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The Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL) is publishing detailed quarterly data on wagers for the first time. The aim? To promote fact-based discussion, as the institution emphasises. This initiative is part of a broader review of the GlüStV 2021, the German inter-state treaty on gambling, which began at the end of 2023.

Economy

Gambling surveys: the mystery of contradictory figures

Sarah C.

For more than twenty years, estimates of the number of gamblers and people affected by gambling-related harm have varied greatly depending on the method used to collect them. On the one hand, face-to-face surveys such as the Health Survey for England (HSE) have long reported low rates. On the other hand, online or self-administered surveys, such as the Gambling Survey for Great Britain (GSGB), show much higher figures.

Sensation

Dreams of winnings dashed: Gala Bingo to blame

It all started as a normal summer evening for hundreds of Gala Bingo players. During the Summer Nights Bingo promotion, a game costing £1 per ticket with a usual maximum jackpot of £150, a miracle seemed to happen: all participants were mistakenly credited with huge winnings.

Sensation

Is Bet365 legal in Belgium?

No. Bet365 is not legal in Belgium. Although the site is one of the largest sports betting and online gaming operators in the world, it does not hold a licence issued by the GC. Any activity by Bet365 on the Belgian market is considered illegal and exposes players to penalties.

Gaming Commission

FDJ United boosts its affiliates in real time with PartnerMatrix Intelligence

FDJ United, now a major player on the European iGaming scene, announces a strategic alliance with PartnerMatrix Intelligence (PMI). FDJ United now operates in regulated markets across Europe, offering a multi-brand portfolio. To optimise its presence and maximise new customer acquisition, the group needs accurate, responsive and comprehensive tracking tools.

Sensation

Streamer Trainwreck turned down $96m to stay authentic

In the world of streaming, where sponsorship deals reach dizzying heights, few people turn down such opportunities. Tyler Niknam, better known by his pseudonym Trainwreck, nevertheless turned down a colossal $96 million offer from an online casino.

Sensation

Former lawyer Antti Koivula dives into the gambling industry: “This is my mission”

Julien D.

Antti Koivula is no stranger to the gambling industry. He has frequently been interviewed on Gambling Club, where he voiced his sharp opinions on regulation, innovation, and market access. Now, he is making a remarkable career move. Koivula is leaving law and joining Hippos ATG Oy as Chief Compliance Officer.

Sensation

AI ensuring the reliability of casino games with PlayPatrol

PlayPatrol, an AI-based online slot machine testing tool, promises to revolutionise technical reliability and regulatory compliance. Developed by createIT, it enables casinos and game studios to anticipate problems before they affect revenue and the player experience.

Sensation

Betting on the weather: innovation or abuse?

Sarah C.

17 Aug 2025

Imagine being able to bet not on the outcome of a match, but on the weather: rain, snow, hail or extreme temperatures. That’s exactly what’s happening, and more frequently than you might think.

Sensation

How to win the lottery 14 times with Stefan Mandel’s technique

17 Aug 2025

A Romanian mathematician achieved the impossible: beating the lottery. Far from relying on luck, Stefan Mandel viewed the lottery as a rational problem to be solved.

Sensation

ROGA launches free gambling blocker in collaboration with BetBlocker

16 Aug 2025

With online gambling growing rapidly in the United States, the Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA) and the BetBlocker blocking tool are joining forces to offer players easy access to free and anonymous protection. This initiative marks a significant step forward in the fight against excessive gambling, putting prevention just a click away.

Sensation

Gambling addiction: police officer sells $1 million worth of family gold

Julien D.

16 Aug 2025

This case has been the subject of much discussion within the Australian police force for months. A former New South Wales (NSW) officer is accused of selling over $1 million worth of family gold to fund an uncontrollable gambling addiction.

Sensation

Celebrities pay dearly for their gambling addiction

16 Aug 2025

In the world of celebrities, there is a shadow that is rarely mentioned: that of gambling addiction. Some iconic figures have left glamour behind, caught up in the stakes.

Sensation

69 integrity alerts in Q2 2025: the betting market is cracking

Sarah C.

15 Aug 2025

Behind the scenes of the sports betting industry, a growing number of integrity alerts are attracting attention. According to a recent report by the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA), the second quarter of 2025 marks a notable increase in suspected manipulation in European betting markets.

Sensation

NAGRA wants to join forces with European regulators

Glen L.

15 Aug 2025

When Jeremy Locke, newly appointed president of the North American Gaming Regulators Association (NAGRA), spoke of the need for closer ties with European regulators, it was more than just a call to action: it was an invitation to rethink the boundaries of gaming regulation.

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Is Stake legit in Belgium?