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BetBlocker returns to the Google Play Store

After a five-year absence, the free BetBlocker application, designed to help users protect themselves against online gambling sites, is back on the Google Play Store . This reinstatement marks the end of a long-running technical dispute between the application’s developers and Google.

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The whole world follows 2025 conclave

On Wednesday 7 May 2025, the Vatican becomes the scene of a major event: the opening of the conclave to elect the successor to Pope Francis, who died last month at the age of 88.

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How to win at roulette

Roulette, with its elegant allure and palpable suspense, is one of the most iconic casino games. Although chance plays a major role, certain strategies can help players maximise their chances. This article explores various methods, from bankroll management to betting systems, to help you play more wisely.

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Top 10 richest poker players

In a world where mental strategy and nerve are worth millions, some poker players have established themselves as veritable titans. Their wealth comes not just from luck, but from years of experience, a keen sense of psychological reading, and controlled audacity.

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Student punished for promoting illegal gambling

On 29 April 2025, the Medan District Court sentenced Indah Siska Sari, a 20-year-old student from the Langkat regency, to two and a half years in prison and a fine of 50 million Indonesian rupiahs (around €2,600) for promoting online gambling on social networks.

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SOFTSWISS: player wins €1.36 million jackpot

The world of online gambling has just witnessed a historic moment: one lucky player has won the colossal sum of €1,368,013 thanks to the SOFTSWISS Prime Network Jackpot.

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MGM cleared: gambler loses $24 million without recourse

On 28 April 2025, Federal Judge Madeline Cox Arleo handed down a controversial decision: the Borgata casino and its parent company, MGM Resorts International, are not legally obliged to prevent or interrupt the gambling activities of people suffering from addiction.

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The betting industry and the invasion of advertising

The sports betting industry is undergoing unprecedented expansion, with profits soaring and bets breaking records. However, the question remains: have bookmaker advertisements become too intrusive? In an environment where advertising campaigns are omnipresent, more and more voices are being raised against this phenomenon.

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Why is a YouTuber launching a petition against the Postcode Lottery?

Last March, Rick ‘Serpent’ Broers, a well-known Dutch YouTuber, launched a citizens’ initiative that quickly gained momentum: a petition to ban the Postcode Lottery, or Nationale Postcode Loterij, in its […]

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15 months in prison for casino cheating

Two Ukrainians have been sentenced to 15 months in prison for orchestrating a sophisticated cheating operation at the Annecy casino, using micro-cameras, earphones and artificial intelligence to analyse the cards in real time via an accomplice abroad. The duo, who pocketed more than €270,000 since 2023, were arrested after a nationwide investigation.

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One million for the future of British horseracing professionals

The HIPB has been awarded $1 million to strengthen the UK horseracing workforce, with initiatives focusing on training, welfare and equality.

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Illegal advertising: online casinos exploiting the image of OnlyFans

Unauthorised online casinos have been using the OnlyFans name to illegally promote their services by running misleading adverts via news sites and influencers. This practice, denounced by the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), aimed to exploit the popularity of the platform to attract players, often vulnerable, to unregulated gambling offers.

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Deepfakes: journalists tricked into promoting scams

Journalists from Sky News have fallen victim to deepfakes used to promote illegal online casinos, hidden behind applications presented as games for children on the App Store. Once downloaded, these applications redirect users to unauthorised gambling sites, putting their personal and financial data at risk. Corporate identities have also been stolen to legitimise these scams.

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840,000 penalty for Starscream Limited

Starscream Limited has been fined by the Dutch Gaming Authority for illegally offering online gambling to Dutch players via several sites. The company faces a fine of €280,000 per week, up to a maximum of €840,000, if it does not cease its activities. This measure is intended to protect consumers and remind operators of the importance of complying with local legislation.

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The ANJ reaches a milestone with its e-learning module: 1,000 certificates issued

The ANJ has launched an innovative e-learning module to train casino and gaming club professionals to identify and support excessive or pathological gamblers. This interactive tool, inspired by a guide published in January 2024, offers realistic 3D immersion and has already enabled more than 1,000 certificates to be issued in just a few months.

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Family dispute over winning lottery ticket

In the Netherlands, a winning lottery ticket worth €3.2 million sparked a violent family dispute between a man from Rijswijk and his 80-year-old father-in-law. After buying several tickets and discovering that he had the winning number, the complainant claimed that his father-in-law had discreetly stolen the precious ticket from him.

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DSWV calls for stricter measures

In Germany, almost half of online gamblers are still using illegal gambling sites, despite the regulations due to be introduced in 2021. This black market deprives the State of significant revenue and exposes users to increased risks.

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