Md. Code Regs. 36.10.18.04

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 24, December 2, 2024

Section 36.10.18.04 - Geolocation Systems

A. A sports wagering licensee shall keep its geolocation system up to date by integrating current solutions in real time that can detect the use of:

(1) Remote desktop software;

(2) Rootkits;

(3) Virtualization; and

(4) Any other programs identified by the Commission as having the ability to circumvent geolocation measures.

B. The sports wagering licensee shall continually review the integrity of the geolocation system to ensure that the system detects and mitigates existing and emerging location fraud risks.

C. A sports wagering platform shall utilize a geolocation system to:

(1) Reasonably detect the physical location of an individual attempting to access the sports wagering platform and place a sports wager; and

(2) Monitor and block attempts to place an online sports wager when an individual is not within the State.

D. The geolocation system required by §C of this regulation shall:

(1) Ensure that a bettor:

(a) Is located within the State when placing a sports wager; and

(b) Can dynamically monitor the bettor's location; and

(2) Block unauthorized attempts to place a sports wager when an individual is not within the State.

E. The Commission may require additional geolocation requirements.

Md. Code Regs. 36.10.18.04

Amended effective 49:1 Md. R.16, eff. 1/13/2022