GLI-14: Finite Scratch Ticket and Pull-Tab Systems
• GLI-15: Electronic Bingo and Keno Systems
• GLI-16: Cashless Systems in Gaming Facilities
• GLI-17: Bonusing Systems in Gaming Facilities
• GLI-18: Promotional Systems in Gaming Facilities
• GLI-19: Standards for Interactive Gaming Systems
• GLI-20: Standards for Kiosks
• GLI-21: Client-Server Systems
• GLI-24: Electronic Table Game Systems
• GLI-25: Dealer Controlled Electronic Table Games
• GLI-26: Wireless Systems Standard
• GLI-28: Player User Interface Systems
• GLI-29: Card Shufflers and Dealer Shoes
• GLI-33: Standards for Event Wagering Systems

Operators are responsible for being aware and complying with these standards.