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The Brussels Region is preparing to launch an exceptional call for tenders for a concession for the Grand Casino de Bruxelles, estimated at €750 million, designed to redefine the operation of the country’s main casino.

Economy

‘Finnish gambling law finally finalised, details announced’ – licences open up new opportunities

The Finnish government is implementing a radical change of course. The long period of monopoly on gambling in Finland will make way for a licensed market.

Legislation

24 new postal and recycling lottery licences in Norway

Glen L.

Norway has just awarded new licences for postal lotteries and a unique recycling scheme. This decision has major economic, social and political implications.

Legislation

Gambling Interpol: a powerful but insufficient idea

Glen L.

For several years now, the fight against illegal online gambling has been gaining momentum on the agenda of European regulators. In the Netherlands, the idea of a kind of ‘Gambling Interpol’ has recently been put forward. However, expert Rik Wanrooij believes that this approach risks obscuring the essential issue.

Legislation

PepperMill Casino partners with Mindway AI for enhanced player protection

Caroline B.

PepperMill Casino has always made player protection a top priority. Now the company is going one step further by partnering with Mindway AI, the leading AI tool for player protection.

Legislation

Portugal forces Polymarket exit following illegal political betting

The Portuguese national gaming authority has ordered the crypto prediction market Polymarket to cease its activities in the country.

Sensation

Gamblers sought for study on addiction prevention

Gambling is now widely accessible and socially accepted, but the risks remain very real. Addiction, debt and psychological distress affect thousands of gamblers every year. In light of this, a new scientific survey is looking at a key factor that has not yet been fully evaluated: the effectiveness of campaigns to prevent problem gambling.

Sensation

“This is no longer a side issue”: Netherlands and Belgium opt for robust player protection

The winds of change are blowing through gambling supervision in both the Netherlands and Belgium. Two regulatory authorities are making a conscious choice to deploy more expertise and manpower to better protect players.

Gaming Commission

Can affiliate sites still be trusted?

Caroline B.

There is no simple answer to this question because it depends on the affiliate site. Some, such as Gambling Club, only list legal casinos, while others promote illegal casinos. We demystify everything for you and give you tips on how to avoid falling into the traps of illegal sites.

Sensation

Illegal gambling sites, number one target of the Ksa in 2026: protection comes first

The Kansspelautoriteit in the Netherlands is taking a hard line. In 2026, the regulator is setting its sights on illegal gambling providers and the protection of young people.

Legislation

Scooore.be imitated to scam Belgian players

The name and reputation of Scooore.be, a betting site owned by the National Lottery, are being misused to create fake casino sites. Behind these imitations lies a well-oiled fraudulent system aimed at luring players to unauthorised platforms.

Sensation

Deepfake: the face of a creator misused by AI

Julien D.

A misleading video is currently circulating on social media. Thanks to artificial intelligence, the image and voice of YouTuber Kalvijn have been misused to promote an illegal online casino.

Sensation

At 23, Esteban Devresse wins the Opener in Namur

In Namur, a young poker player from Bertrix reminded us that success is not just a matter of chance, but of patiently acquired discipline. At 23, Esteban Devresse won the Opener, a major tournament.

Sensation

Sports piracy: 90% of illegal streams financed by the black market

Sarah C.

In the United Kingdom, a new report reveals that illegal sports streams are no longer just violating copyright; they are also becoming a launch pad for unauthorised gambling advertisements.

Economy

Finland: Law ratified, starting signal for July 2027

Sarah C.

The President of Finland has officially ratified the new gambling law, sealing the end of the state monopoly. From 1 July 2027, the market will be opened up to competition for online casinos and sports betting.

Legislation

The Ksa chairman presents his plan for 2026

At the Annual Gaming Industry Event in Amsterdam on 16 January 2026, Michel Groothuizen, chairman of the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), gave a speechin which he presented the Dutch regulator’s new roadmap for the coming year.

Legislation

888Casinobe.com: A misleading website redirects Belgian players to an illegal casino

Caroline B.