Anyone who thinks that video games are just a fun pastime is wrong. Many games are full of hidden gambling that tempt teenagers.
The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), the Dutch gaming authority, recently announced a new partnership with Gamban, a leading software for blocking gambling sites.
In Lithuania, gambling advertising is over. Parliament recently voted overwhelmingly in favour of a ban on gambling advertisements, which will come into effect from July next year.
Argentine first division club Deportivo Riestra has caused quite a stir with a striking stunt. Ivan Buhajeruk, better known as influencer “Spreen”, was allowed to play for 78 seconds in a match against Velez, the leader in the top division, last weekend.
During a speech at the United Nations, President Lula slammed the gambling industry. He called gambling a “disaster” that primarily affects the poorest Brazilians.
The Social Security Financing Bill (PLFSS 2025) is the subject of strong criticism from French sports stakeholders.
Sweden is now officially joining the fight against match manipulation. Also known as match-fixing. The Swedish government has announced that it will sign the Macolin Convention.
In Belgium, there are some specific rules for gambling winnings tax. This may sound complicated, but it basically means that you can usually collect your winnings tax-free – as long as you play through the official channels.
From 18 to 24 November 2024, Safer Gambling Week took place across Europe. This week focuses on promoting responsible gambling and protecting players.
The Italian online gambling world is booming. Online casinos in particular continue to grow like crazy and give the entire sector a big boost.
Nearly half of young men between the ages of 18 and 21 appear to gamble on illegal websites. This is evident from a study conducted by BAGO, the federation of licensed Belgian gambling operators.
In mid-November, the Ministry of Justice and Security in the Netherlands provided answers to questions from the standing committee on the 2025 budget.
The FBI has raided Polymarket, a cryptocurrency betting platform, after it was accused of facilitating illegal gambling practices for US players.
In an important ruling on October 7, 2024, the Council of State prohibited gambling operators holding an F1+ license from offering virtual betting on Belgian territory.
A Dutch gambler has won a major victory against Unibet. The judge ruled that the online casino had to repay him an amount of € 676,224.
