Author: Julien

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Gambling black market: the investigation that worries BAGO

11 Jun 2025

In Belgium, illegal gambling platforms are growing in popularity, a worrying development that is causing concern among players in the sector. The Gaming Commission (GC) has confirmed the fears expressed for some time by the Belgian Association of Gaming Operators (BAGO): spontaneous visits to these unregulated sites are rising steadily.

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Austria loses millions to foreign online casinos

Julien

7 Jun 2025

In Austria, the gambling landscape is dominated by a state monopoly: win2day, operated by Österreichische Lotterien. However, the digital boom has enabled many foreign operators, often based in Malta or Curaçao, to offer their services to Austrian players without legal authorisation.

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Trustpilot promotes illegal casinos and no one intervenes?

Julien

5 Jun 2025

In recent months, consumers have reported illegal online casinos to Trustpilot on several occasions. So say complaints coming forward from consumers via social media. Trustpilot is an independent online rating […]

Sensation

Sweden closes its last land-based casino

Julien

3 Jun 2025

On 25 April 2025, Stockholm’s Casino Cosmopol closed its doors, marking the end of an era for land-based casinos in Sweden. This decision, taken by the Swedish government, brings to an end more than two decades of state operation of physical casinos.

Economy

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Flutter: from gambling to community involvement

Julien

31 May 2025

At a time when the debate on the social responsibility of technology companies is intensifying, an unexpected player in the world of online gaming is speaking out, not through speeches but through concrete action. The Flutter Foundation, an entity linked to one of the largest digital games groups, has established itself as a catalyst for social change in the autonomous city of Ceuta in southern Spain.

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RTBF reveals the risks of illegal gambling

Julien

26 May 2025

On Thursday 22 May 2025, the programme ‘On n’est pas des pigeons!’ broadcast on RTBF showed the disconcerting ease with which Belgians can access illegal gambling sites. Operating without a licence or regulation, these platforms expose players to major risks: no age verification, no deposit limits, and no measures to protect against addiction.

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Golden Palace Club rewards loyal players – here’s how it works!

Julien

25 May 2025

Golden Palace has its own fan community: the Golden Palace Club. This club gives players access to extra benefits. The more you play, the more points you get.

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Stake makes life easier for game developers

Julien

18 May 2025

On 8 May 2025, Stake, one of the world’s leading online casino companies, announced the launch of Stake Engine, a platform designed to transform the iGaming game development landscape.

Sensation

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Who will win Eurovision 2025?

Julien

15 May 2025

Eurovision 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable and hotly contested competitions in recent years. As all eyes turn to tonight’s second semi-final, Europe’s bookmakers continue to adjust their odds.

Sensation

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Political pressure rises to abolish gambling monopoly in Norway

Julien

11 May 2025

The Norwegian political party Fremskrittspartiet (FrP) has taken a clear position at its party congress. The party wants to abolish the state monopoly on gambling in Norway.

Legislation

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Veikkaus: Failure is not an option

Julien

10 May 2025

Veikkaus, the long-standing Finnish gambling monopoly, is at a turning point in its history. The country is opening its market in January 2027, and the company is preparing to face formidable competition from the private sector.

Economy

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This is why you are still not allowed to play online slots in France

Julien

9 May 2025

Online slots remain banned in France for the time being. While the government is looking into expanding the offer, regulators are keeping the brakes on for now.

Legislation