The Finnish Parliament has approved a law opening up the gambling market by a large majority. The state monopoly will end in January 2026.
By pointing out legal inconsistencies between private games of chance and certain National Lottery offers, the country’s highest court is now forcing the legislature to review its copy. In this sensitive context, the National Lottery states that it is at the disposal of the competent authorities to contribute to the development of a more coherent, protective and legally sound legal framework.
Gambling problems often start silently. That is precisely why it is important to recognize them early. The new Collaborative Association for Early Detection of Gambling Harm (Samenwerkingsverband Vroegsignalering Schade door Gokken – SVSG) wants to change this.
After six years of legal proceedings and judicial twists and turns, the Boulogne-sur-Mercasino case is finally coming to an end. The Conseil d’Etat, France’s highest administrative court, has ruled that the town has won its case against the Partouche group.
In Berck, an iconic seaside resort on the Opal Coast, the casino is not just a place of entertainment: it has become the focus of a complex legal tug-of-war, combining heritage issues, economic interests and conflicting court rulings.
In Belgium, advertising for games of chance is more than just a marketing issue. In recent months, the rules governing advertising have led the authorities to clash over a central issue: should the National Lottery receive preferential treatment compared with other games of chance?
On 4 December 2025, the Dutch online gambling regulator, the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), brought together the main online betting and casino operators for a round table discussion focused on the proper application of due diligence, their responsibility towards player protection.
In 2025, the Dutch gambling regulator, the Kansspelautoriteit(Ksa), seems to have reached a turning point in its fight against illegal online casinos. After a period of sanctions deemed ‘modest’, the resumption of turnover estimates suggests that much more dissuasive fines are on the horizon.
Denmark is preparing to take an unprecedented step in the regulation of gambling: parliament is currently examining a bill which, if passed, will allow local associations and radio stations to organise bingo games not only in physical venues, but also via walkie-talkies or local radio stations.
After eight years of precarious existence, Parisian gaming clubs may be about to turn the page on experimentation. The Senate has just approved a historic amendment that could transform these entertainment venues into permanent institutions in the Parisian landscape. But the final decision still rests with the National Assembly.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
