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The status of gambling advertising and football sponsorship: Potentially a bloodbath for clubs

7 Oct 2024

The end of gambling advertising in sports is fast approaching in Belgium. New rules, which the Belgian government has introduced, impose severe restrictions on gambling advertising and sponsorship by gambling companies.

Legislation

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Swedish parliament considers lowering gambling tax

Ron

7 Oct 2024

The Swedish parliament, the Riksdagen, will soon discuss an important question: should gambling tax be lowered? The idea comes from Carl Nordblom, a politician from the Moderate Party.

Economy

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Max Verstappen surprises fans at the world’s largest gaming event

Ron

6 Oct 2024

In an exciting announcement for motorsports and gaming fans, three-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen will make a special appearance at the GAMERGY event during the exciting Heineken Player 0.0 Global Final in Madrid this December.

Sensation

Dutch and Belgians increasingly opt for a gambling ban

Maxime

6 Oct 2024

The number of people who voluntarily exclude themselves from gambling continues to grow in both the Netherlands and Belgium. In the Netherlands, more than 81,000 people have now registered in Cruks.

Legislation

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Illegal gambling operators lure players after new play limits

Ron

5 Oct 2024

Gamblers in the Netherlands are increasingly seeing the term ‘casino without limits’. This new trend is aimed at players who are looking for fewer restrictions when gambling.

News

Gambling companies in Curacao linked to billion-dollar fraud in Brazil

Ron

5 Oct 2024

A major investigation into money laundering practices has been launched in Brazil. And gambling companies in Curacao are also coming into the picture.

Sensation

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Holland Casino brings bad news: ‘Major consequences’

Ron

4 Oct 2024

Holland Casino has decided to close the doors of its historic establishment in Zandvoort for good. This is a drastic decision that will take effect on 1 February.

Economy

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FDJ Completes mega deal: Largest gambling operator in Europe

Ron

4 Oct 2024

La Française des Jeux (FDJ) has set its sights on dominating the European gambling market. And with the acquisition of Kindred Group Plc, a major player in the online gambling industry, that ambition looks set to become a reality.

Economy

ANJ and Unaf united against gambling addiction: a strengthened collaboration

Caroline

3 Oct 2024

Gambling addiction is a scourge that affects more and more people, including young people. In France, the ANJ and Unaf are joining forces to fight against this phenomenon.

Legislation

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German gambling regulator thanks citizens: help in tackling illegal gambling

Maxime

3 Oct 2024

The German gambling regulator GGL (Gemeinsamen Glücksspielbehörde der Länder) has thanked citizens for their efforts in reporting illegal gambling practices.

Legislation

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Malta Gaming Authority suspends Goldwin’s license

Ron

3 Oct 2024

The Malta Gaming Authority MGA has decided to revoke Goldwin’s gambling license. Why? Because the company did not comply with the rules. But what does that mean for players?

Economy

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Gambling tax increase in Belgium faces complications

Maxime

2 Oct 2024

The Flemish government wants to increase the tax on gambling. To be able to do this, Wallonia and Brussels must also agree.

Politics

British regulator takes Sorare to court

Ron

2 Oct 2024

The NFT platform Sorare, which focuses on football, has gotten into serious trouble. The company will appear in court in the United Kingdom in early October.

Legislation

Match-fixing: Svenska Spel launches ‘My Match’ campaign

Ron

2 Oct 2024

Svenska Spel, the major player in the field of gambling in Sweden, has launched something new: the My Match campaign.

News

Frank lost everything to gambling: fights for justice

Ron

1 Oct 2024

Frank Rammeloo (53), a former gambling addict, shares his harrowing story to the Telegraaf about the enormous losses he suffered through online gambling.

Sensation

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What’s changing in Dutch gambling law on October 1st

Ron

1 Oct 2024

On October 1st 2024, the Remote Gambling Act (the Koa Act) will have existed in the Netherlands for exactly three years. Since the introduction of this law, which legalizes online gambling in the Netherlands, the gambling market has grown considerably.

Legislation

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Online Gambling in Spain: Slight decline in Q2 but growth continues

Caroline

30 Sep 2024

Spain has 78 companies licensed to offer online gambling services. In the second quarter of this year, the market experienced sustained growth, reaching a record turnover of €346.3 million.

Economy