The lost bet on gambling taxation in the Netherlands
The increase in gambling tax in the Netherlands was intended to boost government revenue. However, as the tax rate rises,…
Economy
Gaming1 becomes sole owner of Circus.nl
The Belgian group Gaming1, already a major player in digital entertainment in Europe, now becomes 100% owner of Betca NV,…
The end of local bookmakers in England: one tax too many?
The UK government is considering imposing a massive tax increase on online betting, with potential rates of up to 50%…
Holland Casino considering major reorganization in 2026
Holland Casino may be facing a major reorganization in 2026. The reason is the upcoming increase in the gambling tax…
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,…
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…
AFJEL-IN France 2025 report: The online gambling economy
Long perceived as mere digital entertainment, online gambling is now emerging as a key player in the French economy. The…
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…
Is it game over for Ladbrokes’ Belgian branches?
It's a bombshell in the world of gambling. Ladbrokes Belgium, a long-standing player in sports betting, plans to cut nearly…
Betting shops disappearing: gambling companies sound the alarm
Paddy Power is closing 57 betting shops in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Rising costs and changing customer behaviour mean…
The Ksa partially refunds casinos’ COVID taxes
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many casinos in the Netherlands were closed for health reasons. However, several operators were taxed by…
Legal online gambling market falls by 14% in the Netherlands
In the first half of 2025, the legal online gambling market in the Netherlands suffered a clear contraction, according to…
Ladbrokes: 47% of jobs at risk
The giant Ladbrokes, an emblematic figure in the sector for decades, could close all its physical branches in Belgium, marking…
Gambling tax collapses: millions in losses for the government!
Imagine: you raise a tax, expecting to bring in millions extra, and then... the whole plan falls apart. That is…
“Fabulous 5-Day Sale: Vegas reinvents itself
Las Vegas caused a sensation with its Fabulous 5-Day Sale, an exceptional sales period that transformed the city into a…
Golden Week: Macau expects 1.2 million visitors
The autumn Golden Week in Macau is dawning with a sense of optimism: tourism authorities are anticipating a significant increase…
Open banking to regulate online gambling
In the Netherlands, a groundbreaking project could radically change the way online gamblers deposit money. The government plans to introduce…