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Frohn shocks by defending unauthorized gambling. What did he say?

24 Jun 2025

The recent statements by Martin Frohn, a senior official at the European Commission, have sparked outrage in the gambling world. By defending gambling operators without a German license but based in other EU countries, he has ignited an explosive debate over the legality of cross-border offers and the neutrality of EU institutions.

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The incredible history of blackjack

Alex

21 Jun 2025

Blackjack can be found in every casino in the world, from Las Vegas to Monte Carlo and online gaming platforms. Blackjack, this seemingly simple but strategically formidable card game, has fascinated players and statisticians alike for centuries.

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Kansspelautoriteit boss Michel Groothuizen now also a GREF board member

Ron

29 May 2025

At the annual meeting of the Gambling Regulators European Forum (GREF) in Athens, good news has come for Michel Groothuizen. The chairman of the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) has been unanimously appointed as a GREF board member for the period 2025-2027.

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Gambling regulators Ireland and Belgium join hands – ‘strong together’

Ron

28 May 2025

During the annual conference of the Gambling Regulators European Forum (GREF) in Athens, Anne Marie Caulfield and Magali Clavie signed an important agreement. Anne Marie Caulfield is the CEO of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland. Magali Clavie is the chairman of the Gaming Commission.

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Digital compliance in the EU: what’s at stake for gambling?

Maxime

27 May 2025

The European Union (EU) is redefining the rules of the game for online gambling operators. Between digital accessibility, algorithmic responsibility and transparency of digital services, the new European directives impose an in-depth overhaul of the industry’s digital practices.

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EuroLeague 2025: Olympiacos in search of glory, Panathinaikos defends its title

Sarah

16 May 2025

The Final Four of the EuroLeague 2025 promises to be a thrilling affair with four renowned teams: Olympiacos, Panathinaikos, Fenerbahce and Monaco. Each of them has their sights set on the prestigious European trophy, but according to the current odds, Olympiacos looks to be one step ahead.

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EGBA adopts AI from Letzz

Caroline

30 Apr 2025

In an industry where regulation is evolving at a breakneck pace, compliance has become a major challenge for online gaming operators. It is in this context that the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) announces a strategic partnership with Letzz, an innovative platform dedicated to regulatory compliance.

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Is the black market in gambling winning the game?

Caroline

24 Apr 2025

The online gambling black market is thriving in Europe despite the efforts of regulators, taking advantage of legislative delays, fragmented regulation and players’ attraction to more permissive platforms.

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Illegal gambling: EU takes action with ProtectEU strategy

Maxime

8 Apr 2025

The ECA fully supports the European Union’s ProtectEU strategy, which aims to strengthen security against threats such as illegal gambling. This initiative includes an expanded role for Europol, better regulation of online content through the Digital Services Act, and the creation of an anti-money laundering authority. The ECA welcomes these measures, underlining the urgent need for action in the face of the scale of the illegal market and its links with organised crime.

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Agreement on gambling regulation between Ireland and the United Kingdom

Alex

8 Apr 2025

The Irish and UK gambling regulators have signed a landmark agreement to harmonise their efforts in regulating the sector, with the main aims of aligning regulations, protecting consumers and combating cross-border illegal activity.

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Online gambling soon to account for 40% of the European market!

Maxime

28 Mar 2025

In 2024, the European gambling market reached a record 123.4 billion euros, driven by the growth of online gambling, which now accounts for 39% of the total.

Economy

CJEU highlights importance of EU notification procedure in gambling regulation

Nathalie

24 Mar 2025

The CJEU (Court of Justice of the European Union) stands for the highest authority within the European Union regarding the EU law has the task to make sure that it’s been respected and interpreted correctly and uniformly across all the member states.

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Social networks: the EGBA wants to restrict gambling ads

Caroline

27 Feb 2025

On 25 February 2025, the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) issued an urgent call for tighter age restrictions on gambling-related advertising on social networks.

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The Council of Europe takes action against youth addiction

Alex

5 Feb 2025

The Council of Europe is launching an initiative to counter the growing risks of gambling and gambling elements in video games among young people.

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Poland calls on EU to unite against black gambling market

Caroline

11 Jan 2025

Poland, currently president of the Council of the European Union, has an ambitious plan: to unite the European Union in the fight against illegal gambling with a coherent strategy.

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