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Gambling losses refunded: uncertainty reigns ahead of final decision

5 Dec 2025

A wave of uncertainty is sweeping through the world of online gambling in the Netherlands. Players who gambled — and lost — before online gambling was legalised are seeking to recover their losses. But the outcome of these claims now depends on arbitration at the highest level of the Dutch justice system.

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New York: Three casinos soon to be authorised!

Sarah

3 Dec 2025

New York is preparing to take a historic step forward in the gambling sector. Three ambitious casino projects are in the running to obtain an official licence, a decision that could transform the state’s economic and urban landscape in the coming years.

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NSW stops night-time poker machines

Glen

3 Dec 2025

A major turning point has just been reached in the fight against the evils of gambling in the Australian state of New South Wales (NSW). The government has decided to abolish the exemptions previously granted to pubs and clubs allowing them to operate slot machines throughout the night. From spring 2026, more than 670 establishments will be required to close their gaming rooms between 4am and 10am.

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Fewer inspections, more risks — UKGC warning

Glen

1 Dec 2025

While gambling remains firmly rooted in the daily lives of Britons, a worrying decline in local inspections is undermining the regulation of the land-based sector. Despite the scale of the industry and the risks it entails, many local authorities are neglecting their supervisory obligations.

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Leaked plan for 40% tax on casinos: who will survive?

Glen

28 Nov 2025

The British online gambling industry is experiencing unprecedented turbulence. The leak of a budget document revealing a possible 40% tax on remote gaming sent shockwaves through the industry, shaking markets and causing concern among operators and investors alike.

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Google bans advertising for physical casinos in 35 countries

Glen

26 Nov 2025

Google has taken a new step in its regulation of gambling advertising. On 19 November 2025, the technology giant announced an update to its advertising policy: the promotion of offline gambling (physical casinos, gaming rooms, in-person poker tournaments, etc.) is now banned in 35 countries.

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Limited access to player data hinders research

Glen

24 Nov 2025

Since online gambling was legalized in the Netherlands, the need to analyze player behavior in detail has never been more pressing. However, according to a study commissioned by the WODC (Netherlands Organization for Legal Research), access to individual data remains extremely limited. This obstacle not only hinders research into addiction prevention, but also complicates the evaluation of public policy.

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Japan cracks down on illegal online gambling – increases penalties

Julien

23 Nov 2025

The Japanese cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, has approved a comprehensive plan to stop the growth of illegal online gambling. Nearly 3.4 million Japanese are believed to use foreign gambling sites. More than half of them gamble regularly and together they spend the equivalent of 7.75 billion dollars annually.

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Casinos de France predicts billions in losses and social damage

Glen

21 Nov 2025

The French trade association Casinos de France is sounding the alarm. According to them, the legalisation of online casinos would lead to an annual loss of 546 million euros. They point to damage to local economies, reduced employment and additional costs for public health.

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D66 calls for a halt to the increase in gambling tax

Glen

20 Nov 2025

As Parliament prepares to examine in detail the next tax bill, expected in 2026, one measure is already provoking heated debate: the planned sharp rise in gambling tax. The centrist D66 party is calling for an immediate freeze, arguing that the increase could be counterproductive, costly and dangerous for gamblers.

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Italy reinvents its online gaming

Julien

20 Nov 2025

Italy is entering a major turning point in its online gaming sector: this 13 November 2025 marks the launch of a radically overhauled new licensing regime designed to strengthen regulation, player protection and the traceability of operations. For both operators and the authorities, it’s a clean slate for the market.

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How Malta undermines Belgium’s gambling rules

Julien

16 Nov 2025

Bitcasino.io is among the casinos considered illegal in Belgium, despite this, Belgian players can still access this casino and play without any problems.

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Germany wants to take stricter action against online slots

Glen

14 Nov 2025

Germany is seriously considering tightening the rules regarding online slots. There is growing criticism of the current policy. Politicians feel it does not do enough to protect people from addiction.

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888.nl under fire for poor customer service

Glen

13 Nov 2025

The 888 online casino is now under fire from the Dutch authorities. The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) has opened proceedings against the company after finding that its customer service was not sufficiently accessible.

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Google blocks casino sweepstakes worldwide

Glen

10 Nov 2025

Google has quietly introduced a major change to its advertising policy. From now on, casino sweepstakes will no longer be considered as simple ‘social casino games’, but as genuine gambling products. The change seems minimal in the text, but its impact is considerable.

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Sweden bans CGG: illegal gambling site permanently blocked

Julien

10 Nov 2025

The Swedish Gambling Authority, Spelinspektionen, has permanently banned CGG Entertainment Ltd from operating in the Swedish market. The company, registered in Cyprus, ran the cases.gg platform, where users could play gambling games without holding a valid Swedish license.

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Iceland risks losing control of its gambling crisis

Glen

9 Nov 2025

The Icelandic government is under pressure to finally implement stricter gambling legislation. The current rules date back to 2005 and are no match for online gambling platforms, international advertising, and foreign financial flows.

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