Biscarrosse Casino: the transformation is underway
On the seafront of Biscarrosse-Plage, an iconic local entertainment venue is undergoing a profound transformation. Recently taken over by two…
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Kalshi opens its data to the academic world
Kalshi has decided to take a major step forward: transforming what was considered a simple betting or speculation tool into…
‘We’d rather pay taxes than fines’ – Bet365 moves into regulated markets
A shock of sorts for the Stoke-on-Trent-based gambling giant. Bet365 reported a loss of £43.3 million for the 2024-2025 financial…
Easygo exceeds $5bn in net assets
In an economic environment marked by uncertainty, Easygo has surprised by the scale of its performance: a net profit of…
Playtech undervalued: hidden value ignored
Playtech undervalued: hidden value ignored At a time when the world of online gambling technology is being rocked by high-profile…
Stake and the new money laundering blind spot
The new internal cryptocurrency exchange function introduced by gaming platform Stake, presented as a simple convenience tool for users, is…
The BofA sounds the alarm on prediction markets
The rapid rise of prediction markets, online platforms that allow users to bet on the outcome of real-world events such…
Marktscan 2025: turmoil for gaming halls
In 2024, land-based casinos and gaming halls in the Netherlands had a difficult year. According to Marktscan 2025 from the…
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,…
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…