The 2024 Annual Report of the Gaming Commission (GC), covering the period from 1 January to 31 December 2024 and approved on 23 March 2026, highlights an overall decline in activity.
Blind boxes – those surprise boxes containing a random item – have become a massive hit. But are they a form of chance comparable to gambling? An expert professor sheds light on this phenomenon.
In Belgium, two casino projects, despite holding official licences, remain inexplicably offline: VCasino and Sam Casino.
In Brussels, the licence for the famous Viage gaming and entertainment complex is now the subject of a public tender.
Behind the scenes at online casinos, a battle is raging that players rarely see. It is not about profit or loss, but about control, rules and choices that shape the experience.
Frustration is running high. Since yesterday, Google has been rolling out its March 2026 Spam Update, with one goal: to remove rubbish from search results. But anyone looking at casino keywords sees something different. Illegal tricks remain visible and are actually targeting the most vulnerable players.
In Las Vegas, there is no shortage of stories of spectacular wins, but some defy the odds to the point of becoming almost unreal. Such is the case of an anonymous player who, in a single session, hit two jackpots on the same machine at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas.
In a recent submission to the European Commission, the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has sounded the alarm over the explosion of fraudulent websites and apps imitating legitimate operators.
You open your inbox and there it is again. A garish email full of promises of free spins and massive bonuses. Whilst legal gambling advertising is being cracked down on more and more strictly, this flood seems to be increasing. Frustration is growing and the impact is significant.
You see it almost everywhere: first enter your age, then click to continue. It may seem like a minor detail, but it isn’t. That choice increasingly determines whether you see gambling adverts, whilst young people should actually be protected from them.
“We’re not standing still.” Mr Sloth sounds determined. The technology company already has a strong presence in Belgium, but is looking firmly beyond its borders. With new games, its own platform and clear ambitions, it aims to position itself more strongly in the iGaming market.
A recent study shows that, for many gamers, loot boxes trigger sensations comparable to those experienced when gambling.
In Balaruc-les-Bains, innovative slot machines designed in Belgium are being installed in a highly regulated environment. GAMING1 is determined to redefine the casino experience for players.
The National Gaming Authority has issued a warning about the risks of prediction markets, particularly regarding addiction and the illusion of investment, as Jérôme Labarbe highlighted in a recent statement.
At the casino, the adrenaline rush and the hope of quick wins can easily make you lose sight of your budget. Here’s how to manage your budget more effectively when you’re playing.
A Dutch survey reveals that the majority of gamblers do not realise they are using illegal platforms. Behind professional interfaces and attractive promises, these sites blur the lines and perpetuate lasting confusion.
