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Brussels warns about the illegal gambling market

28 Feb 2026

On 24 February in Brussels, the European Economic Dialogues, organised by CommStrat in partnership with MEDEF, brought together politicians, industrialists and experts to discuss a question that has become strategic: the future of the online gambling sector in Europe.

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Europe wants to cut off illegal operators

Alex D.

20 Feb 2026

The European online gambling market is experiencing an explosion in illegal supply. Public authorities are now looking for a new strategy: no longer going after sites one by one, but attacking the ecosystem that enables them to exist.

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‘Over 6,000 lawsuits’ – Tipico welcomed in Brussels, beleaguered in Germany

Ron Emmerink

29 Jan 2026

The contrast could hardly be greater. While Tipico proudly announced that it has joined the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA), in Germany the lawsuits are piling up. More than six thousand players are claiming money back, and criticism of the gambling company is growing.

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A Mindway AI webinar to reinvent responsible gambling

Julien D.

29 Jan 2026

For the third year running, Mindway AI is getting ready to bring the gaming industry together for what has become a strategic event: its annual webinar devoted to responsible gaming forecasts.

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Foreign casinos: Court of Justice rules in favour of players

Maxime R.

16 Jan 2026

On 15 January 2026 in Luxembourg, the Court of Justice of the European Union handed down a major ruling on online gambling: when a player participates in online games of chance offered without a licence in their country, which law applies and before which courts can they take action? The answer given by the European judges significantly strengthens the position of players against foreign operators and their managers.

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2026: the year of more coherent regulation for European gaming

Maxime R.

13 Jan 2026

As European countries tighten up their national frameworks, a common dynamic is emerging: shared technical standards, similar control tools, increasing use of artificial intelligence and closer cooperation between regulators.

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Player safety: 6 EGBA webinars available on YouTube

Caroline B.

10 Dec 2025

European Safer Gambling Week has once again placed player protection at the heart of public debate. The EGBA brought together experts, analysts, regulators and industry representatives for six highly popular webinars. A total of 2,000 registrations and 1,200 participants from across Europe – and beyond – confirmed the growing interest in a responsible and sustainable approach to online gambling.

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GGCS: Why European countries are so unequal

Sarah C.

8 Dec 2025

This month marks the official publication of the very first version of the Global Gambling Control Scorecard (GGCS). Designed to compare the regulatory frameworks surrounding gambling in 34 European countries, this tool aims to prioritise the prevention of gambling-related harm.

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Historic case: YouTube on trial for gambling adverts

Alex D.

2 Dec 2025

For the past few days, a major legal case has been shaking up the world of video platforms: YouTube is at the centre of a ruling that will determine the future of gambling adverts in Europe. At issue are videos promoting online gambling, which are prohibited under the national laws of one member state but broadcast on an international platform.

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PANG 2025: 5 countries, 150,000 gamblers scrutinised

Glen L.

29 Nov 2025

More than 150,000 people in the Nordic countries have been invited to take part in a major joint survey on gambling – a major first. Launched at the end of November 2025, the Pan-Nordic Gambling Study (PANG) aims to provide a harmonised picture of gambling habits and gambling-related risks across the region for the first time.

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Illegal gambling threatens European stability

Alex D.

27 Nov 2025

The illegal online gambling market is now one of the most worrying crises in Europe. Fuelled by the rapid growth of unregulated offshore platforms, this phenomenon goes far beyond the economic sphere, affecting consumer protection, the regulatory capacity of states and even the integrity of sport.

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The world’s greatest casinos: exceptional gaming destinations

Alex D.

26 Nov 2025

The world’s casinos are not just places to try your luck at gambling; they are symbols of unrivalled elegance and entertainment. Immerse yourself in the world of these unique gaming destinations, each offering an extraordinary experience.

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Europe: united front against illegal gambling

Julien D.

25 Nov 2025

When seven European regulatory authorities met in Madrid on November 12, 2025, it was less an institutional formality than an act of collective vigilance. Faced with a booming digital market, where illegal gambling operators exploit technological loopholes and network speeds to circumvent the law, regulators wanted to send a clear message: cooperation is no longer an option, but a vital necessity to protect citizens and the integrity of the sector.

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SiGMA World rewards illegal operator

Julien D.

21 Nov 2025

The European iGaming scene has been in a media storm since SiGMA World awarded a major prize to 22Bet, a sports betting platform unable to operate legally throughout Central Europe.

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Safer Gambling Week 2025: AI changes responsible gaming

Alex D.

19 Nov 2025

From 17 to 23 November 2025, the gambling industry is mobilising for European Safer Gambling Week 2025, an annual campaign to encourage safer gaming practices. Technology, particularly artificial intelligence, is playing a central role in this year’s event.

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EGBA webinar on markers of harm: a revolution in Europe

Maxime R.

17 Nov 2025

As part of European Safer Gambling Week 2025 (ESGW25), the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) is organising a key webinar entitled Markers of Harm: A New European Standard for Player Protection.

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Partnership between the Ksa and the UKGC for enhanced supervision

Julien D.

5 Nov 2025

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.

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