The future of the industry

In the foreseeable future, Qatar will maintain a complete ban on gambling: licenses for casinos, online casinos and bookmaking are not expected, blocking and AML/CFT control will increase.

The growth of the industry will follow the "entertainment-first" trajectory - international sports events, festivals, theme parks, family attractions, e-sports and interactive shows without bets.

"Free" mechanics are permissible: skill contests, educational quizzes without paid entry and chance, gamification of loyalty.

Drivers: tourism and development, digital payments, high per capita income; risks: reputational and cyber fraud.

Working strategy for brands - partnerships with sports and culture, leisure products without monetary risk, compliance by-default and readiness for targeted regulatory clarifications in promotional activities.