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12 Sep 2024

This week is exciting for everyone involved in online gambling in the Netherlands. The research agency Dialogic is organizing a series of discussions.

Legislation

Belgian gambling advertising ban not sufficient: experts speak out

11 Sep 2024

The Belgian government took an important step in July 2023 by banning most forms of gambling advertising.

Legislation

Gambling Club Research: Illegal Gambling Sites abuse high school website

6 Sep 2024

Research by the investigative journalists of Gambling Club has exposed one of the practices of illegal casinos.

Sensation

Betway Casino permanently shut down in Belgium

5 Sep 2024

Since August 26, players have not been able to access the Betway online casino. Anyone who tries to log in is only presented with an information screen.

News

BAGO Responds to changes of Belgian gambling law

5 Sep 2024

The BAGO – Belgian Association of Gaming Operators has responded to the introduction of the far-reaching changes to the Van Hecke law.

Legislation

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60% of gambling traffic illegal in Belgium despite strict rules

4 Sep 2024

No fewer than 16 of the 25 most visited gambling sites in Belgium are illegal and operate outside the law. This shocking finding comes from a new study. And shows the scale of the problem of illegal gambling practices in Belgium.

Sensation

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New gambling reform: What’s changing

4 Sep 2024

Since 1 September 2024, the gambling landscape in Belgium has been modified by the entry into force of the law of 18 February 2024.

Gaming Commission

This is how the Gaming Commission combats illegal gambling | Video

2 Sep 2024

The Belgian Gaming Commission makes every effort to keep illegal offers out of our market as much as possible. But how does the Gaming Commission do this in practice?

Gaming Commission

Belgium sparks global debate by raising gambling age

30 Aug 2024

Belgium has attracted worldwide attention by raising the legal gambling age from 18 to 21, according to a study. Belgium stands out positively from other EU countries Where the legal gambling age is still 18.

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European Football Championship causes a huge spike in Belgians gambling behavior

23 Aug 2024

The number of new gamblers in Belgium is tripling, especially at the popular gambling platform Unibet.

News

Belgian expert on advertising ban: “Still too many loopholes in the law”

22 Aug 2024

Bram Constandt, the gambling expert and professor of sports management at the University of Ghent, recently expressed his concerns about the effectiveness of the advertising ban for gambling companies in Belgium.

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Professor Bram Constandt discusses the dangers of online sports gambling

21 Aug 2024

Professor Bram Constandt, affiliated with the Department of Sports Sciences at Ghent University, investigated whether you can become rich from gambling on sports.

Legislation

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New golden age for online poker on Twitch and YouTube

17 Aug 2024

Poker, a subtle blend of strategy, psychology and luck, has always fascinated card game enthusiasts. Traditionally played in private circles or casinos, poker has undergone a revolution with the advent of digital technology.

Sensation

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Marc Coucke’s Grand Show Folie Royale is a success in Knokke

11 Aug 2024

The modern revue “Grand Show Folie Royale”, presented at the Grand Casino in Knokke-Heist, was a huge success with the public. Organised by Ben Van den Keybus and supported by Marc Coucke, this production attracted more than 8,000 spectators in just a few weeks.

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PepperMill Casino new sponsor of SK Beveren

10 Aug 2024

SK Beveren has just unveiled a new major partnership. Indeed, the Waasland club has joined forces with PepperMill Casino for the next three seasons.

Economy

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Record growth despite deposit limit

9 Aug 2024

The Belgian gambling market had an exceptional year in 2023, according to the latest report from the Gaming Commission. Despite the introduction of new regulations aimed at limiting player spending, the sector recorded record growth, exceeding €1.7 billion in gross profits.

Economy

Football clubs continue to rely on gambling sponsors

3 Aug 2024

The Belgian football world is facing a major challenge: reconciling the financial stakes and social concerns related to partnerships with gambling operators.

Economy

Belgian Gaming Commission reports annual figures for 2023

1 Aug 2024

The Belgian Gaming Commission has published its 2023 annual report. It shows that the gambling market grew by 16.74% in 2023 to a turnover of 1.7 million.

