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What is a high-roller in casinos?

In the world of casinos, the term ‘high-roller’ refers to a player who regularly wagers sums far greater than those of an ordinary customer. Also known as a ‘whale’ in casino jargon, this high-stakes player often enjoys preferential treatment.

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Evolution: the background to a 4.75 million fine

The UK Gambling Commission has published a much-anticipated decision concerning Evolution, one of the leading providers of online casino games. The company has agreed to pay £4.75 million after its games were found on several websites without a UK licence. However, whilst the provider has been clearly identified and penalised, the operators of the platforms in question remain anonymous.

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The Namur Casino pavilion is being reborn piece by piece

The former Namur Casino pavilion, designed in 1909 by the architect Georges Hobé, is continuing to be rebuilt thanks to the work of volunteers from the Union des Artisans du Patrimoine (UAP).

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The GC adds 5 sites to its blacklist

The Gaming Commission (GC) has published a new update to its blacklist of illegal gambling sites. Dated 17 July 2026, this update adds five new platforms to the list of sites whose operation or access is considered to be in breach of Belgian law.

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The secrets behind online casino game design

The boundaries between video games and the online casino universe are blurring, driven by increasingly immersive progression mechanics. Progression systems, visual rewards, and immersive narratives are no longer the […]

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Lucky Lady’s Roulette arrives at Golden Palace

Golden Palace has announced the installation of Novomatic’s first Lucky Lady’s Roulette machine in Belgium. The game is now available at its Anderlues venue, marking the arrival of a concept already present in several European casinos.

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Gambling addiction: the warning signs to look out for

A big win can give the impression that your luck has finally turned. It can also mark the start of a dangerous relationship with gambling. François Mertens, a psychologist specialising in addiction at the non-profit organisation Pelican, urges gamblers to keep an eye on three simple indicators: the money spent, the time spent gambling and the frequency of bets.

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Is 711 a legal casino in Belgium?

711 legally operates certain gambling activities in Belgium. The operator holds a B+ licence for its online casino offering and an F+ licence for its sports betting, both issued by the Belgian Gaming Commission.

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Mr. Sloth unveils its new games

The Belgian provider Mr. Sloth is continuing to expand its catalogue at PepperMill Casino. Having built its reputation on accessible and dynamic dice games such as Rocket Dice, the studio now offers a more diverse range.

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Soft2Bet: the illegal gambling empire

Investigate Europe accuses Soft2Bet and its partners of being linked to a vast network of illegal online casinos targeting European players, including Belgians.

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Polymarket hacked: $3.1 million gone

A cyberattack has hit Polymarket, an online prediction platform, resulting in an estimated loss of $3.1 million in cryptocurrencies for several users. The company states that the incident stemmed from a compromised external software provider and not from a flaw in its internal infrastructure.

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Kapa Casino School honored in 2026

Brussels-based Kapa Casino School is among the 2026 winners of EU Business News’ Benelux Enterprise Awards. The school received the award for the most impactful training initiative in the casino industry.

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The GC is blocking even more high-risk sites

On 25 June 2026, the Gaming Commission updated its list of illegal gambling sites blocked in Belgium. This official list aims to inform players and restrict access to unauthorised platforms.

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BAGO raises the alarm on player protection

In the Netherlands, licensed online gambling operators took nearly 1.8 million preventive measures in 2025 to protect players. For BAGO, these figures highlight the importance of enshrining the duty of care in Belgian gambling policy.

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Polymarket banned in Belgium, but still very popular

Since being blacklisted by the Gaming Commission, Polymarket has lost a large proportion of its Belgian audience. However, the platform continues to attract around 70,000 visits per month.

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Meta faces a bombshell complaint

The Dutch online gambling association VNLOK is planning legal action against Meta within the European Union, as well as a complaint to the European Commission. It accuses Facebook and Instagram of allowing adverts for gambling operators not authorised in the Netherlands to circulate on a large scale.

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€4,000 up for grabs for the Belgium v Egypt match with Goal Fever at Peppermill Casino

Peppermill Casino is launching a new edition of Goal Fever to mark the Belgium v Egypt match. The promotion runs from 6 pm on 17 June to 8 pm on 21 June, with a prize pool of €4,000, divided into 800 prizes of €5 each.

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