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Eurojackpot in Norway: Human error or system failure?

28 Aug 2025

On June 27, 2025, several thousand Norwegians received a message: “You have won the Eurojackpot!” Some thought of a house, others of a vacation or paying off debts. A collective euphoria, born from a simple text message or notification. And yet, this dream collapsed the following Monday: everything was false.

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SEO expert Frank Kruit warns: “Google is broken when it comes to gambling”

Glen L.

28 Aug 2025

Frank Kruit doesn’t call himself a moralist, but his mission is clear: get rid of the junk in Google’s search results. And by junk, he means illegal gambling sites, dubious affiliate pages, and clever tricks that lure players to dangerous platforms.

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ZonMw call for proposals: beating gambling addiction

Maxime R.

27 Aug 2025

Since the Kansspelen op afstand law came into force in 2021, the number of people exposed to gambling addiction has increased significantly. In response to this alarming reality, ZonMw is launching a major initiative: in September 2025, it will open a call for proposals for the creation of three multidisciplinary thematic consortia dedicated to the prevention and treatment of gambling addiction.

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They closed 7 illegal casinos in Cape Coral!

Caroline B.

27 Aug 2025

On the morning of 22 August 2025, a large-scale operation mobilised more than 90 police officers in the city of Cape Coral, Florida. Raids orchestrated by the Cape Coral Police Department, in collaboration with the Florida Gaming Commission, targeted seven illegal gambling establishments, including arcades and even a private residence.

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Close-up: first Nationaal Gokschade Congres

Glen L.

26 Aug 2025

On 24 November 2025, on the initiative of the Expertisecentrum Gokken of the Trimbos-instituut, the first edition of a National Congress on Gambling Harm (Nationaal Gokschade Congres). This unique event aims to bring together researchers, health professionals, policy makers and, above all, people who have suffered from gambling-related harm.

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In Bagnères-de-Luchon, the casino remains controversial

Julien D.

26 Aug 2025

Luchon will not have its casino in 2025. The city council’s decision, made in early July, left a feeling of unfinished business: 10 votes against, 9 in favour. This close result put the planned contract with the Golden Palace group on hold. Although Mayor Éric Azémar has already promised to revisit the issue at the end of August, confidence in the project’s viability remains fragile.

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Smoke-free casinos in Las Vegas: a profitable gamble?

Alex D.

26 Aug 2025

Behind the scenes at Las Vegas casinos, one question is stirring up concern among managers: what if banning smoking in gaming rooms didn’t hurt revenue… but actually boosted it?

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Why did ING delay reporting Reynders?

Maxime R.

25 Aug 2025

A wave of mistrust is sweeping through the Belgian political and banking world. The Brussels public prosecutor’s office has opened an investigation into ING Bank, accused of delaying reporting cash deposits made over several years by Didier Reynders, former Deputy Prime Minister and current European Commissioner.

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Drake banned from Kick? The clash that shook the platform

Alex D.

25 Aug 2025

On 24 August 2025, a 404 error appeared when attempting to access Drake’s official channel on the livestreaming platform Kick: his content simply could not be found. A few days earlier, everything still seemed normal. Drake was making frequent appearances and streaming games and betting on Kick, often in collaboration with streamers such as Adin Ross. But the atmosphere suddenly changed.

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Study: When responsible gambling advertisements become dangerous

Glen L.

25 Aug 2025

A recent survey by Thinks Insight & Strategy, commissioned by the British charity GambleAware, has shaken up conventional wisdom: responsible gambling advertisements, designed to moderate behaviour, can sometimes be counterproductive. According to the study, 45% of people who viewed one of these messages felt that gambling seemed to be a risk-free, fun distraction, creating a false sense of security.

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A Utrecht resident embezzles €75,000 to feed his addiction

Alex D.

24 Aug 2025

What seemed like a familiar daily routine at a brasserie in Utrecht that employs people with disabilities turned into a financial disaster. The story begins with a 52-year-old man, formerly in charge of the establishment, who was addicted to gambling in search of thrills. Faced with an uncontrollable obsession, he saw the company’s finances as a means of indulging his urges.

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What you didn’t know about Andrew Tate: Former kickboxer, millionaire… and casino boss?

Julien D.

24 Aug 2025

Andrew Tate evokes strong reactions in many people. Some admire him, others criticise him fiercely. He became famous as a world kickboxing champion and later as an internet phenomenon with millions of followers. But behind that tough online persona lies a less discussed side: his ties to the gambling industry.

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Zandvoort F1 Grand Prix: end of gambling ads

Sarah C.

23 Aug 2025

The 2025 edition of the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort marks a major break in the recent history of Formula 1. For the first time, no team will be allowed to display the logo of a gambling operator, whether local or foreign. This is a strong decision imposed by the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), the Dutch gambling regulator, which aims to put an end to the growing visibility of sports betting at popular events.

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Is Boomerang Casino legal in Belgium?

Caroline B.

23 Aug 2025

In a nutshell: no, Boomerang Casino is not legal in Belgium. This online casino, launched in 2020, does not have a licence issued by the Gaming Commission (GC).

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Beyond the Bet, a new beginning for Arne Nilis

Sarah C.

22 Aug 2025

7 February 2016 remains a date etched in Arne Nilis’ memory. On that day, the former Belgian footballer decided to turn his back on gambling. For years, gambling had taken over his life, dictating his daily routine and undermining his relationships. Quitting was not only a personal liberation: it became his life’s mission.

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Rabocse and Solid Software banned from the Swedish gaming market

Julien D.

22 Aug 2025

On 18 August 2025, Spelinspektionen, the Swedish gaming regulator, took regulatory action and formally banned two foreign providers: Rabocse SRL and Solid Software Solutions SRL. Their offence? Offering their products in Sweden without the required licence – a direct violation of consumer protection laws.

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BAGO launches Play Safe Insights, the gaming newsletter

Maxime R.

21 Aug 2025

The Belgian gaming landscape is undergoing rapid and complex change. Between new regulations, growing public expectations and the expansion of illegal operators, there is no shortage of challenges for professionals in the sector. To help navigate these changes, the Belgian Association of Gaming Operators (BAGO) recently launched a quarterly newsletter called Play Safe Insights.

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