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25 Aug 2025

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.

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Study: When responsible gambling advertisements become dangerous

Glen L.

25 Aug 2025

A recent survey by Thinks Insight & Strategy, commissioned by the British charity GambleAware, has shaken up conventional wisdom: responsible gambling advertisements, designed to moderate behaviour, can sometimes be counterproductive. According to the study, 45% of people who viewed one of these messages felt that gambling seemed to be a risk-free, fun distraction, creating a false sense of security.

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A Utrecht resident embezzles €75,000 to feed his addiction

24 Aug 2025

What seemed like a familiar daily routine at a brasserie in Utrecht that employs people with disabilities turned into a financial disaster. The story begins with a 52-year-old man, formerly in charge of the establishment, who was addicted to gambling in search of thrills. Faced with an uncontrollable obsession, he saw the company’s finances as a means of indulging his urges.

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What you didn’t know about Andrew Tate: Former kickboxer, millionaire… and casino boss?

24 Aug 2025

Andrew Tate evokes strong reactions in many people. Some admire him, others criticise him fiercely. He became famous as a world kickboxing champion and later as an internet phenomenon with millions of followers. But behind that tough online persona lies a less discussed side: his ties to the gambling industry.

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Zandvoort F1 Grand Prix: end of gambling ads

Sarah C.

23 Aug 2025

The 2025 edition of the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort marks a major break in the recent history of Formula 1. For the first time, no team will be allowed to display the logo of a gambling operator, whether local or foreign. This is a strong decision imposed by the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), the Dutch gambling regulator, which aims to put an end to the growing visibility of sports betting at popular events.

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Beyond the Bet, a new beginning for Arne Nilis

Sarah C.

7 February 2016 remains a date etched in Arne Nilis’ memory. On that day, the former Belgian footballer decided to turn his back on gambling. For years, gambling had taken over his life, dictating his daily routine and undermining his relationships. Quitting was not only a personal liberation: it became his life’s mission.

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The 5 most popular online casino games this summer on Starcasino.be

This summer is as hot outside as it is in online casinos, and some games are clearly stealing the spotlight. With explosive graphics, thrilling features and huge win potential, here’s the top 5 slot games lighting up screens this season on Starcasino.be.

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Rabocse and Solid Software banned from the Swedish gaming market

On 18 August 2025, Spelinspektionen, the Swedish gaming regulator, took regulatory action and formally banned two foreign providers: Rabocse SRL and Solid Software Solutions SRL. Their offence? Offering their products in Sweden without the required licence – a direct violation of consumer protection laws.

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Pachinko, Japan’s most popular gambling game

In Japan, pachinko is not just a game: it is a cultural, economic and social phenomenon. With its sparkling machines, complex mechanisms and vague legislation, let’s dive into the heart of this unique pastime, which has been a part of the lives of millions of Japanese people for nearly a century.

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BAGO launches Play Safe Insights, the gaming newsletter

Maxime R.

The Belgian gaming landscape is undergoing rapid and complex change. Between new regulations, growing public expectations and the expansion of illegal operators, there is no shortage of challenges for professionals in the sector. To help navigate these changes, the Belgian Association of Gaming Operators (BAGO) recently launched a quarterly newsletter called Play Safe Insights.

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Greece cracks down on fraudulent websites

Greece has launched a major offensive against the black market in gambling, which is accused of depriving the state of billions of euros and threatening public health. Through digital surveillance, crackdowns on clandestine networks and prevention campaigns, Athens intends to turn this fight into a European model.

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New Jersey says no to sweepstake casinos

Maxime R.

When New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed Bill A5447 on Friday, 15 August 2025, he officially put an end to a controversial model: sweepstake casinos. This turning point marks a clear intrusion by the legislature into a legal framework built on ambiguity.

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The Circus Casino Resort in Namur welcomes the comeback of Worlds Apart

Glen L.

When the lights go down on Friday 12 and Saturday 13 September 2025, the Casino Club at the Circus Casino Resort in Namur is set to be reborn to the sounds of the legendary boy band Worlds Apart. After more than a decade away from Belgian stages, Nathan, Cal and Steve will make their big comeback, offering two exclusive evenings that promise to be memorable.

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6 superstitions in the game of craps

Under the bright lights of casinos and to the rhythmic sound of dice clattering, craps is played as much with numbers as with beliefs. Some practices make you smile, others intrigue you, but all tell a story where luck mixes with tradition. Here is a journey into the heart of the most surprising beliefs that animate craps tables.

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WOW Win on Wednesday, your moment of luck at Starcasino

20 Aug 2025

Every Wednesday, between 4pm and 9pm, a ritual comes to life at Starcasino. It’s time for WOW Win on Wednesday: Xtra Payout Gold players (or higher) are invited to spin a mysterious wheel full of promise.

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KVA warns: massive leak of personal data in illegal casinos