You’ve probably seen a movie from the James Bond franchise. What’s striking is that a casino is a regular setting. Why is this? Where did the inspiration come from?
In the summer of 2023, a quartet from the north of France set up a scam in the Côte d’Azur casinos that was as ingenious as it was risky. Nearly €60,000 worth of fake gift vouchers were sold in gambling establishments in Cannes, Nice and Sainte-Maxime. Two years later, the Draguignan Criminal Court has delivered its verdict: luck has run out for the four accomplices.
The owner of Duel Casino, Ossi Ketola, better known under the pseudonym Monarch, is denouncing an attempt to censor X in connection with the launch of a new product at his online casino.
From 17 November, YouTube will tighten its controls on videos related to gambling and social casinos.
Polymarket is about to make a comeback in the United States. The platform plans to go live again at the end of November, this time with a clear focus on sports betting. The return is possible thanks to the acquisition of QCX, a company with valid CFTC licences.
At the heart of the ongoing battle between the gambling industry and the British government lies a major issue: the social consequences of online betting and gambling. While the government is considering raising taxes on high-risk products, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) is protesting and challenging the argument that gambling causes significant social harm.
The Consumentenbond is threatening to launch a class action against six legal Dutch online casinos. They are accused of using ‘dark patterns’ to induce players to bet more, reveals CasinoZorgplicht.
PepperMill Casino is welcoming back a household name. The famous Belgian online casino is now adding F*Bastards games to its offering. This means more choice for players looking for even more variety. F*Bastards joins the slot machines, dice games, blackjack, roulette and other table games already available.
Donald Trump is now venturing into prediction markets via his own Truth Social platform. His company, Trump Media and Technology Group, has announced an exclusive partnership with Crypto.com. Thanks to this collaboration, users will soon be able to place live bets on all kinds of events, such as elections.
The online gaming industry relies heavily on technology to ensure a fair and transparent gaming experience. Online casinos have revolutionised the world of gaming, offering a variety of options, from the popular Infinity Dice to the mesmerising Gates of Olympus slot machine.
The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) has struck a blow. It has just imposed a fine of €2.65 million on Betent (the company operating BetCity) for failing in its duty to protect players.
In 2025, Stake’s spectacular rise is now facing an unprecedented legal storm. At the heart of a complex network of influencers, game studios, sweepstakes models and offshore foundations, Stake is now the target of a series of lawsuits that could redefine the margins of the online gaming industry.
Belgium is preparing to carry out an in-depth review of its gambling legislation. Bill 56K0230001, tabled in the House of Commons, aims to modernise a booming sector that is often criticised for its lack of control and social risks. Behind this bill lies a single ambition: to strengthen player protection and provide the Gaming Commission (GC) with resources commensurate with its remit.
According to the annual report of the Gaming Commission, the 2024 advertising ban has had a noticeable impact. Both providers and players felt the effects. Gambling operators had to revise their strategies, while players were less exposed to enticing ads.
In recent days, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), the UK’s gaming regulator, has shaken up the industry with its announcement that it is launching an in-depth investigation into the link between gambling and suicide. To what extent can pathological gambling lead to suicidal thoughts and even acts?
