9 new illegal casinos banned by the GC
The Gaming Commission (GC) updated its blacklist on 22 May 2025, adding nine new illegal online gambling sites.
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BetCity must pay out €172,000 jackpot after lost court case
A Dutch woman has won a court case against online casino BetCity. She will still be paid the jackpot of…
United Kingdom: More tax = less revenue? 65% of gamblers will choose illegal games
The United Kingdom could standardise its tax regime on online gambling, bringing the tax on sports betting (15%) into line…
Satoshi Gaming Group banned in Sweden
In a firm move designed to protect its regulated market, Sweden has taken the decision to permanently ban Satoshi Gaming…
Jean-Claude Van Damme unknowingly appears in illegal casino adverts
At the heart of a dubious advertising campaign aimed at seducing gamblers, actor Jean-Claude Van Damme has seen his face…
Germany: illegal gambling accounts for 80% of the online market
In Germany, the regulation of online gambling is struggling to contain the growth of the black market. According to the…
Gambling black market: the investigation that worries BAGO
In Belgium, illegal gambling platforms are growing in popularity, a worrying development that is causing concern among players in the…
Regulator 2.0: KSA wants more cooperation and more control
The Dutch Gambling Regulatory Authority (KSA) has unveiled its ‘Regulator 2.0’ vision, promising greater cooperation with operators to combat the…
Golden Palace sets up in Digne-les-Bains: a strategic turning point for the city
In Digne-les-Bains, the laying of the foundation stone for the future Golden Palace casino marks the beginning of an ambitious…
The story continues: Amsterdam District Court orders Unibet to allow access to gambling data
On May 22, the Amsterdam District Court ruled as follows: Unibet must provide a player with access to their gambling…
The truth about slots no one wants to tell – An expert shares it all
Online slots work with a Random Number Generator, also known as RNG. This is software that produces completely random outcomes.…
Judicial victory for Svenska Spel: SEK 100 million fine cancelled
This is a resounding victory for Svenska Spel Sport & Casino. The Swedish Administrative Court has overturned the decision of…
How do Megaways Slots work and why are they so popular?
Megaways slots are incredibly popular in online casinos. You can find them almost everywhere nowadays, including at many legal online…
Dogs Playing Poker: Where art meets gambling
You might not immediately expect a history lesson from us. But this iconic series of paintings is certainly worth mentioning.…
Double Lotto miracle for a Breton couple
On 23 April last, in a commune in the Côtes-d'Armor region of Brittany, an occasional couple saw their lives turned…
Austria loses millions to foreign online casinos
In Austria, the gambling landscape is dominated by a state monopoly: win2day, operated by Österreichische Lotterien. However, the digital boom…
Stake: a Japanese affiliate locked up
On 30 May 2025, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police arrested Makoto Chomabayashi, a 38-year-old man from Iwaki in Fukushima prefecture. He…
Cybercrime in Turkey: $127 Million seized. What happened?
A large-scale police operation in Turkey has dismantled a sprawling criminal network involved in illegal betting, online fraud, and child…