Germany’s WestLotto partners OpenBet for Neccton technology

Germany’s largest lottery operator WestLotto has enhanced its compliance capabilities through OpenBet’s Neccton technology.

WestLotto is deploying Neccton’s responsible gaming, anti-money laundering and fraud detection tools to create a safer betting experience for players.

“Our new partnership with WestLotto is hugely exciting and we are delighted to foster this significant relationship with Germany’s largest lottery provider,” said Neccton managing director Michael Auer. “This is a significant move for us as it makes Neccton the largest responsible gaming provider in this market. We look forward to continuing our growth and enjoying a successful working relationship with WestLotto.”

Axel Weber, head of public affairs, communication and responsible gaming at WestLotto commented: “Player protection as part of responsible gaming is a top priority for WestLotto. This applies to both terrestrial and online gaming. Neccton's OpenBet provides us with a tool that meets our player protection requirements and helps us to offer our players an even safer gaming environment online.

“Player Protection as part of Responsible Gaming is a top priority for WestLotto. We look forward to working with OpenBet and Neccton in ensuring players have a safe gambling environment and can continue to enjoy our games.”

WestLotto becomes the 18th lottery operator to have partnered with OpenBet.