Online gambling: isolation or a way to connect?

11 Jun 2026

For many, mobile phones divide us more than they connect us: texting instead of calling, video calling instead of meeting up, and sending emojis instead of expressing our feelings seem to be substitutes for real, meaningful connections. But what role do online casinos play in all this?

Legislation

Betting is not without risk: The GC wants to protect players

Julien D.

10 Jun 2026

With the 2026 Football World Cup approaching, the GC reminds the public that sports betting, which is growing rapidly in Belgium, is not without risk. In a press release dated 10 June 2026, the regulatory authority urges players to exercise caution, insists on the exclusive use of legal sites and highlights the self-exclusion tools available.

Gaming Commission

Liège sans Pub takes aim at Bwin adverts

Alex D.

10 Jun 2026

A Bwin advertising campaign is the subject of a complaint lodged by the group Liège sans Pub with the Gaming Commission. The group is calling for the removal of the posters, particularly those displayed near schools.

Sensation

5 casino games not to be missed in June 2026 in Belgium

Catherine

10 Jun 2026

Fancy trying out a few casino games you haven’t played yet? Here is our selection of 5 casino games not to be missed this June 2026.

Games

AI tackles gambling adverts in the UK

Glen L.

9 Jun 2026

In a few days’ time, the Committee of Advertising Practice will roll out its automated monitoring system to combat, amongst other things, adverts for illegal gambling.

Sensation

2026 World Cup: match-fixing alert

Sarah C.

9 Jun 2026

As the 2026 World Cup approaches, sports fraud experts are concerned about an increased risk of match-fixing. The rapid growth of sports betting, the proliferation of betting markets and the expansion of the tournament to 48 teams are creating, according to Belgian expert Guy Reinenbergh, a particularly vulnerable environment.

Sensation

Golden Palace sets its sights on the Brussels casino

Alex D.

8 Jun 2026

Golden Palace is bidding to take over the Brussels casino licence. The group says it wants to create, in the heart of the pedestrianised area, a space combining entertainment, culture, fine dining, events and tourism.

Sensation

Everything you need to know about random number generators (RNG) in online casinos

Ron Emmerink

8 Jun 2026

Online casinos have become one of the most popular forms of online entertainment in recent years. This industry combines the latest technological advances with secure methods for conducting online transactions. But how do online casino games actually work? Can we be sure that the systems are truly fair?

Games

2026 World Cup: a guide to sports betting in Belgium

Sarah C.

7 Jun 2026

The 2026 World Cup is fast approaching and is already capturing the attention of Belgian fans. For some, the event will also be an opportunity to discover sports betting. Here’s how to bet legally in Belgium.

Sensation

The social casino and the sweepstakes casino revolution are transforming online gaming

Ron Emmerink

7 Jun 2026

Social casinos and sweepstakes casinos are gradually establishing themselves as the latest trend on mobile. We explain everything to help you see things more clearly.

Legislation

Google employee caught out by his Polymarket bets

Alex D.

6 Jun 2026

A Google software engineer, Michele Spagnuolo, is the subject of a criminal complaint in the United States. The authorities accuse him of exploiting internal, non-public company information to place winning bets on Polymarket.

Sensation

The ultimate guide to dice games in online casinos

Alex D.

6 Jun 2026

Online dice games are a unique form of casino gaming that holds a prominent place in Belgian online casinos. Find out everything about these iconic games in our guide.

Dice Games

Risk Zone: the ANJ’s prevention campaign

Caroline B.

5 Jun 2026

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaching, the ANJ is launching a prevention campaign to highlight the risks of sports betting addiction. Dubbed “Risk Zone”, it transforms the yellow legal notice banner into a warning sign to remind people that excessive betting can turn the enjoyment of sport into a dangerous spiral.

Sensation

Safer gambling expert on the harsh reality within iGaming: “Empathy is still too often lacking”

Ron Emmerink

5 Jun 2026

A player sends a message to customer support in the middle of the night. He says he has lost everything. Moments later, photos of pills, a rope, or a knife follow. On the other side of the screen sits a young employee, often without psychological training.

Legislation

EGBA: a standard that could change everything

Sarah C.

4 Jun 2026

On 31 May 2026, the European standard EN 18144 on risk indicators for gambling was published by the national standardisation bodies that are members of the European Committee for Standardisation, supported by the EGBA.

Legislation

Stricter gambling rules in Belgium: but does the current policy actually work?

Ron Emmerink

4 Jun 2026

While Belgium continues to tighten its gambling regulations, the effectiveness of its current policy remains open to debate. Faced with increasingly heavy restrictions, a growing share of Belgian players is now turning toward the illegal market.

Legislation

The Gaming Commission officially changes ministries

Glen L.

3 Jun 2026

Since 1 June, the Gaming Commission has officially become part of the FPS Economy. This change marks a new phase for the authority responsible for regulating the gaming sector in Belgium.

Gaming Commission