This Sunday, the French government decided to put on hold the controversial project to authorize online casinos.
Between the many rides installed at the Liège fair since October 5, various lunapark-type stands have taken place. For a few euros, you are promised stuffed animals and other prizes.
France is about to take a decisive step. The government has announced its intention to authorize online casinos, a practice that has been prohibited until now on French territory, as well as in Cyprus.
The online gambling industry, already heavily regulated, is facing a new threat: cyberattacks. Specifically, the Chinese hacking group APT41, known for its espionage and cybercrime operations, has targeted several online casinos around the world.
Things are changing in Kindred’s boardrooms. Following the takeover by la Française des Jeux (FDJ), chairman Evert Carlsson and five other directors have resigned.
In Italy, it will become a lot more difficult for minors to access adult content. Such as gambling and pornography or other types of content.
The UK Labour Party is considering a big increase in taxes on gambling companies. Perhaps as much as £3 billion. Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves is looking at ways to plug a huge £22 billion hole in the government’s finances.
At the beginning of October, the French government announced a probable surtax on games of chance to replenish the Social Security coffers.
Illegal, yet wildly popular: millions of French people unknowingly visit illegal gambling sites, including online casinos.
A recent study paints a disturbing picture of the online gambling industry: the rise of fake casino games.
Grim, also known as GrimzYoutube, has reassured his followers that he is still financially stable despite the huge loss.
The French gambling giant has seen its stock price plummet following rumours of an increase in gambling tax.
A major scandal has come to light in the UK surrounding the Labour Party. Several members have received gifts and donations from gambling companies, totalling more than £1 million.
Gambling addiction is a scourge that affects more and more people, including young people. In France, the ANJ and Unaf are joining forces to fight against this phenomenon.
Spain has 78 companies licensed to offer online gambling services. In the second quarter of this year, the market experienced sustained growth, reaching a record turnover of €346.3 million.
