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16 Jul 2025

On 10 October 2025, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) will roll out a new system of financial penalties. The key element: the amount of fines will be directly linked to the percentage of GGY (gross gambling yield) generated by the operator during the period in question. A radical reform designed to strengthen justice, fraud prevention and player protection.

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United States: The impact of Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill on the incomes of professional gamblers

Alex D.

A discreet but far-reaching change has crept into the One Big Beautiful Bill, Donald Trump’s ambitious tax reform plan: from 2026, punters will no longer be able to deduct all their losses, but only 90%. In practical terms, many gamblers will find themselves taxed on ‘phantom income’. This measure, designed to replenish the State’s coffers, is provoking anger, concern and counter-attacks.

Economy

Eurojackpot: 47,000 Norwegian winners… by mistake

Julien D.

Norsk Tipping, Norway’s public lottery operator, is under in-depth investigation after a series of serious technical errors, including the sending of false winnings to 47,000 Eurojackpot players. The regulator, Lotteritilsynet, is denouncing a breach of public trust and repeated breaches of the Gaming Act.

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Scratch card games: a risky commodity?

Despite their popularity and image as light entertainment, scratch card games can be a gateway to excessive gambling. This is particularly true when they are played both at the point of sale and online, or through high-stakes tickets, according to a study conducted by Concordia University (Montreal) at the request of the ANJ.

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Belgian gamblers share their story of addiction – fighting the temptation of online casinos

Ron Emmerink

Since the introduction of stricter Belgian gambling regulations, such as the EPIS system and mandatory wagering limits, many gambling addicts have been trying to get their lives on track. Yet this is far from always successful.

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The Ksa imposes heavy penalties on Casinoscout.nl and its owners

The Ksa has just imposed an injunction under penalty payment on Casinoscout.nl for promoting illegal casinos. The fine amounts to €75,000 per week.

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IP blocking: the solution to illegal casinos?

Faced with the growing threat of the black market in gambling, Germany’s interior ministers are calling for immediate reform of the sector and an expansion of the powers of the national regulator, the GGL.

Legislation

ANJ kicks off responsible advertising campaign

The ANJ is stepping up its fight against gambling advertising abuses. At a conference, the French regulator unveiled a series of ambitious proposals, including a ban on gambling advertising between the beginning and end of sports broadcasts (‘whistle ban’) and tighter controls on sponsorship.

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Will online gambling in Belgium soon become even stricter than it already is?

Ron Emmerink

En Belgique, les règles relatives aux jeux de hasard en ligne sont déjà assez strictes. La publicité est de plus en plus restreinte et le gouvernement garde un œil attentif sur la situation.

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ADM approves 46 online operators

13 Jul 2025

ADM has just selected the 46 operators who will take part in the next licensing phase. This is an important decision for players in the sector and for the Italian regulatory ecosystem.

Legislation

United Kingdom: A fatal tax increase for horse racing? 

Sarah C.

13 Jul 2025

Since April 2025, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has been sounding the alarm: the British government is planning to merge taxes on online betting, raising the tax on horse racing betting from 15% to 21%, the same rate as for casino gambling. This change would represent a loss of at least £66 million a year (around €76 million) for the industry, with a risk of £160 million (€185 million) if the rates rise further.

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Veikkaus: strategic transformation to remain market leader in 2027

12 Jul 2025

In view of the imminent opening up of the Finnish online gambling market, Veikkaus is embarking on an ambitious transformation. Buoyed by new talent, modernised technological tools and an offensive strategy, the company hopes to win back a market it has long dominated. Here’s how Veikkaus is preparing its return to the top in a rapidly changing iGaming landscape.

Economy

A clear call to order from the ANJ: €75,000 fine for an online operator

Julien D.

12 Jul 2025

The Autorité nationale des jeux (ANJ) has imposed a €75,000 fine on a licensed operator for serious breaches of its legal obligations regarding data archiving and transmission.

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PepperMill Casino targeted by fraudulent adverts

Alex D.

11 Jul 2025

While Meta has just announced a tightening of its advertising policy against illegal gambling, fraudulent sponsored adverts have emerged on Facebook, exploiting PepperMill Casino’s image without authorisation.

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