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29 Aug 2025

In July 2021, when Germany opened its online gaming market via the Gaming Treaty (GlüNeuRStV), a protection mechanism was launched: OASIS, the national self-exclusion system. Today, this mechanism is proving to be a tangible success.

Sensation

71% of European betting is illegal!

Maxime

28 Aug 2025

The year 2024 marks an alarming turning point: an overwhelming majority of online betting in Europe remains unreported. According to a recent study by Yield Sec, 71% of the European online gaming market, or approximately €80.6 billion, is controlled by unregulated offshore operators.

Economy

Eurojackpot in Norway: Human error or system failure?

Julien

28 Aug 2025

On June 27, 2025, several thousand Norwegians received a message: “You have won the Eurojackpot!” Some thought of a house, others of a vacation or paying off debts. A collective euphoria, born from a simple text message or notification. And yet, this dream collapsed the following Monday: everything was false.

Sensation

SEO expert Frank Kruit warns: “Google is broken when it comes to gambling”

28 Aug 2025

Frank Kruit doesn’t call himself a moralist, but his mission is clear: get rid of the junk in Google’s search results. And by junk, he means illegal gambling sites, dubious affiliate pages, and clever tricks that lure players to dangerous platforms.

Sensation

ZonMw call for proposals: beating gambling addiction

Maxime

27 Aug 2025

Since the Kansspelen op afstand law came into force in 2021, the number of people exposed to gambling addiction has increased significantly. In response to this alarming reality, ZonMw is launching a major initiative: in September 2025, it will open a call for proposals for the creation of three multidisciplinary thematic consortia dedicated to the prevention and treatment of gambling addiction.

Sensation

They closed 7 illegal casinos in Cape Coral!

Caroline

27 Aug 2025

On the morning of 22 August 2025, a large-scale operation mobilised more than 90 police officers in the city of Cape Coral, Florida. Raids orchestrated by the Cape Coral Police Department, in collaboration with the Florida Gaming Commission, targeted seven illegal gambling establishments, including arcades and even a private residence.

Sensation

Live dealers: A new way to play online

Caroline

27 Aug 2025

Online casinos are constantly evolving, and one of the biggest game-changers in recent years is undoubtedly live dealer gaming.

Games

€2,500 in Cashdrops up for grabs at BeCasino with Betsoft

BeCasino has teamed up with game publisher Betsoft to launch a new summer promotion: BeCasino x Betsoft Cashdrops. From 23 August to 1 September 2025, players have the chance to win a share of the €2,500 prize pool by betting on a selection of slot machines.

Promotions

Close-up: first Nationaal Gokschade Congres

On 24 November 2025, on the initiative of the Expertisecentrum Gokken of the Trimbos-instituut, the first edition of a National Congress on Gambling Harm (Nationaal Gokschade Congres). This unique event aims to bring together researchers, health professionals, policy makers and, above all, people who have suffered from gambling-related harm.

Sensation

In Bagnères-de-Luchon, the casino remains controversial

Julien

Luchon will not have its casino in 2025. The city council’s decision, made in early July, left a feeling of unfinished business: 10 votes against, 9 in favour. This close result put the planned contract with the Golden Palace group on hold. Although Mayor Éric Azémar has already promised to revisit the issue at the end of August, confidence in the project’s viability remains fragile.

Sensation

Smoke-free casinos in Las Vegas: a profitable gamble?

Behind the scenes at Las Vegas casinos, one question is stirring up concern among managers: what if banning smoking in gaming rooms didn’t hurt revenue… but actually boosted it?

Sensation

100% Flash Boost Week: double your winnings in one click at Star Casino

Starcasino has unveiled a new promotion that promises to set the screens of online gaming enthusiasts alight: 100% Flash Boost Week. For seven consecutive days, from Monday 25 August to Sunday 31 August 2025, players will have the opportunity to double their winnings thanks to an exclusive boost. A unique opportunity that focuses on surprise and intensity of play.

Promotions

Why did ING delay reporting Reynders?

Maxime

A wave of mistrust is sweeping through the Belgian political and banking world. The Brussels public prosecutor’s office has opened an investigation into ING Bank, accused of delaying reporting cash deposits made over several years by Didier Reynders, former Deputy Prime Minister and current European Commissioner.

Politics

Drake banned from Kick? The clash that shook the platform

On 24 August 2025, a 404 error appeared when attempting to access Drake’s official channel on the livestreaming platform Kick: his content simply could not be found. A few days earlier, everything still seemed normal. Drake was making frequent appearances and streaming games and betting on Kick, often in collaboration with streamers such as Adin Ross. But the atmosphere suddenly changed.

Sensation

Study: When responsible gambling advertisements become dangerous