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Close-up: first Nationaal Gokschade Congres

26 Aug 2025

On 24 November 2025, on the initiative of the Expertisecentrum Gokken of the Trimbos-instituut, the first edition of a National Congress on Gambling Harm (Nationaal Gokschade Congres). This unique event aims to bring together researchers, health professionals, policy makers and, above all, people who have suffered from gambling-related harm.

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In Bagnères-de-Luchon, the casino remains controversial

Julien

26 Aug 2025

Luchon will not have its casino in 2025. The city council’s decision, made in early July, left a feeling of unfinished business: 10 votes against, 9 in favour. This close result put the planned contract with the Golden Palace group on hold. Although Mayor Éric Azémar has already promised to revisit the issue at the end of August, confidence in the project’s viability remains fragile.

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Smoke-free casinos in Las Vegas: a profitable gamble?

Alex

26 Aug 2025

Behind the scenes at Las Vegas casinos, one question is stirring up concern among managers: what if banning smoking in gaming rooms didn’t hurt revenue… but actually boosted it?

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Drake banned from Kick? The clash that shook the platform

Alex

25 Aug 2025

On 24 August 2025, a 404 error appeared when attempting to access Drake’s official channel on the livestreaming platform Kick: his content simply could not be found. A few days earlier, everything still seemed normal. Drake was making frequent appearances and streaming games and betting on Kick, often in collaboration with streamers such as Adin Ross. But the atmosphere suddenly changed.

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Study: When responsible gambling advertisements become dangerous

Glen

25 Aug 2025

A recent survey by Thinks Insight & Strategy, commissioned by the British charity GambleAware, has shaken up conventional wisdom: responsible gambling advertisements, designed to moderate behaviour, can sometimes be counterproductive. According to the study, 45% of people who viewed one of these messages felt that gambling seemed to be a risk-free, fun distraction, creating a false sense of security.

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A Utrecht resident embezzles €75,000 to feed his addiction

Alex

24 Aug 2025

What seemed like a familiar daily routine at a brasserie in Utrecht that employs people with disabilities turned into a financial disaster. The story begins with a 52-year-old man, formerly in charge of the establishment, who was addicted to gambling in search of thrills. Faced with an uncontrollable obsession, he saw the company’s finances as a means of indulging his urges.

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What you didn’t know about Andrew Tate: Former kickboxer, millionaire… and casino boss?

Julien

24 Aug 2025

Andrew Tate evokes strong reactions in many people. Some admire him, others criticise him fiercely. He became famous as a world kickboxing champion and later as an internet phenomenon with millions of followers. But behind that tough online persona lies a less discussed side: his ties to the gambling industry.

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Beyond the Bet, a new beginning for Arne Nilis

Sarah

22 Aug 2025

7 February 2016 remains a date etched in Arne Nilis’ memory. On that day, the former Belgian footballer decided to turn his back on gambling. For years, gambling had taken over his life, dictating his daily routine and undermining his relationships. Quitting was not only a personal liberation: it became his life’s mission.

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BAGO launches Play Safe Insights, the gaming newsletter

Maxime

21 Aug 2025

The Belgian gaming landscape is undergoing rapid and complex change. Between new regulations, growing public expectations and the expansion of illegal operators, there is no shortage of challenges for professionals in the sector. To help navigate these changes, the Belgian Association of Gaming Operators (BAGO) recently launched a quarterly newsletter called Play Safe Insights.

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Greece cracks down on fraudulent websites

Julien

21 Aug 2025

Greece has launched a major offensive against the black market in gambling, which is accused of depriving the state of billions of euros and threatening public health. Through digital surveillance, crackdowns on clandestine networks and prevention campaigns, Athens intends to turn this fight into a European model.

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The Circus Casino Resort in Namur welcomes the comeback of Worlds Apart

Glen

21 Aug 2025

When the lights go down on Friday 12 and Saturday 13 September 2025, the Casino Club at the Circus Casino Resort in Namur is set to be reborn to the sounds of the legendary boy band Worlds Apart. After more than a decade away from Belgian stages, Nathan, Cal and Steve will make their big comeback, offering two exclusive evenings that promise to be memorable.

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KVA warns: massive leak of personal data in illegal casinos

Julien

20 Aug 2025

A study recently published by the KVA sounds the alarm. Despite the protective measures put in place by the local regulatory authority (Ksa), Dutch players are being targeted by offshore operators. What’s more, their personal data is circulating unchecked in an unregulated digital black market.

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How Fullstory detects at-risk players

Alex

20 Aug 2025

Imagine a subtle yet powerful filter that intercepts at-risk players just in time, before they lose control, a kind of digital shield at work in the world of online gaming. This metaphor, far from being fictional, is now a reality thanks to Fullstory, an innovative technology that leverages real-time behavioural data.

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British horse racing goes on strike: no races on 10 September!

Sarah

20 Aug 2025

On 10 September 2025, no horses will be racing on British tracks. This radical decision marks an unprecedented turning point for the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), which has called a strike to protest against a tax reform that threatens the future of the sport. The racecourses at Carlisle, Kempton Park, Lingfield Park and Uttoxeter will be empty. Such action, unusual for a sector accustomed to organising races 363 days a year, illustrates the seriousness of the situation.

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Gambling surveys: the mystery of contradictory figures

Sarah

19 Aug 2025

For more than twenty years, estimates of the number of gamblers and people affected by gambling-related harm have varied greatly depending on the method used to collect them. On the one hand, face-to-face surveys such as the Health Survey for England (HSE) have long reported low rates. On the other hand, online or self-administered surveys, such as the Gambling Survey for Great Britain (GSGB), show much higher figures.

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Dreams of winnings dashed: Gala Bingo to blame

Alex

19 Aug 2025

It all started as a normal summer evening for hundreds of Gala Bingo players. During the Summer Nights Bingo promotion, a game costing £1 per ticket with a usual maximum jackpot of £150, a miracle seemed to happen: all participants were mistakenly credited with huge winnings.

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FDJ United boosts its affiliates in real time with PartnerMatrix Intelligence

Caroline

18 Aug 2025

FDJ United, now a major player on the European iGaming scene, announces a strategic alliance with PartnerMatrix Intelligence (PMI). FDJ United now operates in regulated markets across Europe, offering a multi-brand portfolio. To optimise its presence and maximise new customer acquisition, the group needs accurate, responsive and comprehensive tracking tools.

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