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The Netherlands wants to bring European regulators together

25 Aug 2026

The Kansspelautoriteit continues to advocate for greater cooperation between European regulators. In particular, it would like to see the revival of the European expert group on gambling services, which was disbanded in 2018.

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£12 million thrown in the bin

Glen L.

22 Aug 2026

A British woman could be set to win £12 million despite the disappearance of her lottery ticket, which was thrown in the bin after a problem arose whilst checking it. Following an investigation, the lottery operator believes she is likely the genuine winner. However, payment remains on hold until the official claim period has expired.

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CCBR-Cruks: the measure dividing the Netherlands

Glen L.

19 Aug 2026

Should people under guardianship or protective administration be automatically barred from gambling? In the Netherlands, the proposal to link the Central Register of Guardianships and Protective Administrations (CCBR) to the gambling exclusion register, Cruks, is sparking debate.

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Glasgow to receive £3.44 million to tackle gambling-related harm

Glen L.

18 Aug 2026

Glasgow will receive £3.44 million over three years to prevent and reduce harm associated with gambling. This funding, drawn from the UK’s mandatory levy on gambling operators, is intended to support prevention work among young people, training for professionals and targeted initiatives in the most vulnerable neighbourhoods.

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Press shops face new rules

Glen L.

14 Aug 2026

From 13 August 2026, independent press shops and newsagents in Belgium will be subject to a new legal framework. This reform, which the Corbis federation has been calling for over the past decade, aims to better distinguish traditional press shops from businesses that use this status primarily to take advantage of certain benefits.

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Verlinden accuses clubs of a lack of responsibility

Glen L.

13 Aug 2026

Justice Minister Annelies Verlinden has criticised the attitude of certain Belgian sports clubs in the face of stricter rules governing gambling advertising. Her department accuses them of failing to make sufficient use of the long transition period to seek new sources of funding and condemns their lack of social responsibility.

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Already four EuroMillions jackpots in Belgium in 2026

Glen L.

12 Aug 2026

Belgium is enjoying a particularly spectacular 2026 in the EuroMillions. Between 30 January and 7 August, four jackpots were won in the country.

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Gardner offers a behind-the-scenes look at regulation

Glen L.

10 Aug 2026

Sarah Gardner has first-hand knowledge of the challenges facing UK gambling regulation. Having spent nearly 17 years at the Gambling Commission, where she is now acting chief executive, she advocates an approach based on a delicate balance: enabling players to enjoy a leisure activity whilst protecting those most at risk.

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Apple sued in Brazil over its casino apps

Glen L.

9 Aug 2026

Apple is facing legal action in Brazil over minors’ access to gambling apps available on its App Store. Three children’s rights organisations are asking the courts to order the company to implement stricter age checks within ten days, failing which it will face a daily fine of 85,000 euros.

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Holland Casino’s RTP figures will remain confidential

Glen L.

7 Aug 2026

The Dutch courts have ruled in favour of the Ministry of Finance in a dispute concerning the disclosure of information relating to Holland Casino’s return-to-player (RTP) rates. The Amsterdam court considers that certain data constitutes trade secrets, as their publication could reveal details about the company’s strategy and operations.

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What the Ksa will reveal at EASG 2026

Glen L.

3 Aug 2026

The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) will take part in the 15th European Conference on Gambling Studies and Policy (EASG 2026), to be held in Copenhagen from 8 to 11 September 2026. At the event, the regulator will present three papers focusing on player protection, the ban on sports sponsorship by online gambling operators, and a new method for estimating the scale of the illegal online gambling market.

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Rockstar removes the casino from GTA Online for Australian players

Glen L.

1 Aug 2026

Australian players of GTA Online can no longer access the casino games available at the Diamond Casino & Resort. Rockstar Games has disabled this feature without providing an official explanation.

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Brussels puts the brakes on the gambling tax increase

Glen L.

30 Jul 2026

Whilst the Flemish government wishes to increase the regional tax levied on gambling operators, the Brussels-Capital Region is, for the time being, refusing to follow this approach.

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Frank Kruit is the victim of identity theft on an illegal casino website

Glen L.

29 Jul 2026

Frank Kruit, a professional in the online casino affiliate sector, discovered that his name, photograph and a fabricated biography had been used without his permission on a website promoting illegal casinos.

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9 Belgian projects secure major funding from the National Lottery

Glen L.

24 Jul 2026

Belgian heritage is set to receive a new boost. The National Lottery has announced the award of a total of one million euros in funding to nine projects from five Federal Scientific Institutions.

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EGBA takes action against a Lithuanian payment provider

Glen L.

15 Jul 2026

The EGBA has lodged a complaint against the Lithuanian payment provider Walletto. It claims to have found evidence suggesting that its payment services have been used to fund several illegal gambling platforms targeting European consumers.

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Bellot arrives at Golden Palace with 27 games

Glen L.

13 Jul 2026

In July 2026, Golden Palace Dice added a selection of 27 games developed by Bellot. This launch combines classic slot machines, themed worlds and exclusive titles, whilst giving a provider already active with numerous online casinos a new profile in Belgium.

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