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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
The first half of 2025 has not been kind to Veikkaus. The long-standing Finnish operator, which has enjoyed a monopoly for many years, has posted declining results. However, behind these gloomy figures, the company is actively preparing for the future: from 2027, the national online gaming market will be opened up to competition. Veikkaus is betting big to remain a key player in this future landscape.
In a rapidly growing sector such as iGaming, discussions often focus on technological innovation and rapid market growth. However, behind the figures and screens, another reality is emerging: the mental health of workers. From 15 to 19 September, the industry is dedicating an entire week to this crucial issue.
Prime Minister Petteri Orpo’s government is preparing a major reform of the Finnish gambling market. The most important point: Veikkaus’ monopoly will be broken. From 2027, foreign gambling companies will be allowed to operate legally on the Finnish market, provided they have a licence.
Macau has built its reputation on one singularity: being the only region in China where gambling is legal. From legalisation in the nineteenth century under Portuguese administration to the advent of the huge resorts that rival Las Vegas, the history of gambling in Macau tells as much an economic saga as a political destiny.
As online sports betting undergoes rapid change, DraftKings is establishing itself as a key player thanks to its strategy focused on in-play betting and proposition bets. Between strategic acquisitions and technological innovations, the American operator is capturing the attention of bettors and investors alike, revealing a market in the midst of transformation.
Starting on 24 September, RWDM Brussels will offer its supporters a unique experience: Golden Seats. Developed in partnership with Golden Palace News, this initiative offers five lucky fans the chance to experience every home match from a glass platform installed between the dugouts.
If you live near the Dutch border, you have probably heard of Holland Casino, the renowned brand that attracts thousands of players every year. However, many people wonder whether these establishments can be found in Belgium, or even whether it is possible to play online from Belgian territory. The answer often comes as a surprise: Holland Casino remains strictly reserved for the Netherlands.
The legal battle between online casino Circus.nl and the Belastingdienst, the Dutch tax authority, has ended in a ruling against the casino. At the heart of the dispute is the issue of VAT on gaming platform services.
In the summer of 2025, the Autorité nationale des jeux (ANJ) took strong action: the Stake and Cbet platforms are officially banned on French soil. The announcement came in August, after a lengthy legal process. In July, the ANJ obtained an order requiring these online casinos to be blocked, in accordance with French laws on digital gambling.
On 9 September 2025, Tipico Group finalised the acquisition of ATLAS Group GmbH, the parent company of ADMIRAL Austria, from NOVOMATIC AG. This acquisition, which was formalised in a transaction that was widely commented on in the gaming industry, marks a strategic turning point for both companies, each of which is now following a clear but different path.
In Macau, the battle between casino giants is intensifying. To defend its market share in the face of increasingly aggressive competition, MGM China is pursuing a bold strategy: enticing its customers with highly coveted Labubu toys and offering them the chance to win a Rolex. It’s an original gamble that illustrates the evolution of marketing in the world’s gambling capital.
Born in China several centuries ago, sic bo — literally “precious dice” — is a simple and captivating game of chance. Three dice, a throw, and a breathless wait: these are the mechanics that propelled it from traditional Asian circles to the world’s largest casinos, from Macau to Las Vegas.
