The 2026 World Cup is fast approaching and is already capturing the attention of Belgian fans. For some, the event will also be an opportunity to discover sports betting. Here’s how to bet legally in Belgium.
On 31 May 2026, the European standard EN 18144 on risk indicators for gambling was published by the national standardisation bodies that are members of the European Committee for Standardisation, supported by the EGBA.
Bet365 launched its online sports betting service in France on Tuesday 26 May 2026 after obtaining a licence from the French National Gaming Authority (ANJ). The operator also holds licences for horse racing and poker, two activities set to follow shortly.
With just a few weeks to go until the 2026 World Cup, 711 is officially launching 711sports.be, its Belgian platform dedicated to sports betting.
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaching, the Kansspelautoriteit has announced that it will be stepping up its monitoring of the gambling market.
On 8 May in Wellen, students from UCLL organised the ‘Inside the Bet’ event to raise awareness among other young people about the risks associated with sports betting and online gambling.
On Tuesday 26 May 2026, the National Lottery will host a conference in Brussels dedicated to online gambling and gambling behaviour in Belgium, entitled ‘Cards on the table’.
A ranking published by The iGaming Europe highlights the world’s most visited online casinos. With over 101 million monthly visits, Stake dominates the market by a wide margin, but Africa, America and Europe are each establishing their own models.
In April, the Kansspelautoriteit reported more than 4,600 pieces of content to Facebook and Instagram in order to combat adverts linked to illegal gambling offers.
A copyright infringement complaint targeting the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has reignited a heated debate: the misuse of copyright protection mechanisms for the purposes of unfair competition.
Faced with soaring government taxes, many British and Dutch operators are choosing to lower the RTP of their slot machines to protect their profit margins.
From 1 May 2026, all gaming machines in Belgian press shops must incorporate an EPIS check, failing which they will be deactivated immediately.
The Constitutional Court has highlighted inequalities in the application of the rules, particularly those benefiting the National Lottery and certain establishments. It has called for a thorough review of the legal framework.
On 16 April 2026, the Chaudfontaine Casino will host a musical evening dedicated to Starmania, in aid of the Oncolovie Foundation. An event that combines live entertainment with charitable commitment.
Belgian hockey has reached a decisive milestone with the opening of a new stadium in Wavre. It reflects the rapid growth of the sport in Belgium, driven by the international performances of the national teams and supported by major partners such as the National Lottery and Belfius.
LaLiga is taking a groundbreaking step in its international expansion by partnering with the American platform Polymarket. This partnership aims to strengthen the Spanish league’s presence in North America.
The NBA has just turned a new page in its history by agreeing to explore the possibility of bringing franchises to Las Vegas and Seattle. The Nevada city is one step away from joining the elite of world basketball.
