The Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL) is publishing detailed quarterly data on wagers for the first time. The aim? To promote fact-based discussion, as the institution emphasises. This initiative is part of a broader review of the GlüStV 2021, the German inter-state treaty on gambling, which began at the end of 2023.
For more than twenty years, estimates of the number of gamblers and people affected by gambling-related harm have varied greatly depending on the method used to collect them. On the one hand, face-to-face surveys such as the Health Survey for England (HSE) have long reported low rates. On the other hand, online or self-administered surveys, such as the Gambling Survey for Great Britain (GSGB), show much higher figures.
It all started as a normal summer evening for hundreds of Gala Bingo players. During the Summer Nights Bingo promotion, a game costing £1 per ticket with a usual maximum jackpot of £150, a miracle seemed to happen: all participants were mistakenly credited with huge winnings.
No. Bet365 is not legal in Belgium. Although the site is one of the largest sports betting and online gaming operators in the world, it does not hold a licence issued by the GC. Any activity by Bet365 on the Belgian market is considered illegal and exposes players to penalties.
FDJ United, now a major player on the European iGaming scene, announces a strategic alliance with PartnerMatrix Intelligence (PMI). FDJ United now operates in regulated markets across Europe, offering a multi-brand portfolio. To optimise its presence and maximise new customer acquisition, the group needs accurate, responsive and comprehensive tracking tools.
In the world of streaming, where sponsorship deals reach dizzying heights, few people turn down such opportunities. Tyler Niknam, better known by his pseudonym Trainwreck, nevertheless turned down a colossal $96 million offer from an online casino.
Antti Koivula is no stranger to the gambling industry. He has frequently been interviewed on Gambling Club, where he voiced his sharp opinions on regulation, innovation, and market access. Now, he is making a remarkable career move. Koivula is leaving law and joining Hippos ATG Oy as Chief Compliance Officer.
The highly active Gaming Commission (GC) maintains a blacklist of illegal sites, which is regularly updated when unauthorised operators are identified. These sites expose players to risks such as fraud, lack of data protection and non-payment of winnings.
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