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Frohn shocks by defending unauthorized gambling. What did he say?

24 Jun 2025

The recent statements by Martin Frohn, a senior official at the European Commission, have sparked outrage in the gambling world. By defending gambling operators without a German license but based in other EU countries, he has ignited an explosive debate over the legality of cross-border offers and the neutrality of EU institutions.

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The Dutch government has collapsed: What are the implications for gambling policy?

Nathalie

4 Jun 2025

The Dutch political party PVV withdrew from the coalition. PVV leader Geert Wilders immediately receives a wave of criticism.

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Ksa and DSA: Vital cooperation against illegal gambling

Maxime

29 Apr 2025

On 24 April 2025, the Ksa signed a memorandum of cooperation with 11 other Dutch regulators as part of the DSA. This initiative aims to strengthen the regulation of online platforms, with a particular focus on the fight against illegal gambling.

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2024 elections: betting based on confidential information

Ron

17 Apr 2025

A political scandal has rocked the United Kingdom after 15 leading figures, including former Conservative MPs, were charged with betting on the date of the 2024 general election using confidential information before it was officially announced.

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Illegal gambling: EU takes action with ProtectEU strategy

Maxime

8 Apr 2025

The ECA fully supports the European Union’s ProtectEU strategy, which aims to strengthen security against threats such as illegal gambling. This initiative includes an expanded role for Europol, better regulation of online content through the Digital Services Act, and the creation of an anti-money laundering authority. The ECA welcomes these measures, underlining the urgent need for action in the face of the scale of the illegal market and its links with organised crime.

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BAGO calls for action against illegality!

Caroline

2 Apr 2025

BAGO is warning about the growing number of illegal casinos in Belgium, where 60% of online gambling traffic comes from unauthorised platforms. A study reveals that 20% of Belgian players are taking part, putting consumers and the national economy at risk.

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Major gambling reforms in Italy – what are the changes?

Caroline

21 Mar 2025

Italy is preparing to radically transform its online gambling sector. The ADM, the Italian regulatory authority, recently unveiled ambitious reforms as part of its 2025-2027 Business and Organisation Plan, linked to the 2025 national budget.

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Gambling advertising: the National Lottery in the crosshairs of politicians

Maxime

28 Jan 2025

For several months, debates around gambling and its social impacts have been intensifying in Belgium. While private operators are subject to increasingly strict regulations, the National Lottery could also face drastic changes.

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Joe Biden under fire for a casino project

Alex

5 Jan 2025

The decision by President Joe Biden’s administration to approve an off-reservation casino project in southern Oregon has sent shockwaves through Native American tribes in the region and beyond.

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NOC*NSF: top-level sport is in danger of collapsing without extra money

Ron

26 Nov 2024

At the NOC*NSF General Meeting, held at Papendal, the sports organisation openly expressed its concerns about the financial future of sports in the Netherlands.

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Re-elected Donald Trump and gambling laws: What to Expect?

Maxime

6 Nov 2024

Millions of Americans went to the polls today, and the result looks clear: Donald Trump is returning to the White House.

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Elon Musk sued! Million-dollar lottery causes controversy

Ron

5 Nov 2024

Elon Musk, the tech billionaire and CEO of Tesla, is under fire in Pennsylvania. He is being sued for allegedly setting up a lottery to influence elections in a so-called “swing state.”

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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.

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Labour under pressure to tackle gambling advertising in sports

Ron

18 Sep 2024

Labour ministers came under considerable pressure to tackle gambling advertising in the UK, particularly in sports, at a recent meeting in Westminster.

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Norway’s Conservative Party wants to end gambling monopoly by 2028

Ron

17 Sep 2024

The Conservative Party of Norway is calling for an end to the state gambling monopoly. In their election manifesto of 9 September, they announced a move to a licensing system, to be implemented by 2028.

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76% of Britons want politicians to stop betting on elections

Caroline

14 Sep 2024

Three quarters of Britons believe politicians should not be allowed to gamble on political markets after the recent “betting scandal” that rocked British politics.

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Politicians react strongly to Holland Casino’s aggressive advertising plans

Ron

23 Aug 2024

Holland Casino has announced that it is considering launching aggressive gambling campaigns. This after booking a loss of 3.5 million euros in the first half of 2024.

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