Author: Julien D.

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BAGO wants better channelling

20 Apr 2026

In Belgium, the growth of illegal online gambling is causing concern among stakeholders in the regulated sector. The Belgian Association of Gaming Operators (BAGO) explains that it is becoming urgent to steer players towards a legal, visible and identifiable offering.

Economy

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A VAD webinar on the line between video games and gambling

Julien D.

16 Apr 2026

Video games are increasingly incorporating mechanisms similar to those found in gambling, blurring the lines, particularly for young people. A webinar organised by the VAD centre of expertise aims to analyse these developments, their risks and ways to address them.

Sensation

European Safer Gambling Week 2026 announced

Julien D.

11 Apr 2026

European Safer Gambling Week 2026 will take place from 16 to 22 November across Europe.

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UK: students are gambling and losing big

Julien D.

8 Apr 2026

In the UK, gambling is becoming increasingly widespread among students. A recent national survey reveals not only a significant rise in the number of young people involved, but also a marked increase in the amounts wagered.

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Gambling tax: a total fiasco for the government

Julien D.

1 Apr 2026

In Belgium, a tax reform that was supposed to generate tens of millions of euros has still yielded nothing. Two years after it was announced, the gambling tax remains ineffective.

Economy

These GAMING1 slot machines are set to revolutionise the industry

Julien D.

25 Mar 2026

In Balaruc-les-Bains, innovative slot machines designed in Belgium are being installed in a highly regulated environment. GAMING1 is determined to redefine the casino experience for players.

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BAGO explains the little-known world of gambling

Julien D.

18 Mar 2026

The BAGO association, which represents the main legal gambling operators, champions its vision of a fully-fledged industry at the crossroads of economic, social and political issues.

Economy

This Winimo competition promises accommodation for €20

Julien D.

10 Mar 2026

Launched on 7 March, an online competition from Winimo offers participants the chance to win an apartment for a stake of €20.

Sensation

BetBlocker becomes indispensable in the Netherlands

Julien D.

6 Mar 2026

In the Netherlands, nearly 9,800 people adopted the BetBlocker blocking tool last year to effectively limit their access to gambling platforms, while a large group of land-based casinos decided to officially recommend this free solution.

Sensation

When AI recommends illegal casinos

Julien D.

4 Mar 2026

An investigation by Investigate Europe and La Libre reveals that several conversational artificial intelligence (AI) systems are recommending banned gambling platforms, sometimes even to minors.

Sensation

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MGA: self-exclusion still flawed

Julien D.

22 Feb 2026

A regulatory investigation by the MGA has revealed shortcomings in the systems designed to protect vulnerable gamblers. Behind the technological promises, reality still reveals shortcomings.

Legislation

The Jetten government faces the challenge of legal gambling

Julien D.

17 Feb 2026

The new Dutch Jetten government is preparing to radically redefine gambling policy, with one clear priority: to better protect players while combating the illegal market that is gaining ground.

Legislation

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Fraud at the Chaudfontaine casino: three employees sentenced

Julien D.

16 Feb 2026

Three former employees of the Chaudfontaine casino have been sentenced by the courts after setting up a system for misappropriating high-value gaming plaques. The facts came to light following an internal audit and were confirmed by video surveillance images and the confessions of those involved.

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Michel Groothuizen opposes a total ban on advertising

Julien D.

10 Feb 2026

The chairman of the Dutch Gaming Authority (KSA), Michel Groothuizen, has publicly expressed his reservations about the coalition government’s plan to impose a total ban on gambling advertising.

Legislation

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Betsson bets on crypto-casinos

Julien D.

6 Feb 2026

In a rapidly changing online gambling sector, Swedish player Betsson AB is positioning itself cautiously but ambitiously around regulated crypto-casinos.

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KVA warns of hidden dangers outside the Cruks system

Julien D.

5 Feb 2026

Between political projects, societal concerns and consumer protection issues, how can we guarantee the safety of players without pushing them towards illegal offers? A recent initiative supported by the KVA is giving fresh impetus to this debate by highlighting the concrete risks associated with circumventing existing protection mechanisms.

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Minority coalition and shock gambling reform in the Netherlands

Julien D.

4 Feb 2026

A minority coalition government in the Netherlands has made the fight against the risks associated with gambling a central priority of its programme. In a 67-page document published at the end of January, the executive announced a series of radical measures, including a general ban on all gambling advertising and possible restrictions on the number of licences granted to online operators.

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