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Hacker shuts down 12 illegal gambling sites in Germany – no one saw it coming

Cybersecurity expert Lilith Wittmann has discovered a critical flaw in Merkur’s GraphQL interface, exposing the data of 800,000 players. This vulnerability allowed illegal casinos in Germany to exploit insecure software supplied by The Mill Adventure. After alerting the company, Wittmann found that it had cut off access to unregulated platforms, leading to the sudden closure of at least 12 gaming sites.

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Finland wants affiliates ban – experts predict illegal gambling chaos

Finland wants to ban affiliate marketing in their new online gambling legislation. According to the Finnish government, affiliate marketing carries risks. They cite misinformation, unclear boundaries between legal and illegal providers, and the lack of consumer protection. They also see tax avoidance as a problem because many affiliates are based outside Finland.

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Gaming commission warns: ‘This is not just a mistake’

You would think a school website is safe. Yet gambling adverts suddenly pop up. Illegal casinos use hackers to hide their ads on ordinary websites. And no one notices, until it is too late.

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Dutch newspapers: advertising illegal games

The Dutch authorities, via the Ksa, have warned newspapers about the illegal promotion of unauthorised gambling sites. Following an in-depth investigation, several media outlets have been singled out for carrying advertisements or links to unregistered platforms, putting gamblers at risk.

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Dutch Lottery takes Lalabet to court

Since the regulation of the Dutch online gaming market in 2021, licensed operators have had to comply with strict rules. However, unauthorised platforms continue to attract Dutch players with promises of quick winnings. This is particularly true of Lalabet, an online gaming platform based in Costa Rica and operating for Dutch players without a legal licence.

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An illegal casino in a camper van (RV)

In the shadow of legal casinos and large gaming halls, a worrying phenomenon is growing in Oakland, California: illegal casinos set up in RVs. This booming illegal market often escapes the attention of the authorities.

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Exclusive interview with Henk Wolff

With more than a decade of experience in the iGaming industry, Henk Wolff has gained extensive knowledge. He has successfully supported online casinos in their go-to-market strategy with a focus on retention marketing and has been active in the B2B sector, both as an affiliate and platform owner.

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What is Texas Hold’em Poker?

Texas Hold’em is without doubt the most popular poker variant in the world. Whether in casinos, at international tournaments or on online poker platforms, this game has won over millions of players thanks to its perfect balance between strategy and chance.

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VNLOK brings in Eric Konings: big changes coming?

Eric Konings has taken a new step in his career. From 1 March, he has left NOGA and is now working at VNLOK. He will continue to do what he does best: influence the gambling industry as a senior policy advisor.

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GRAI: a new era for gambling in Ireland

Ireland has just taken a decisive step in the regulation of its gambling market. With the entry into force of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI), a supervisory body with expanded powers, the country is stepping up its fight against the risks associated with betting and gambling.

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Illegal poker tournaments dismantled by the Ksa

The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), the Dutch gambling regulator, has recently stepped up its efforts to combat illegal gambling and associated subversive crime.

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Casino Sky fined €900,000 for illegality

The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), has fined Sarah Eternal S.R.L. €900,000 for illegally offering online gambling to Dutch players via its Casino Sky website.

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Helmond: Café involved in illegal gambling

On 27 February, a joint operation by the Peelland Interventieteam (PIT), the municipality of Helmond, the Dutch Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, Ksa) and the Dutch police uncovered illegal gambling activities in a café in Helmond.

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Follow Your Heart replaces Unibet on cycling jerseys

New Belgian regulations banning gambling advertising have led cycling teams to adapt their jerseys. The Unibet Tietema Rockets team has replaced the Unibet logo with ‘Follow Your Heart’, an initiative to raise awareness of heart health.

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Knokke-Heist casino construction under scrutiny

The municipality of Knokke-Heist recently announced the appointment of a team of independent experts to oversee the construction of its new casino, a project estimated to cost €110 million.

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Belgian operators concerned by Dutch measures

Since 2021, the Netherlands has legalised online gambling, hoping to regulate the market and protect players. However, increasingly strict regulations have been put in place, including advertising bans, stricter gambling limits and tax hikes.

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Baden-Württemberg opens the doors to online gaming

Baden-Württemberg in Germany has taken a crucial step by legalising online gambling, specifically table games such as blackjack and roulette. This decision marks a turning point for the gambling sector in Germany, following in the footsteps of Bavaria and Schleswig-Holstein.

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