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What is the largest casino in the world?

21 Jul 2025

When it comes to gaming and entertainment venues, one casino stands out for its colossal surface area: The Venitian Macao in China. Find out in this article what the world’s largest casino really is and what makes it so special.

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Psychologists want to better protect vulnerable groups from the risks of online gambling

Julien D.

20 Jul 2025

The Nederlands Instituut van Psychologen (NIP) has launched a solemn appeal for better protection for vulnerable groups from the risks associated with online gambling. The organisation, which represents Dutch psychologists, believes that current policies are failing to effectively prevent gambling addiction, leaving the most susceptible gamblers exposed to aggressive commercial strategies.

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This is how illegal gambling sites mislead Belgian players with false promises

Ron Emmerink

20 Jul 2025

Strict gambling rules do not stop Belgian players from gambling illegally. In Belgium, gambling rules are strict. Advertising for gambling is heavily restricted and there are high fines for illegal gambling practices.

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ASA sanctions Play’n GO: ads for their slot machines deemed too childish

Sarah C.

19 Jul 2025

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has targeted three banner ads from games publisher Play’n GO Malta Ltd. Distributed via the Adroll platform, the ads featured a superhero bunny, a DJ robot and anime-style princesses. The ASA considers that these visuals, despite their ‘18+’ labels and responsible gaming messages, were likely to attract under-18s.

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Flutter acquires the last 5% of FanDuel

Maxime R.

19 Jul 2025

Since 2018, Flutter Entertainment had bet big on FanDuel when sports betting was liberalised in the United States. In July 2025, a new chapter opened: Flutter has just announced the acquisition of the remaining 5% of FanDuel, held by Boyd Gaming, for $1.755 billion. This major operation raises Flutter’s ownership to 100%, consolidating its grip on the American online betting behemoth.

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Kansspelautoriteit warns ZEbet and Starcasino regarding wagering obligations

Nathalie Maes

19 Jul 2025

ZEbet and Starcasino have both been cited by the Kansspelautoriteit for allegedly requiring players to wager deposited money before withdrawing it.

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WSOP 2025: Belgium’s Kenny Hallaert finishes in 4th place

Alex D.

18 Jul 2025

Las Vegas, 16 July 2025. After eleven days of breathless suspense, the World Series of Poker Main Event is drawing to a close. Belgian Kenny Hallaert, one of the great stories of this XXL tournament, finished in fourth place.

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PokerStars aims to return to the Dutch market

Nathalie Maes

18 Jul 2025

PokerStars.com is working hard to re-enter the Dutch market. They want to allow players from the Netherlands back in through an alternative path. However, because they do not hold the necessary license, they are currently exploring the possibility of partnering with another legal entity.

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EGBA welcomes Yaspa, a fast-growing fintech

Maxime R.

18 Jul 2025

Yaspa, a fintech specialising in open payments, has joined the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) as a new associate member. This strategic alliance reinforces the shared ambitions of the two entities: to make secure and fluid payments a pillar of trust in a constantly evolving digital environment.

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The Ksa is cracking down on gambling advertisements in commercial newspapers

Glen L.

18 Jul 2025

The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) has taken a decisive step: not only is it now identifying advertisements for illegal gambling in newspapers and magazines, but it is also imposing stiff penalties, including financial penalties. Until now, its intervention had been limited mainly to raising awareness and providing advice.

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When the National Lottery invades Belgian festivals

Julien D.

17 Jul 2025

For two decades, the National Lottery has been rolling out its famous ‘Cut, Scratch, Win’ campaign at some of Belgium’s biggest festivals. Officially fun, eco-responsible and festive, this operation masks a disturbing reality: a massive promotional campaign for a gambling product, in a context where other operators are simply not allowed to exist.

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Prohibited betting options: Kansspelautoriteit reprimands ZEbetting and Betca

Nathalie Maes

17 Jul 2025

The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) was forced to take action against prohibited betting options. Both ZEbetting and Betca were summoned for a reprimand.

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United Kingdom: Will gambling tax explode?

Glen L.

17 Jul 2025

The UK government is considering raising the tax on online gambling from 21% to a record 41%. The move, which would be one of the most aggressive in the UK gambling industry’s tax history, is part of a budgetary strategy to plug a public deficit estimated at more than £30 billion.

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The rock-hard psychology behind casino games: here’s what you need to know

Ron Emmerink

17 Jul 2025

Gambling is not just about winning money. Belgian players return mainly because of the feeling of excitement and thrill. Every bet provides a new adrenaline rush. When a player wins, dopamine is released – the “happy hormone” that creates euphoria.

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Belgium’s Kenny Hallaert could become WSOP champion tonight

Alex D.

16 Jul 2025

The 2025 World Series of Poker Main Event in Las Vegas saw an unexpected face emerge among the four finalists: Kenny Hallaert, a Belgian professional from Hansbeke. A performance that confirms his status as a poker icon in Belgium.

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How Wimbledon is stopping live betting cheats

Sarah C.

16 Jul 2025

For the 2025 edition of Wimbledon, the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club has broken new ground. Gone are the suspects spotted solely via the bookmakers’ odds: Wimbledon is now deploying undercover agents (“spotters”) in the stands to track down courtsiders, the live bettors who exploit the time lag between the actual point and its televised broadcast.

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Netherlands: loot boxes escape the law

Alex D.

16 Jul 2025

The Netherlands has just delivered a damning report: despite clear guidelines on consumer protection in the face of video game monetisation practices, the majority of publishers continue to flout the regulations. A new university study reveals that 90% of popular iPhone games do not comply with legal obligations regarding loot boxes. And the most worrying thing? It’s often the biggest companies that break the rules with impunity.

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