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PepperMill Friends joins Red Side Academy

2 Jul 2026

PepperMill Friends announces its support for Red Side Academy, an initiative linked to KV Kortrijk that welcomes over 400 children and young people free of charge every week in a safe, inclusive environment open to all.

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Supreme Court ruling on online casinos could have major consequences: Belgium is also watching closely

Julien D.

2 Jul 2026

Tomorrow, Friday 3 July 2026 could prove to be a historic day for the Dutch gambling sector. At 10.00 am, the Supreme Court will deliver its ruling in the long-awaited preliminary ruling proceedings concerning online gambling losses incurred prior to the introduction of the Remote Gambling Act (KOA) on 1 October 2021.

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SEO specialists who highlight illegal gambling practices are being targeted for intimidation

Ron Emmerink

2 Jul 2026

The battle against illegal online casinos no longer seems to be confined solely to Google’s search results. In recent weeks, there has been considerable unrest on LinkedIn after several SEO specialists and researchers, who are involved in exposing the black market for gambling, reported that they had become the targets of intimidation, hacking attempts and threats.

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Illegal casino affiliates dominate Google Belgium: time for action?

Glen L.

1 Jul 2026

Anyone in Belgium searching for “The best promotions from Belgian online casinos in 2026” would logically expect to be directed to licensed Belgian online casinos or reliable comparison websites that review only legal operators.

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Too many checks for too little risk?

Julien D.

30 Jun 2026

A study published on 25 June 2026 shows that the UK threshold used to trigger financial vulnerability checks in online gambling may affect many players who show no serious signs of harm.

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The MLBPA wants to ban these risky bets

Sarah C.

28 Jun 2026

The MLBPA, the players’ union of Major League Baseball, wants to ban betting linked to players’ individual performances.

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More and more Belgians are gambling for the same reason – and it has nothing to do with money

Ron Emmerink

28 Jun 2026

When people talk about problem gambling, many automatically think of money, addiction or a lack of self-control. Yet one important factor is often overlooked: sensory overload.

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Controversial tactics are becoming increasingly common in the gambling sector – are DMCA complaints being used as a weapon?

Ron Emmerink

27 Jun 2026

The DMCA complaint was originally intended as a legal instrument to protect copyright. However, criticism of the use of this procedure is becoming increasingly common within the online gambling and affiliate world. According to various SEO specialists and affiliate owners, DMCA requests are not always used to tackle copyright infringements, but also to push competitors out of Google’s search results.

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Meta is working on a prediction markets app as legal pressure mounts

Ron Emmerink

26 Jun 2026

Meta is working behind the scenes on its own prediction markets app, according to The New York Times. The app would be separate from Facebook and Instagram and would allow users to make predictions about future events.

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Frank Kruit ends his fight against the ‘gambling mafia’: “It’s a lost cause”

Ron Emmerink

25 Jun 2026

For years, SEO and iGaming expert Frank Kruit has been sounding the alarm about the activities of illegal gambling affiliates in the Netherlands. Via LinkedIn, he regularly exposed abuses and highlighted websites which, in his view, redirect players to illegal gambling operators. But after years of warnings, reports and investigations, Kruit has now concluded that his efforts are yielding hardly any results.

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VNLOK takes Meta to court: will BAGO follow suit in Belgium?

Ron Emmerink

24 Jun 2026

The decision by the Dutch trade association VNLOK to take legal action against Meta over the dissemination of illegal gambling adverts could also have far-reaching consequences for the Belgian market.

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Meta faces a bombshell complaint

Alex D.

24 Jun 2026

The Dutch online gambling association VNLOK is planning legal action against Meta within the European Union, as well as a complaint to the European Commission. It accuses Facebook and Instagram of allowing adverts for gambling operators not authorised in the Netherlands to circulate on a large scale.

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Entain warns of illegal casinos in the UK

Glen L.

22 Jun 2026

Research commissioned by Entain claims to have identified more than 30 unregulated gambling sites running coordinated promotional campaigns targeting the British public on several social media platforms during the 2026 World Cup.

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Are cryptocurrency casinos legal in Belgium? What does the law say in 2026?

Caroline B.

22 Jun 2026

In Belgium, online and land-based casinos must comply with strict regulations. They can offer cryptocurrency deposits and withdrawals provided they strictly adhere to player identification rules.

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The surprise shirt is causing a stir amongst fans

Sarah C.

21 Jun 2026

Boxes sold online offer customers the chance to receive a football shirt without knowing which team it is from in advance. The phenomenon appeals because of the element of surprise, the experience of sharing it with friends and the joy of unboxing, but its success may be short-lived.

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‘Ban on gambling advertising’ versus players turning to the black market

Ron Emmerink

21 Jun 2026

The debate over gambling advertising is becoming increasingly heated. On the one hand, researchers and health organisations are calling for stricter restrictions to reduce the harms caused by gambling. On the other hand, industry representatives warn that too many restrictions could actually drive players towards illegal operators.

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Kansspelautoriteit imposes multi-million fine on Vave: but can it actually be collected?

Ron Emmerink

20 Jun 2026

The Dutch Kansspelautoriteit has imposed a fine of over €3 million on gambling operator Vave. Critics are questioning whether such sanctions against foreign casinos are actually effective.

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