News

Holland Casino may be facing a major reorganization in 2026. The reason is the upcoming increase in the gambling tax to 37.8%. This measure hits the state-owned company hard, especially as it is already under financial pressure.

Economy

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Didier Reynders charged: the lottery money laundering scandal

Alex

Didier Reynders, former Deputy Prime Minister and European Commissioner for Justice, was charged with money laundering on 16 October. At the heart of the case was a money-laundering scheme involving the repeated purchase of lottery tickets and cash deposits over several years.

Politics

AI revolution at Barrière: a new strategy

Alex

Long cautious in the face of technological promises, the Barrière group embarked on a far-reaching transformation around artificial intelligence in 2024. Without overturning its core businesses or breaking with its traditions of excellence in hospitality and entertainment, the company has opted for a measured and considered integration of AI.

Sensation

France: Illegal online gambling outstrips the official market

Illegal online gambling is booming in France. In 2025, more than 5.4 million players were tempted by unauthorised virtual casinos, often without even knowing they were breaking the law.

Economy

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Lotto winner found in extremis

It’s a story that could have gone untold. A simple forgotten ticket almost deprived its owner of a colossal win. However, thanks to meticulous investigative work by the National Lottery, the winner of €3.5 million has finally been found.

Sensation

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Partnership between the Ksa and the UKGC for enhanced supervision

Julien

The online gambling sector knows no borders. Faced with this reality, two major European regulatory authorities have taken a significant step forward: the Ksa, the Dutch authority responsible for regulating gambling, and the UKGC, the equivalent British commission, have signed a cooperation agreement.

Legislation

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Europe: new right to freeze casino assets

In a context where the online gambling industry is evolving at great speed, a major legal upheaval is taking shape: the possibility for European judges to freeze the assets of gambling operators.

Legislation

Golden Palace makes Boulogne a winner

In Boulogne-sur-Mer, the Golden Palace casino posted dazzling results for the 2024 financial year. According to the most recent town council meeting, the casino returned more than €1 million to the town, while the state received a much higher sum.

Economy

BAGO sets out its conditions for a safer market

4 Nov 2025

Belgium’s gambling sector is at a crossroads. The recent 2024 annual report from the Gaming Commission (GC) highlights structural weaknesses, while BAGO, the association of licensed operators, is responding by calling for concerted reform.

Gaming Commission

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The National Lottery is committed to responsible gambling

4 Nov 2025

The National Lottery is launching a new advertising campaign entitled ‘We set limits so that you don’t exceed yours’, focusing on responsible gambling and respect for individual limits.

Sensation

AFJEL-IN France 2025 report: The online gambling economy

Maxime

4 Nov 2025

Long perceived as mere digital entertainment, online gambling is now emerging as a key player in the French economy. The latest AFJEL report, produced in conjunction with IN France, reveals a striking reality: behind the screens, a real fiscal and social engine is powering the territories.

Economy

10,000 Belgians give up gambling via itsme

A symbolic milestone has just been reached in Belgium: more than 10,000 people have chosen to voluntarily exclude themselves from gambling using itsme.

Gaming Commission

Denmark takes decisive action to reduce gambling addiction

Julien

Denmark has approved a package of new measures to combat gambling addiction. The so-called Spilpakke 1 contains several restrictions on gambling advertising, particularly aimed at young people and sport.

Legislation

France and Germany merge to form a gambling powerhouse – who will follow?

Banijay is taking a big step in the online gambling market. The entertainment company is acquiring a 65% majority stake in German bookmaker Tipico. The acquisition means that France now has two providers in the top five in Europe.

Economy

The AFJEL’s annual colloquium will be held on 5 November 2025 in Paris