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Over 100 million EGBA alerts for responsible gaming

Julien D.

The year 2024 marks a turning point for the European online gaming industry. In its latest sustainability report, the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) reveals unprecedented figures: more than […]

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Data at risk: RechtOpWet hacked

On the morning of 2 August 2025, CasinoZorgplicht.nl revealed a cyberattack against RechtOpWet.nl, a website promising Dutch gamblers that they could recover their gambling losses incurred before legalisation in October 2021. Instead of the expected content, only pages in English promoting illegal casinos appeared. This incident highlights a possible serious technical maintenance deficit and constitutes a first public warning about this provider.

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74% of online gambling in the US is illegal: the shocking truth

Glen L.

In the United States in 2024, the boom in online gambling is not benefiting licensed platforms. According to the latest study by the Campaign for Fairer Gambling (CFG) and Yield Sec, 74% of online gambling revenue comes from illegal operators, representing $67.1 billion out of a total of $90.1 billion. But why such an imbalance?

Economy

What time are the EuroMillions results announced?

Every Tuesday and Friday evening, millions of people across Europe eagerly await the momentous occasion: the Euromillions draw. In Paris, under the supervision of a bailiff, five main balls and two Lucky Stars are drawn from a machine at the Française des Jeux headquarters.

Games

Increase in gambling tax: Providers experience consequences

Nathalie Maes

The increase in the tax rate in the Netherlands is resulting in a decrease in revenue from gambling tax. This was confirmed by the Kansspelautoriteit.

Economy

Cash Centers at the heart of an explosive case

When the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), the Dutch gambling regulator, refused to renew Sabofra’s licence, a little-known aspect of Cash Centers was revealed. A request for the publication of documents under the WOO (Wet open overheid) law brought to light some disturbing facts: between 2018 and 2023, Sabofra allegedly facilitated illegal betting via three terminals called Cash Centers. The case also shows an alleged link to money laundering.

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All-time record in Macau: 19% growth in July

Maxime R.

In July 2025, Macau recorded a historic figure in the gaming industry. Gross gaming revenue (GGR) reached MOP 22.13 billion (approximately £1.8 billion), marking the best monthly performance since January 2020, just before the emergence of the pandemic. This growth represents a 19% increase compared to July 2024 and an increase of approximately 5% compared to June 2025, which had already recorded 21.06 billion MOP.

Economy

Which casino allows deposits of €5?

Most legal Belgian casinos allow minimum deposits of €10. Some accept deposits from €5 under certain conditions.

Games

Superbet: two strategies, one success

Glen L.

Far from adopting a uniform strategy, Superbet adapts its growth levers according to region. While Central and Eastern Europe relies on maturity, cultural roots and innovation, emerging markets such as Brazil impose different rules of the game. In his interview with SBC News, Adam Lamentowicz explains these choices.

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They choose to exclude themselves from gambling with the EPIS list: a growing phenomenon

In Belgium, an unprecedented phenomenon is taking hold: never before have so many players chosen to voluntarily withdraw from gambling via the EPIS system. Thanks to easier digitalisation via the Itsme app, requests for exclusion are skyrocketing, to the point of tipping the figures recorded by the Gaming Commission.

Gaming Commission

Flutter now controls 100% of FanDuel

Maxime R.

In early July, Flutter Entertainment reached a decisive agreement with Boyd Gaming to acquire the remaining 5% of FanDuel. The amount is approximately $1.755 billion, bringing FanDuel’s valuation to approximately $31 billion. This transaction marks the culmination of a long process that began in 2018 when Flutter acquired a majority stake in the platform.

Economy

What are your odds of winning the Lotto?

When we talk about the Lotto in Belgium, we often think of millions of euros or the dream of owning our dream home. However, behind the dream lie measurable and very precise odds of winning.

Games

Superbet at the forefront of M&A and the fight against illegal operators

In an interview with SBC News, Adam Lamentowicz discusses Superbet’s role in the fight against illegal operators.

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Drugs for chips: a young man’s crazy deal

3 Aug 2025

In Biganos, France, a 26-year-old man with no history of drug trafficking was convicted for selling several kilos of drugs… to finance his fierce gambling addiction.

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Truth or legend? Top 5 myths about casinos