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Illegal gambling endangers Belgian players: BAGO calls for action

1 Aug 2024

The GC is facing a critical situation, according to the BAGO. In an article published in Le Soir, the president of the GC, Magali Clavie, already highlighted the organization’s severe lack of staff and resources.

Legislation

Lokeren says no to a new betting shop

31 Jul 2024

The trend is confirmed in Belgium, the municipality of Lokeren joins other Belgian municipalities in a desire to limit the proliferation of gaming halls and betting shops.

News

Star Casino new main sponsor of Beerschot

29 Jul 2024

The Antwerp club Beerschot unveiled its new jersey this Friday, proudly displaying the Star Casino logo. A partnership that marks a turning point for the club.

Economy

Dstny gives up: end of stormy collaboration with Lotto-Dstny

29 Jul 2024

Dstny, one of the main sponsors of the Belgian cycling team Lotto-Dstny, has decided to end its collaboration, marking the end of a tumultuous partnership.

Economy

The KSC overwhelmed by a booming gambling market

25 Jul 2024

The KSC, which is responsible for regulating the gambling market, is overwhelmed and under-equipped to deal with the rapid expansion of the sector.

Gaming Commission

Fight against illegal gambling: the KSC struggles to recover fines

25 Jul 2024

The Gambling Commission (KSC) faces a major challenge in its fight against illegal gambling sites: recovering fines imposed on illegal operators.

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Gaming Commission: Fewer Belgians gambled on Euro 2024 than on the 2022 World Cup

22 Jul 2024

The Gaming Commission (KSC) presents the first figures on online betting during the Euro 2024.

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Gambling behavior during Euro 2024: Ghent University starts research

16 Jul 2024

Ghent University is starting an extensive study into people’s gambling behavior during the last European Football Championship.

News

New round in National Lottery riot: Haek will follow a leadership course

16 Jul 2024

Jannie Haek will remain CEO of the National Lottery. The decision comes after another failed mediation attempt between Haek and the unions.

Sensation

Gaming Commission reinforces: Gambling prohibited up to the age of 21

13 Jul 2024

From September 1, stricter rules apply for participation in gambling in Belgium. The Gaming Commission once again reminds players that the date of the minimum age is approaching.

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Euro 2024 Final approaching: Gaming Commission warns again against gambling

9 Jul 2024

The final of the 2024 European Championship is fast approaching. Tonight Spain and France will battle for a place in the final battle.

Gaming Commission

Mediation procedure surrounding National Lottery CEO Jannie Haek fails

5 Jul 2024

The mediation procedure between Jannie Haek CEO of the National Lottery and the unions has definitively failed.

Sensation

The Belgian Gaming Commission creates clarity and aims for a level playing field for gambling operators

1 Jul 2024

The Belgian Gaming Commission is taking another step toward a level playing field for operators.

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Circus becomes temporary main sponsor of Standard Liège

29 Jun 2024

Standard Liège has attracted online casino Circus as a new sponsor.

Economy

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Man from Geraardsbergen wins millions with Lotto after “premonition”

26 Jun 2024

A man from Geraardsbergen has won the Lotto jackpot of no less than 3 million euros!

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Illegal casino and betting sites explode with Euro 24

21 Jun 2024

More and more deepfake videos are circulating on social networks. Using AI and public figures to tout illegal gambling sites.

Gaming Commission

European Championship dangerous for young adults?

20 Jun 2024

Sporza’s European Championship forecast is a great success: 190,000 people have already taken the chance to predict the results of the European Championship matches.

News

Napoleon Sports & Casino main sponsor Anderlecht

19 Jun 2024

RSC Anderlecht has acquired a new main sponsor. From next season the Napoleon Sports & Casino logo will appear on the chest of the purple-white shirt.

Economy

Gaming Commission launches EPIS Campaign: protect yourself from gambling!

14 Jun 2024

The Gaming Commission is launching a new awareness campaign around EPIS on the occasion of the European Football Championship and the Olympic Games.

Gaming Commission

Gaming Commission increases vigilance during summer sport events

13 Jun 2024

During the major sporting events of the summer, the CJH anticipates a notable increase in gaming activities and will organize stricter controls.

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Unique wristbands: Peer focuses on the prevention of gambling addiction