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Smart test aims to stop chaos in the gambling market

The Netherlands has been trying for years to get a grip on online gambling. Through rules, bans, and limits, the government hopes to protect gamblers. But the outcome is different. Legal operators are losing ground, while the illegal market is growing faster than ever. And the players? They will soon be further from help than ever before.

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Holland Casino considering major reorganization in 2026

Holland Casino may be facing a major reorganization in 2026. The reason is the upcoming increase in the gambling tax to 37.8%. This measure hits the state-owned company hard, especially as it is already under financial pressure.

Economy

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Lotto winner found in extremis

It’s a story that could have gone untold. A simple forgotten ticket almost deprived its owner of a colossal win. However, thanks to meticulous investigative work by the National Lottery, the winner of €3.5 million has finally been found.

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Europe: new right to freeze casino assets

In a context where the online gambling industry is evolving at great speed, a major legal upheaval is taking shape: the possibility for European judges to freeze the assets of gambling operators.

Legislation

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BAGO sets out its conditions for a safer market

Belgium’s gambling sector is at a crossroads. The recent 2024 annual report from the Gaming Commission (GC) highlights structural weaknesses, while BAGO, the association of licensed operators, is responding by calling for concerted reform.

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France and Germany merge to form a gambling powerhouse – who will follow?

Banijay is taking a big step in the online gambling market. The entertainment company is acquiring a 65% majority stake in German bookmaker Tipico. The acquisition means that France now has two providers in the top five in Europe.

Economy

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Côte d’Azur: ace fraudsters unmasked

In the summer of 2023, a quartet from the north of France set up a scam in the Côte d’Azur casinos that was as ingenious as it was risky. Nearly €60,000 worth of fake gift vouchers were sold in gambling establishments in Cannes, Nice and Sainte-Maxime. Two years later, the Draguignan Criminal Court has delivered its verdict: luck has run out for the four accomplices.

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When bookmakers deny the social harm caused by online gambling

At the heart of the ongoing battle between the gambling industry and the British government lies a major issue: the social consequences of online betting and gambling. While the government is considering raising taxes on high-risk products, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) is protesting and challenging the argument that gambling causes significant social harm.

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F*Bastards games now available at PepperMill Casino in Belgium

PepperMill Casino is welcoming back a household name. The famous Belgian online casino is now adding F*Bastards games to its offering. This means more choice for players looking for even more variety. F*Bastards joins the slot machines, dice games, blackjack, roulette and other table games already available.

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Betent fined €2.65m for neglecting young players

The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) has struck a blow. It has just imposed a fine of €2.65 million on Betent (the company operating BetCity) for failing in its duty to protect players.

Legislation

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Gaming Commission: advertising restrictions are only the beginning

According to the annual report of the Gaming Commission, the 2024 advertising ban has had a noticeable impact. Both providers and players felt the effects. Gambling operators had to revise their strategies, while players were less exposed to enticing ads.

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Gaming Commission punishes gambling companies: these are the rules they broke

The Gaming Commission’s 2024 annual report states in black and white that gambling providers do not always comply with their obligations. The commission imposed five sanctions on gambling companies that did not comply with the rules. Six more cases are currently under investigation.

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UKGC report: How to track down illegal gambling

In recent years, the unauthorised online gambling market has been a cause for concern for the British authorities. With the publication of the third part of its report on illegal online gambling, the UK regulator (UKGC) unveils radical measures to dismantle a constantly changing digital ecosystem.

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Licence refused? Belgium has become very strict on gambling sites

Want to start a gambling business in Belgium? These days, you have to jump through a lot of hoops. Since 2024, the Gaming Commission has been much stricter about who gets a licence. And that’s necessary, they say.

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American woman wins 100,000 in lottery thanks to AI betting advice

A woman from Michigan has won $100,000 in the Powerball lottery. She based her choice on numbers generated by an AI chatbot.

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Gaming Commission warns in new figures: significant increase in young players

Online gambling is growing rapidly in Belgium. According to the Gaming Commission’s annual report, the increase among young people is particularly striking. Young adults between the ages of 18 and 25 are gambling more often and for longer than ever before.

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Betting shops disappearing: gambling companies sound the alarm

Paddy Power is closing 57 betting shops in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Rising costs and changing customer behaviour mean that the company can no longer keep the shops profitable.

Economy