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Ksa-CEO Groothuizen focuses on strict rules for gambling advertisements

31 Oct 2024

Since July 2024, Michel Groothuizen has been at the head of the Gaming Authority (Ksa). With a fresh perspective and a wealth of experience, he is committed to regulating the Dutch gambling world even more tightly.

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Illegal gambling site NetX Betting receives heavy fine from the KSA

Ron

31 Oct 2024

The Dutch Gaming Authority (KSA) has imposed a hefty fine of €675,000 on NetX Betting Limited.

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Sports betting in 2024: BAGO calls for stronger measures against illegal sites

Caroline

30 Oct 2024

Figures published by the Gaming Commission (GC) reveal a significant decline in sports betting in Belgium during the summer of 2024.

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Belgian gamblers bet record amount during sports summer 2024

Maxime

30 Oct 2024

This summer, Belgian gamblers made a big splash. From 14 June to 11 August, a record amount of no less than €427 million was wagered on sports bets.

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Online gambling: minors circumvent the ban to play online

Caroline

29 Oct 2024

The appeal of online gambling is no longer the preserve of adults. Despite the strict ban on gambling for under-18s in the Netherlands, teenagers are finding ways to circumvent the regulations by using their parents’ accounts or creating fictitious accounts.

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The Netherlands gets tough: Winbet sanctioned for illegal activity

Ron

29 Oct 2024

The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) is stepping up its efforts to protect consumers by taking action against unlicensed operators.

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Online casinos: the French government backstracks in the face of criticism

Caroline

28 Oct 2024

This Sunday, the French government decided to put on hold the controversial project to authorize online casinos.

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Gambling in Belgium and Australia: Which games are the most addictive?

Ron

28 Oct 2024

Gambling is a popular pastime in both Belgium and Australia, but the way people gamble and the problems that come with it differ quite a bit.

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Why Online Casinos need to get rid of wagering requirements on bonuses

Ron

27 Oct 2024

Martyn Hannah, co-founder of online casino comparison site Comparasino, is calling for online casinos to stop imposing wagering requirements on bonuses.

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Man loses tons of money through online gambling: silent addiction

Ron

26 Oct 2024

Since online gambling became legal in 2021, the gambling market has grown explosively. Many Dutch people, including Rick (29), became addicted.

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Lunapark: from games of skill to games of chance

Caroline

26 Oct 2024

Between the many rides installed at the Liège fair since October 5, various lunapark-type stands have taken place. For a few euros, you are promised stuffed animals and other prizes.

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Revenue growth despite setbacks: Kindred sets tone for 2024

Maxime

25 Oct 2024

Kindred Group has achieved revenue growth of 4% in the third quarter of 2024, despite a 10% decline compared to the same quarter last year.

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Flutter CEO fears for the future of the UK gambling sector

Ron

25 Oct 2024

A dark cloud is looming over the UK gambling industry, with rumours circulating that the government may be looking to increase taxes on gambling companies.

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Belgian football clubs try to circumvent gambling rules

Ron

24 Oct 2024

Change is in the air in the Belgian football world. As of 1 January 2025, clubs will no longer be allowed to have gambling companies on their shirts.

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Entain outperforms expectations in Q3 2024

Maxime

24 Oct 2024

Entain plc, the global sports betting and gaming group, has delivered a stronger-than-expected performance in the third quarter of 2024 (Q3).

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Ban on gambling advertisements for sports clubs: Now also for amateurs

Ron

23 Oct 2024

As of 1 July 2025, gambling companies in the Netherlands will no longer be allowed to sponsor any sports club, from large professional teams to small amateur clubs.

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Online casinos : ban to be lifted soon in France

Caroline

23 Oct 2024

France is about to take a decisive step. The government has announced its intention to authorize online casinos, a practice that has been prohibited until now on French territory, as well as in Cyprus.

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