One of the Kansspelautoriteit’s (Ksa) goals for 2025 is to sustainably combat and eradicate illegal casinos.
Texas Hold’em is without doubt the most popular poker variant in the world. Whether in casinos, at international tournaments or on online poker platforms, this game has won over millions of players thanks to its perfect balance between strategy and chance.
Las Vegas, the city where anything is possible, has just been the scene of an unprecedented feat: a Dutch couple, Dominique van der Geer and Armijn Meijer, have set a new Guinness World Record by visiting 110 casinos in just 24 hours.
n Belgium, online and physical casinos must comply with strict regulations. They are not allowed to offer cryptocurrency transactions as they are required to stick to real money.
The Belgian National Lottery has just announced major changes to the Lotto from 1 May 2025. The aim? Modernising the player experience and meeting the housing aspirations of Belgians.
For more than 20 years, the Excluded Persons Information System (EPIS) has been an essential pillar of Belgian gambling policy. It was designed as a tool to support gamblers faced with the risks of gambling addiction.
Three mathematics students from the University of Salento in Lecce, Italy, recently made headlines by using artificial intelligence to win substantial lottery prizes.
Eric Konings has taken a new step in his career. From 1 March, he has left NOGA and is now working at VNLOK. He will continue to do what he does best: influence the gambling industry as a senior policy advisor.
In October 2020, Corrine Durber, a gardener from Gloucestershire, experienced a moment that should have been synonymous with immense joy. Playing the online game Wild Hatter on Paddy Power’s platform, her screen displayed a colossal win of £1,097,132.71, the Monster Jackpot.
Ireland has just taken a decisive step in the regulation of its gambling market. With the entry into force of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI), a supervisory body with expanded powers, the country is stepping up its fight against the risks associated with betting and gambling.
On 28 February 2025, the seven Parisian gaming clubs were authorised to reopen. This put an end to two months of forced closure. The reopening was made possible by a decree issued by the Ministry of the Interior and validated by the Council of State.
In the Netherlands, the debate over the legal age for gambling is gaining momentum. Currently set at 21, this minimum age is being questioned by a number of experts and organisations, who believe that it does not adequately protect young adults from the risks of addiction.
