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Kansspelautoriteit: Providers must monitor player’s gaming frequency

23 Jul 2025

Not only losses, but also the frequency of players’ play requires supervision by providers, according to the Kansspelautoriteit. They announced this in their newsletter, which urges more scrutiny than just the amount a player loses.

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RTBF alert: fake itsme messages in circulation

Alex

23 Jul 2025

In Belgium, the itsme app has become the digital passport for more than 7 million users. Whether you use it to access your bank, manage your administrative documents or connect to an approved online casino, its promise is simple: easy identification, reliable authentication.

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Fixed Match: Arsenal Tivat heavily sanctioned

Sarah

22 Jul 2025

UEFA has handed a ten-year ban to Arsenal Tivat, a Montenegrin club accused of match-fixing. This scandal, dating back to the summer of 2023, undermines the very foundations of integrity in European football.

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Are Gacha games legal in Belgium?

Caroline

22 Jul 2025

Since April 2018 the GC has officially classified Loot boxes and Gacha as games of chance, bringing them within the strict scope of gambling legislation. However, some Gacha games are still available in Belgium.

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Reforming gambling, focusing on health: Labour on the offensive

Glen

21 Jul 2025

Since July 2025, a growing group of Labour MPs outside government have been raising their voices in opposition to the party leadership. These elected representatives, both new and old, are calling for the 2005 Gambling Act to be abolished, as it has been described as outdated in the face of current digital practices.

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Deposit limits in Germany: what you need to know

Sarah

21 Jul 2025

Since the 2021 Interstate Gambling Treaty (GlüStV) came into force, German online casino players have had to comply with a strict rule: a monthly deposit limit of €1,000, applicable nationwide to all operators. The government’s aim behind this measure is to combat gambling addiction and provide a firmer framework for the fast-growing digital gambling industry.

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What is the largest casino in the world?

Caroline

21 Jul 2025

When it comes to gaming and entertainment venues, one casino stands out for its colossal surface area: The Venitian Macao in China. Find out in this article what the world’s largest casino really is and what makes it so special.

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Psychologists want to better protect vulnerable groups from the risks of online gambling

Julien

20 Jul 2025

The Nederlands Instituut van Psychologen (NIP) has launched a solemn appeal for better protection for vulnerable groups from the risks associated with online gambling. The organisation, which represents Dutch psychologists, believes that current policies are failing to effectively prevent gambling addiction, leaving the most susceptible gamblers exposed to aggressive commercial strategies.

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This is how illegal gambling sites mislead Belgian players with false promises

Ron

20 Jul 2025

Strict gambling rules do not stop Belgian players from gambling illegally. In Belgium, gambling rules are strict. Advertising for gambling is heavily restricted and there are high fines for illegal gambling practices.

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ASA sanctions Play’n GO: ads for their slot machines deemed too childish

Sarah

19 Jul 2025

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has targeted three banner ads from games publisher Play’n GO Malta Ltd. Distributed via the Adroll platform, the ads featured a superhero bunny, a DJ robot and anime-style princesses. The ASA considers that these visuals, despite their ‘18+’ labels and responsible gaming messages, were likely to attract under-18s.

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Flutter acquires the last 5% of FanDuel

Maxime

19 Jul 2025

Since 2018, Flutter Entertainment had bet big on FanDuel when sports betting was liberalised in the United States. In July 2025, a new chapter opened: Flutter has just announced the acquisition of the remaining 5% of FanDuel, held by Boyd Gaming, for $1.755 billion. This major operation raises Flutter’s ownership to 100%, consolidating its grip on the American online betting behemoth.

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Kansspelautoriteit warns ZEbet and Starcasino regarding wagering obligations

Nathalie

19 Jul 2025

ZEbet and Starcasino have both been cited by the Kansspelautoriteit for allegedly requiring players to wager deposited money before withdrawing it.

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WSOP 2025: Belgium’s Kenny Hallaert finishes in 4th place

Alex

18 Jul 2025

Las Vegas, 16 July 2025. After eleven days of breathless suspense, the World Series of Poker Main Event is drawing to a close. Belgian Kenny Hallaert, one of the great stories of this XXL tournament, finished in fourth place.

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PokerStars aims to return to the Dutch market

Nathalie

18 Jul 2025

PokerStars.com is working hard to re-enter the Dutch market. They want to allow players from the Netherlands back in through an alternative path. However, because they do not hold the necessary license, they are currently exploring the possibility of partnering with another legal entity.

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EGBA welcomes Yaspa, a fast-growing fintech

Maxime

18 Jul 2025

Yaspa, a fintech specialising in open payments, has joined the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) as a new associate member. This strategic alliance reinforces the shared ambitions of the two entities: to make secure and fluid payments a pillar of trust in a constantly evolving digital environment.

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The Ksa is cracking down on gambling advertisements in commercial newspapers

Glen

18 Jul 2025

The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) has taken a decisive step: not only is it now identifying advertisements for illegal gambling in newspapers and magazines, but it is also imposing stiff penalties, including financial penalties. Until now, its intervention had been limited mainly to raising awareness and providing advice.

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When the National Lottery invades Belgian festivals

Julien

17 Jul 2025

For two decades, the National Lottery has been rolling out its famous ‘Cut, Scratch, Win’ campaign at some of Belgium’s biggest festivals. Officially fun, eco-responsible and festive, this operation masks a disturbing reality: a massive promotional campaign for a gambling product, in a context where other operators are simply not allowed to exist.

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