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Mass claims against online casinos put pressure on Unibet and other companies

5 Oct 2025

Dynamiet Nederland has announced that it is suing Unibet in a collective lawsuit. The claims organisation represents some 2,500 players who lost money on illegal gambling before the introduction of the Remote Gambling Act in 2021.

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Panic at sea: gambler makes bomb threat after losing at cruise ship casino

Glen

4 Oct 2025

Imagine this: you’re on a luxury cruise ship, the sun is setting and you decide to try your luck at the casino. For 41-year-old Neo Hui Ghim from Singapore, it went completely wrong. In no time at all, he lost $2,000. What started as an evening of excitement and entertainment ended in pure chaos.

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UKGC reveals worrying illegal gambling figures

Glen

3 Oct 2025

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) recently published the second part of its report on consumer engagement with illegal online gambling.

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Jacks.nl must pay millions – judge rules mercilessly

Glen

2 Oct 2025

Jacks.nl, the popular Dutch online casino owned by JOI Gaming Limited, has suffered a heavy defeat in a legal battle over gambling tax. On 29 July 2025, the court in The Hague ruled that the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) was right to impose gambling tax on the bonuses provided in 2022 and 2023.

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Clubs ordered to remove casino logos by the Ksa

Glen

1 Oct 2025

In the Netherlands, the world of sport is about to turn a decisive page. The gambling authority, the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), has issued a clear ultimatum: by 6 October 2025, no club, influencer or platform will be allowed to display any sponsor linked to casinos or online betting.

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Online betting remains popular in Belgium, but regulations make a difference

Glen

1 Oct 2025

More and more Belgians are betting on sports, from football in the Jupiler Pro League to major international tournaments such as the Champions League and the European Championships. Online betting continues to gain ground. Its speed, convenience and the ability to bet live during the match make it particularly attractive.

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This secret behind the sounds of slot machines will amaze you

Glen

30 Sep 2025

Anyone who has ever played in a casino or online slot knows how brightly the lights flash and how cheerful the tunes sound. Those colours and sounds are not chosen at random. They are designed to keep you in the flow and make you play longer. It feels cheerful and exciting, even if you have just lost your bet.

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How Esports is opening up a new playing field for online betting

Glen

28 Sep 2025

Esports is growing every year. Millions of people watch live matches between professional gamers. Platforms such as Twitch and YouTube attract young viewers who follow the game and the excitement as if it were a sport. This popularity has also caught the attention of betting companies.

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CasinoZorgplicht loses battle against 711 advertisements

Glen

26 Sep 2025

The Advertising Code Committee in the Netherlands has rejected CasinoZorgplicht’s complaint against gambling advertisements from online casino 711. According to the commission, the expressions were meant to be humorous and absurdist, and therefore did not violate the rules.

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Study: When games manipulate you behind the scenes

Glen

25 Sep 2025

In recent years, the issue of behavioural influence in the gambling sector has been gaining visibility. And the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) has just taken a major step forward: it has published an investigation report on how gaming operators subtly manipulate the behaviour of online players.

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The most common poker mistakes and how to avoid them

Glen

25 Sep 2025

Poker seems simple: get cards, bet, and hope you win. But the truth is that many players make the same mistakes over and over again.

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Golden Palace B-Rush tournament promises action, excitement and money

Glen

24 Sep 2025

Golden Palace is pulling out all the stops this month with a remarkable dice tournament. In the B-Rush Challenge, it’s no longer about the best single spin. Players climb the leaderboard by adding up their three highest multipliers. The action runs from 24 to 28 September, and the total prize money is one thousand euros.

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End of the ABSG, a pillar of responsible gambling in the United Kingdom

Glen

24 Sep 2025

The landscape of gambling regulation in the United Kingdom is about to undergo a major change. The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has confirmed the upcoming closure of the Advisory Board for Safer Gambling (ABSG), an advisory body that has had a profound impact on public policy on responsible gambling.

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Regulation of online gambling in the Netherlands: between ambition and reality

Glen

24 Sep 2025

While the Netherlands wanted to build a safe and transparent online gambling market, the reality is quite different. Successive restrictions, the departure of operators and the growing threat of the illegal market: regulation, which is supposed to protect players, could well weaken the entire ecosystem.

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McDonald’s Monopoly proves to be a dangerous gambling game for young people

Glen

23 Sep 2025

It sounds innocent: you order a meal at McDonald’s, peel off a sticker and have a chance to win free chips, a drink or even a big prize. For millions of young people, this feels like a harmless game. But experts warn that these promotions are much more like gambling than most people realise.

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New Ksa guidelines for gaming halls

Glen

22 Sep 2025

The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), the Dutch gaming regulator, has unveiled new guidelines for physical gaming halls and casinos. It offers concrete tools to help operators apply the legislation already in force.

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Better Collective’s AI is already winning over punters

Glen

21 Sep 2025

Danish sports media giant Better Collective has taken another step forward with the launch of Playbook, an online betting tool powered by artificial intelligence. Unveiled in the United States on the eve of the NFL season, the device promises to simplify the betting experience while helping operators build customer loyalty.

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