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The Didier Reynders affair is taking an explosive turn. With searches, bank hearings and calls for a committee of enquiry, the scandal surrounding the former Finance Minister and former European Commissioner for Justice is exposing Belgium’s failings in the fight against money laundering.

Politics

Champions League: win €50 with Bwin!

Sarah

The Champions League is back in action this week with some thrilling matches and clashes between the giants of European football. This is an opportunity for fans to follow their favourite clubs and, thanks to Bwin, turn their predictions into exceptional winnings.

Promotions

2026 Budget Memorandum reports significant shortfall in gambling tax

The 2026 Budget Memorandum in the Netherlands shows that gambling tax revenue is much lower than previously expected. The estimate for 2025 is 23.2 per cent below the original forecast.

Economy

Gambling and advertising: citizens have their say

Caroline

In Belgium, the debate on gambling advertising and sponsorship is intensifying. For the first time, citizens are being invited to share their experiences and opinions in discussion groups organised by Sciensano and Ghent University.

Gaming Commission

Debt due to betting: an exaggerated fear?

Is online sports betting really a threat to household financial stability? While a number of studies have warned of an increased risk of debt and bankruptcies, new US research has overturned these findings.

Sensation

Floorball: Veikkaus suspends betting as scandal explodes

Sarah

Finnish floorball is going through the worst crisis in its history. Public operator Veikkaus has suspended all betting on the sport following the revelation of a vast scandal involving nearly a hundred players and coaches.

Sensation

3 Oaks Tournament at Starcasino: Win up to €2,500!

Starcasino is launching its 3 Oaks Tournament, offering a total of €15,000 to be shared between the most successful players. The event runs from 15 to 21 September, promising an intense week of competition and adrenaline. With 322 potential winners, everyone has a chance, but only one of them will walk away with the precious €2,500 first prize.

Promotions

Michel Groothuizen: “big gap” between theory and reality

At the SBC Leaders Summit in Lisbon, the chairman of the Kansspelautoriteit, Michel Groothuizen, sounded the alarm: while it is essential to regulate, over-regulation could seriously undermine the functioning of the market. In his view, there is a wide gap between theory and reality on the ground.

Legislation

The KVA redesigns its website: check out your affiliates

Since 15 September 2025, the Keurmerk Verantwoorde Affiliates (KVA) has been presenting a completely revamped version of its website. The redesign is more than just cosmetic: it aims to provide consumers with greater transparency about the criteria that affiliate sites must meet to be certified by the KVA.

Legislation

888.nl: an intriguing online comeback in the Netherlands

Caroline

The return of 888.nl to the Dutch online gambling market, announced for September 2025, is causing controversy. Behind this expected reappearance lies a surprising reality: the licence has not been awarded to Evoke, the parent company of the famous operator, but to ComeOn Group.

Legislation

Gambling support: alarming figures

Sarah

The UK is facing a worrying increase in gambling-related problems. According to a recent report by GambleAware, more and more people are seeking specialist help, revealing both greater awareness and a real increase in the damage caused. Behind the figures, entire families are affected, while pressure is mounting to tighten regulations.The UK is facing a worrying increase in gambling-related problems. According to a recent report by GambleAware, more and more people are seeking specialist help, revealing both greater awareness and a real increase in the damage caused. Behind the figures, entire families are affected, while pressure is mounting to tighten regulations.

Sensation

When to split in blackjack?

Blackjack is a game where every option can tip the balance between wins and losses. Imagine: you receive two identical cards, you have the option to split your hand to form two… but when should you do it?

Blackjack

Why 20% of 18- to 20-year-olds bet illegally in Belgium

In Belgium, the increase in the legal age for gambling to 21, which came into force in September 2024, was intended to protect the very young. But a survey has already revealed an unexpected effect: many 18-20 year-olds are circumventing the law by turning to illegal sites, where there is no control.

Gaming Commission

Gambling addiction expert Feite Hofman shares his vision in his own column

Nathalie

Feite Hofman contributes a column to the Dutch website CasinoNieuws, sharing his experiences as a former gambling addict. He offers his opinions and perspectives on various topics.

Sensation

Italy: revolution in online gambling!

For nearly two decades, Italy has had a sluggish gambling market, torn between rigid regulatory restrictions, fragmentation among operators and delays in adapting to digital realities. However, at the end of 2025, a major regulatory shift could well transform the landscape.

Legislation

The Trimbos Institute warns of the extent of the damage caused by gambling

Julien

The Trimbos Institute, a Dutch research centre for mental health and addiction, has just published a new infographic on a sensitive subject: the damage caused by gambling. The aim is to highlight the sometimes irreversible consequences of gambling on individuals, their loved ones and society as a whole.

Sensation

Finland: Veikkaus prepares for its digital future