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Unibet: scandals, fines and an uncertain future

4 Dec 2025

For years, Unibet has dominated the online gaming market in the Netherlands. But the road to 2027 is shaping up to be a tricky one. Several court rulings, record penalties and accusations of serious breaches of player protection are weighing heavily on the future of the betting giant. Will Unibet really be able to keep its licence in 2027?

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95% of casino ads on Facebook are illegal

Alex

4 Dec 2025

According to a new study commissioned by VNLOK, the Dutch association of licensed online gambling operators, almost all ads seen on Facebook and Instagram do not comply with the law. In October 2025, 95.5% of gambling ads seen by users in the Netherlands targeted unlicensed casinos – a wake-up call for the regulation of online gambling.

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New York: Three casinos soon to be authorised!

Sarah

3 Dec 2025

New York is preparing to take a historic step forward in the gambling sector. Three ambitious casino projects are in the running to obtain an official licence, a decision that could transform the state’s economic and urban landscape in the coming years.

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End of an era: NOGA ceases activities

Julien

3 Dec 2025

NOGA is now winding down its activities. The organisation that defended the interests of licensed online gaming operators has seen its members integrated into VNLOK, giving rise to a single industry representative. Here is a look at the issues, reasons and consequences of this historic decision.

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NSW stops night-time poker machines

Glen

3 Dec 2025

A major turning point has just been reached in the fight against the evils of gambling in the Australian state of New South Wales (NSW). The government has decided to abolish the exemptions previously granted to pubs and clubs allowing them to operate slot machines throughout the night. From spring 2026, more than 670 establishments will be required to close their gaming rooms between 4am and 10am.

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Historic case: YouTube on trial for gambling adverts

Alex

2 Dec 2025

For the past few days, a major legal case has been shaking up the world of video platforms: YouTube is at the centre of a ruling that will determine the future of gambling adverts in Europe. At issue are videos promoting online gambling, which are prohibited under the national laws of one member state but broadcast on an international platform.

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Barrière accelerates its expansion

Caroline

2 Dec 2025

Long a symbol of luxury firmly rooted in France, the Barrière group is now undergoing the most extensive transformation in its history. Faced with excessive dependence on the French market and rapidly changing tourist habits, the company is redefining its identity to better appeal to international customers.

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The BofA sounds the alarm on prediction markets

Glen

2 Dec 2025

The rapid rise of prediction markets, online platforms that allow users to bet on the outcome of real-world events such as sports matches, elections and news stories, is causing growing concern. In a recent note, the Bank of America (BofA) warned of the financial dangers they pose to both individuals and lenders.

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Fewer inspections, more risks — UKGC warning

Glen

1 Dec 2025

While gambling remains firmly rooted in the daily lives of Britons, a worrying decline in local inspections is undermining the regulation of the land-based sector. Despite the scale of the industry and the risks it entails, many local authorities are neglecting their supervisory obligations.

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Hoge Raad: a blow to players’ appeals

Julien

1 Dec 2025

The hopes of thousands of Dutch players of recovering their online losses are fading: the Advocate General of the Hoge Raad has just issued an unfavourable opinion on the validity of claims to cancel gambling contracts and claim refunds. In future, case law could well close the door on these massive claims once and for all.

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Cresus Casino: the underbelly of an illegal giant

Alex

1 Dec 2025

Behind the sunny facades of a start-up based in Cyprus, the French justice system suspects the existence of a clandestine machine whose scale exceeds anything the country has ever seen in terms of illegal casinos. Cresus Casino, a platform that is very popular with French players, is said to have generated nearly a billion euros since 2021.

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Bagnères-de-Luchon closes the door on the casino

Caroline

30 Nov 2025

Bagnères-de-Luchon has made its decision. After months of debate, reports and consultations, the spa town has decided not to relaunch its casino, which has been closed since 2011. The project, vigorously supported by mayor Eric Azémar, was once again postponed at the end of an electric town council meeting that will live long in the memory.

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A plane to find a €1 million winner?

Julien

29 Nov 2025

Every year, millions of euros go unclaimed for lack of an identified winner. But this time, the story took a spectacular turn in the Netherlands: to find the holder of a ticket worth €1 million, the Staatsloterij chose a method that was, to say the least, unexpected: a publicity plane.

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PANG 2025: 5 countries, 150,000 gamblers scrutinised

Glen

29 Nov 2025

More than 150,000 people in the Nordic countries have been invited to take part in a major joint survey on gambling – a major first. Launched at the end of November 2025, the Pan-Nordic Gambling Study (PANG) aims to provide a harmonised picture of gambling habits and gambling-related risks across the region for the first time.

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Leaked plan for 40% tax on casinos: who will survive?

Glen

28 Nov 2025

The British online gambling industry is experiencing unprecedented turbulence. The leak of a budget document revealing a possible 40% tax on remote gaming sent shockwaves through the industry, shaking markets and causing concern among operators and investors alike.

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Winamax, Betsson, PMU: the safe gambling revolution in France

Caroline

28 Nov 2025

To mark European Responsible Gambling Week, AFJEL has chosen to highlight, day after day, the French companies that are making prevention and player protection their top priorities. Three major players stand out this year: Winamax, Betsson France and PMU.

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How do online casino scams work?

Alex

28 Nov 2025

Every day, thousands of players are lured by promises of quick and easy winnings on the Internet. But behind these tempting offers often lie sophisticated scams – well-oiled traps designed to make you lose far more than your initial stake.

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