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Harm markers: new European standard

3 Oct 2025

The European Union has just approved a groundbreaking standard aimed at detecting risky gambling behaviour. Led by the EGBA and CEN, this initiative marks a major turning point for player protection and the harmonisation of practices across Europe.

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Swedish Gambling Act: end of legal loopholes in 2027?

Maxime

3 Oct 2025

In the midst of a spring 2025 marked by promises of reform, Sweden is preparing to make sweeping changes to its legislation on online gambling. The proposed amendment aims to close the loopholes in the current regime, particularly those that allow unauthorised operators to reach Swedish players.

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Bet365’s advertising blunder – judge confirms sky-high fine

Julien

2 Oct 2025

Bet365 thought it was being clever by sending the same email to everyone. But that included young people aged 18 to 24. And that is really not allowed.

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Clubs ordered to remove casino logos by the Ksa

Glen

1 Oct 2025

In the Netherlands, the world of sport is about to turn a decisive page. The gambling authority, the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), has issued a clear ultimatum: by 6 October 2025, no club, influencer or platform will be allowed to display any sponsor linked to casinos or online betting.

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William Hill sanctioned by the ASA for risky promotion

Julien

26 Sep 2025

In the United Kingdom, a simple promotional voucher was enough to put William Hill in the regulators’ crosshairs. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) ruled that a voucher offering £5 worth of gambling exerted undue pressure on players by imposing too short a time limit to take advantage of it.

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CasinoZorgplicht loses battle against 711 advertisements

Glen

26 Sep 2025

The Advertising Code Committee in the Netherlands has rejected CasinoZorgplicht’s complaint against gambling advertisements from online casino 711. According to the commission, the expressions were meant to be humorous and absurdist, and therefore did not violate the rules.

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Web3: the ANJ launches its anti-money laundering offensive

Caroline

25 Sep 2025

The challenges associated with money laundering are now entering new territory: Web3 and digital gaming. After tightening controls on traditional gaming establishments, the French authorities are now turning their attention to games involving monetisable digital items (JONUM). The National Gaming Authority (ANJ), the Treasury Department and Tracfin have launched a joint initiative to prepare this emerging sector for the application of anti-money laundering measures.

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Gaming in Germany conference in Berlin: regulation or digital chaos?

Julien

24 Sep 2025

On 11 November 2025, Berlin will become the rallying point for major players in iGaming: regulators, lawyers, operators and experts will gather at the Gaming in Germany Conference to discuss the regulatory framework for online gambling in Germany and the challenges posed by the black market.

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Regulation of online gambling in the Netherlands: between ambition and reality

Glen

24 Sep 2025

While the Netherlands wanted to build a safe and transparent online gambling market, the reality is quite different. Successive restrictions, the departure of operators and the growing threat of the illegal market: regulation, which is supposed to protect players, could well weaken the entire ecosystem.

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The EGBA calls for unity on due diligence on 25 September

Sarah

23 Sep 2025

Online gambling is experiencing rapid growth in Europe, but with it comes an increased risk of problematic behaviour. For the first time, the European Union is preparing to vote on a common standard to better detect and prevent addiction-related abuses. Behind this initiative led by the EGBA lies the future of responsible gambling.

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New Ksa guidelines for gaming halls

Glen

22 Sep 2025

The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), the Dutch gaming regulator, has unveiled new guidelines for physical gaming halls and casinos. It offers concrete tools to help operators apply the legislation already in force.

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Huge fine for Lottomart: shocking failures exposed

Julien

21 Sep 2025

Lottomart is in serious trouble. The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has fined its parent company, Maple International Ventures, a staggering £360,000 (€414,000).

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AFJEL sets the record straight

Alex

18 Sep 2025

In the face of recent criticism of online sports betting, the Association Française des Jeux en Ligne (AFJEL) is fighting back. It denounces a series of preconceived ideas that fuel the stigmatisation of legal operators, while overshadowing the real danger: the massive growth of the illegal market.

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Michel Groothuizen: “big gap” between theory and reality

Glen

16 Sep 2025

At the SBC Leaders Summit in Lisbon, the chairman of the Kansspelautoriteit, Michel Groothuizen, sounded the alarm: while it is essential to regulate, over-regulation could seriously undermine the functioning of the market. In his view, there is a wide gap between theory and reality on the ground.

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The KVA redesigns its website: check out your affiliates

Glen

16 Sep 2025

Since 15 September 2025, the Keurmerk Verantwoorde Affiliates (KVA) has been presenting a completely revamped version of its website. The redesign is more than just cosmetic: it aims to provide consumers with greater transparency about the criteria that affiliate sites must meet to be certified by the KVA.

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888.nl: an intriguing online comeback in the Netherlands

Caroline

16 Sep 2025

The return of 888.nl to the Dutch online gambling market, announced for September 2025, is causing controversy. Behind this expected reappearance lies a surprising reality: the licence has not been awarded to Evoke, the parent company of the famous operator, but to ComeOn Group.

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Italy: revolution in online gambling!

Glen

15 Sep 2025

For nearly two decades, Italy has had a sluggish gambling market, torn between rigid regulatory restrictions, fragmentation among operators and delays in adapting to digital realities. However, at the end of 2025, a major regulatory shift could well transform the landscape.

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