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Trimbos: a 2026-2028 strategy against addiction

13 Feb 2026

The Trimbos Institute has just released its new multi-year strategy for the 2026-2028 period, a framework document that aligns its scientific priorities with the public health ambitions of the new Dutch government.

Politics

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“Popular feature under fire”: Ksa intervenes in betting

Ron Emmerink

12 Feb 2026

The popular feature among online bookmakers, “early payout”, is under fire.

Legislation

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DJ website hacked to promote illegal casinos

Alex D.

12 Feb 2026

A Belgian website devoted to news about DJs was recently hacked, leading to the publication of content promoting online casinos that are not authorised in Belgium. The page redirected users to gambling platforms that were not licensed by the Gaming Commission.

Sensation

UK: rising licence fees – the end of the legal market?

Glen L.

12 Feb 2026

The UK is at a turning point for its online gambling industry. A proposed rise in licence fees, coupled with increased taxation and tighter regulation, raises a worrying question: is the UK’s legal gambling market losing its competitiveness?

Economy

Ksa takes action: influencer Rouand YT 2 targeted for illegal gambling ads

Ron Emmerink

11 Feb 2026

A rap on the knuckles for Rouand YT 2, a well-known online influencer.

Sensation

Belgian players can sue illegal casinos

Sarah C.

11 Feb 2026

In Belgium, players who have wagered on unlicensed online casinos can now take their case to court. This legal development marks a turning point in the fight against illegal operators and strengthens consumer protection against unauthorised platforms.

Legislation

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Gambling: when Facebook ads target children

Glen L.

11 Feb 2026

Advertisements for gambling using photos of children have recently been circulating on Facebook.

Sensation

Speeltermeer: Recognising gambling addiction before it’s too late

Alex D.

11 Feb 2026

Problems associated with gambling do not always leave visible traces, until the consequences become impossible to ignore. This observation is at the heart of Speeltermeer, a campaign launched at the beginning of January aimed at professionals in contact with people at risk.

Sensation

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Michel Groothuizen opposes a total ban on advertising

Julien D.

10 Feb 2026

The chairman of the Dutch Gaming Authority (KSA), Michel Groothuizen, has publicly expressed his reservations about the coalition government’s plan to impose a total ban on gambling advertising.

Legislation

Sports betting in the Netherlands: bet365 and One Casino reprimanded

Glen L.

10 Feb 2026

The Ksa has issued a stern warning to operators One Casino and bet365 following the discovery of major infringements concerning their sports betting offer in 2025.

Sensation

EPIS vs Cruks: how Belgium and the Netherlands tackle gambling addiction

Caroline B.

10 Feb 2026

Belgium and the Netherlands are actively combating gambling addiction, and one of the tools available to gamblers is the EPIS system and the Cruks register respectively. Let’s take a look at the similarities and differences between these two systems.

Legislation

“Strict rules push players to the black market” – concerns grow over Finnish gambling plans

Ron Emmerink

9 Feb 2026

Anger and concern are mounting in Finland. Major gambling companies such as Wildz Group and SkillOnNet are reacting sharply to the government’s new plans.

Legislation

Ksa Regulator: “Popular ‘Share Your Bet’ feature is prohibited”

Ron Emmerink

9 Feb 2026

What started as a handy extra feature is now officially banned.

Legislation

Sports sponsorship in the Netherlands: The Ksa corrects course

Caroline B.

9 Feb 2026

The Ksa is drastically strengthening its collaboration with sports federations and professional clubs to tackle persistent grey areas.

Legislation

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Vegas changes its buffets to survive

Alex D.

8 Feb 2026

From the 1940s to the present day, the Las Vegas dining scene has always fascinated visitors. Once famous for its cheap buffets for gamblers between bets, the city is now seeing those same buffets radically transformed towards luxury, gastronomic variety and the complete dining experience.

Sensation

This country is criminalizing casino promotion by influencers: in Belgium, it’s a different story

Ron Emmerink

8 Feb 2026

The surge of gambling advertising on social media is sparking debate worldwide.

Sensation

Polymarket opens a free supermarket in New York

Sarah C.

7 Feb 2026

In the heart of Manhattan, two prediction market platforms have transformed grocery aisles into an unprecedented marketing battleground. Kalshi had already offered free shopping baskets, but Polymarket decided to go one step further by opening what it describes as New York’s first free supermarket.

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