A play about the dangers of gambling: prevention or hidden trap?
A play to prevent gambling on the dangers of gambling raises the concerns of the Staten-General Geestelijke Gezondheid.
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A new step forward for FDJ in the acquisition of Kindred
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21 Feb 2024
In a strategic move that resonates across the European gambling sector, La Française des Jeux (FDJ), the French lottery giant, has taken a new step in its acquisition project of […]
The ANJ faces new challenges on the French gambling market
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20 Feb 2024
In a recent interview with The Huddle, Isabelle Falque-Pierrotin, president of the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), shed light on a possible opening of the French gambling market. The Française […]
Will there be a Risk Score for gambling in Belgium?
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16 Feb 2024
In a move decidedly aimed at consumer protection and combating gambling addiction, Belgium may soon introduce a risk score for each legal gambling game. Inspired by the success of the […]
Increase in maximum gambling limits by 230,000 Belgians
In October 2022, Belgium took drastic measures to combat gambling addiction by lowering the legal betting limit from €500 to €200 per week. This initiative aimed to strengthen player protection […]
Belgium adopts stricter gambling law
Last Thursday, Belgium took a significant step in regulating gambling by adopting a new law. After four years of debate and legislative struggles, led notably by Stefaan Van Hecke (Groen), […]
Française des Jeux Makes Major Move by Acquiring Kindred, Unibet’s Parent Company
The Française des Jeux (FDJ), the French lottery and gambling authority, announced this Monday its intention to acquire the Swedish operator Kindred for an impressive sum of 2.6 billion euros. […]
Raising the minimum gambling age in belgium to 21
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17 Jan 2024
The Flemish Expertise Centre for Alcohol and Other Drugs (VAD) suggests raising the minimum gambling age in Belgium to 21 years. Currently, access to casino games is only permitted from […]
Twice as many self-exclusion from gambling in Belgium
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15 Jan 2024
The Belgian government is committed to responsible gaming and has developed various tools to support people suffering from gambling addiction, including self-exclusion from casinos and betting shops.
Italy: Reform of the Online Gambling Law in 2024
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9 Jan 2024
The Italian government has approved the reorganization decree proposed by the Ministry of Economy and Finance, marking a new step in the reform of online gambling and betting laws in Italy.
Belgian Gaming Industry in 2022: Impressive Growth of Offline Gambling
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28 Dec 2023
The Belgian Gaming Commission recently published its annual report for 2022, showing an overall positive development for the Belgian gaming industry.
New Growth for Online Gaming in the Netherlands
After two years of steady growth, the online casino sector in the Netherlands appears poised for more growth in 2024, according to the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Dutch regulatory authority for gambling.
Gambling in Belgium and the Netherlands: identical spending, divergent trends
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18 Dec 2023
A recent study revealed striking similarities and notable differences in gaming habits between Belgians and Dutch people.
YouTube and Twitch convicted in Italy for illegal gambling advertising
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15 Dec 2023
In a move to strengthen the regulation of gambling advertising, AGCOM has imposed significant fines on YouTube and Twitch.
Illegal gambling in Belgium, a growing menace
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14 Dec 2023
A recent report released by BAGO reveals a worrying trend within Belgium’s gambling industry. In fact, 20% of Belgian players engage in gambling on illegal platforms.
