Types of sports bets explained: 1X2, over/under, BTTS and double chance

24 Aug 2026

Anyone opening a football match at a bookmaker for the first time will immediately be presented with dozens of possible bets. As well as predicting who will win the match, you can bet on the number of goals, whether both teams will score, and cover several outcomes at once.

Games

Combination bet, system bet and Bet Builder: what’s the difference?

Ron Emmerink

23 Aug 2026

An accumulator, a system bet and a Bet Builder all combine multiple selections, but they don’t work in the same way. In particular, the consequences of a single incorrect selection differ significantly. We’ll explain how each type of bet works and the risks involved, using clear examples.

Games

Caregiver convicted after spending €52,511 on gambling

Alex D.

23 Aug 2026

A man responsible for caring for a vulnerable woman has been convicted by the Arnhem-Leeuwarden Court of Appeal after he and his partner used her money beyond the authorised limits. A significant portion of the sums in question was spent in casinos and on online gambling.

Sensation

A fake 113 address redirects to illegal casinos

Sarah C.

22 Aug 2026

A web address that differs by just one digit from that of 113 Zelfmoordpreventie, the Dutch suicide prevention organisation, is being used to promote illegal online casinos.

Sensation

£12 million thrown in the bin

Glen L.

22 Aug 2026

A British woman could be set to win £12 million despite the disappearance of her lottery ticket, which was thrown in the bin after a problem arose whilst checking it. Following an investigation, the lottery operator believes she is likely the genuine winner. However, payment remains on hold until the official claim period has expired.

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Netherlands: Barely 18, and they’re already opening gambling accounts

Julien D.

21 Aug 2026

In the Netherlands, new data released by the Ksa highlights the role gambling plays in the lives of teenagers and young adults, from their first experiences before reaching the age of majority to opening accounts as soon as they turn 18.

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DMCA: how casinos disappear from Google

Alex D.

21 Aug 2026

A key page may still appear as indexed in Google’s monitoring tools even though it has already disappeared from search results. Ivana Flynn, co-founder of DMCABoss and an SEO specialist, describes a system where a procedure designed to protect content creators can be misused to remove competitors’ pages.

Sensation

Flutter remains the world’s largest gambling company, but US rivals are growing faster

Ron Emmerink

20 Aug 2026

With revenue of €14.50 billion, Flutter Entertainment is the clear leader in the global gambling industry. The group grew by 17 per cent in 2025 and achieved almost twice as much revenue as the number two, Allwyn.

Economy

What do odds mean in sports betting? Odds explained simply

Ron Emmerink

20 Aug 2026

Odds determine how much a sports bet can pay out. They also indicate the probability a bookmaker assigns to a particular outcome. Understanding how odds work allows you to compare bets more effectively and avoid surprises when it comes to payouts.

Games

Polymarket is testing a much-anticipated new feature

Alex D.

19 Aug 2026

Polymarket US is now testing contracts that allow up to ten outcomes to be combined. This trial phase has already generated a trading volume of approximately $7.4 million across 16,173 transactions.

Sensation

CCBR-Cruks: the measure dividing the Netherlands

Glen L.

19 Aug 2026

Should people under guardianship or protective administration be automatically barred from gambling? In the Netherlands, the proposal to link the Central Register of Guardianships and Protective Administrations (CCBR) to the gambling exclusion register, Cruks, is sparking debate.

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CCTV games at Circus

Alex D.

18 Aug 2026

CCTV games, or games of chance based on CCTV footage, allow players to bet on events visible on screen rather than on cards, reels or a roulette wheel. Circus now offers a selection of CCTV games to Belgian players.

Games

Glasgow to receive £3.44 million to tackle gambling-related harm

Glen L.

18 Aug 2026

Glasgow will receive £3.44 million over three years to prevent and reduce harm associated with gambling. This funding, drawn from the UK’s mandatory levy on gambling operators, is intended to support prevention work among young people, training for professionals and targeted initiatives in the most vulnerable neighbourhoods.

Sensation

21 in Belgium: The perfect age to enter the world of casinos

Julien D.

17 Aug 2026

In Belgium, before you can put on your best outfit for a night out at the casino or click on an online game, you must wait until you’ve turned 21. Whilst this rule may seem arbitrary, it is in fact part of a carefully considered approach aimed at protecting young people and regulating the world of gambling. Let’s explore why you must be 21 to gamble in a casino in Belgium.

Legislation

Italy tightens gambling regulations

Julien D.

17 Aug 2026

The Italian Communications Authority is stepping up its monitoring of responsible gambling campaigns, paying particular attention to celebrities, social media tipsters and advertising formats that are too short to convey a genuine prevention message.

Legislation

Loot boxes under pressure in 2026

Sarah C.

16 Aug 2026

Loot boxes are not automatically regarded as gambling, but the focus of European authorities is shifting towards consumer protection, virtual currencies and mechanisms that may encourage repeat spending.

Sensation

BR1 Infinite: $1 to kill, $1 to respawn

Alex D.

16 Aug 2026

The concept behind BR1 Infinite can be summed up in a few figures: pay to join a match, earn money by eliminating opponents, and lose your stake if you die. A post shared on X in early August 2026 brought the game massive exposure in France, even as its business model raises questions about its compatibility with French gambling regulations.

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