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FIFA finds no suspicious betting patterns during the 2026 World Cup

23 Jul 2026

FIFA did not identify any suspicious betting patterns or indications of match-fixing during the 2026 World Cup. All 104 matches in the tournament were monitored in real time by the FIFA Integrity Task Force, which had been set up specifically to detect potential manipulation and irregularities in the betting markets.

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Amazon settles lawsuit over social casino apps; players can claim money

Ron Emmerink

21 Jul 2026

Amazon has reached a remarkable settlement in a US lawsuit concerning social casino apps. The technology company will not pay any compensation itself, but is giving players the opportunity to recover over 201 million dollars from the developers behind the apps.

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Google tightens its gambling policy, but little is set to change in Belgium

Ron Emmerink

19 Jul 2026

From 14 September 2026, Google will implement stricter checks on which companies are permitted to advertise gambling via its advertising platform. It is not just individual advertising accounts that will be assessed; umbrella accounts belonging to casino groups and marketing agencies may also lose their authorisation in the event of repeated breaches.

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New Lotto jackpot: €1,500,000 minimum

Sarah C.

18 Jul 2026

The Lotto’s starting jackpot is temporarily rising to €1,500,000 until December 31, 2026.

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Does a stricter affiliate policy in Belgium protect players, or does it actually help the illegal gambling market?

Ron Emmerink

17 Jul 2026

The Gaming Commission (GC) is tightening the reins further on affiliates. Whereas the focus was previously mainly on stricter controls and clear rules regarding advertising, the interpretation of the law now appears to be being tightened once again. Only websites whose primary focus is online gambling would still be eligible to collaborate with licensed providers.

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Lucky Lady’s Roulette arrives at Golden Palace

Alex D.

17 Jul 2026

Golden Palace has announced the installation of Novomatic’s first Lucky Lady’s Roulette machine in Belgium. The game is now available at its Anderlues venue, marking the arrival of a concept already present in several European casinos.

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Gaming1 focuses on people to achieve long-term success

Caroline B.

16 Jul 2026

In an interview with SBC News, Steven Scheers, Director of Transformation and Human Resources at the Gaming1 Group, explains why the company is now placing talent, corporate culture and responsible gaming at the heart of its development strategy.

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Gambling regulator under fire over controversial study into problem gambling

Ron Emmerink

16 Jul 2026

The UK Gambling Commission is publishing new figures from the Gambling Survey for Great Britain (GSGB) this week. Even before the results have been made public, the survey is once again under fire. Critics argue that the survey consistently shows inflated figures for both gambling participation and problem gambling, thereby painting a distorted picture of the UK gambling market.

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Gambling addiction: the warning signs to look out for

Alex D.

15 Jul 2026

A big win can give the impression that your luck has finally turned. It can also mark the start of a dangerous relationship with gambling. François Mertens, a psychologist specialising in addiction at the non-profit organisation Pelican, urges gamblers to keep an eye on three simple indicators: the money spent, the time spent gambling and the frequency of bets.

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EGBA takes action against a Lithuanian payment provider

Glen L.

15 Jul 2026

The EGBA has lodged a complaint against the Lithuanian payment provider Walletto. It claims to have found evidence suggesting that its payment services have been used to fund several illegal gambling platforms targeting European consumers.

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Netherlands: the courts protect operators

Julien D.

14 Jul 2026

The Dutch Supreme Court has ruled that contracts entered into before 1 October 2021 between players and online gambling operators who did not at the time hold a Dutch licence cannot be annulled on that ground alone. This decision closes the main avenue used by former customers to claim reimbursement of their losses.

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Bellot arrives at Golden Palace with 27 games

Glen L.

13 Jul 2026

In July 2026, Golden Palace Dice added a selection of 27 games developed by Bellot. This launch combines classic slot machines, themed worlds and exclusive titles, whilst giving a provider already active with numerous online casinos a new profile in Belgium.

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Belgium as a warning to Europe: MEP on the impact of the gambling advertising ban

Ron Emmerink

12 Jul 2026

Belgium is now one of the European countries with the strictest rules on gambling advertising. Virtually all advertising for online gambling has been banned in recent years, and sports sponsorship is also being phased out step by step.

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The EGBA unveils its 2026 annual report

Glen L.

11 Jul 2026

The EGBA has published its 2026 annual report. The document covers twelve months marked by the adoption of the first European standard on indicators of problem gambling, stricter advertising rules, the expansion of player protection measures and the growth of its members’ activities.

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PepperMill Casino celebrates its 4th anniversary: a month of July driven by exceptional promotions

Caroline B.

11 Jul 2026

On July 2, 2026, PepperMill Casino, one of the most innovative players in the Belgian gambling landscape, celebrated its 4th anniversary. The perfect opportunity to analyze the keys to success of this GC-certified operator.

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France bans betting on esports, but what is the situation in Belgium?

Sarah C.

9 Jul 2026

With Paris set to host the Esports World Cup from 6 July to 23 August 2026, the National Gaming Authority (ANJ) has reiterated that betting on esports remains banned in France. In Belgium, the situation is different: esports betting is permitted and regulated by the Gaming Commission.

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Soft2Bet: the illegal gambling empire

Alex D.

8 Jul 2026

Investigate Europe accuses Soft2Bet and its partners of being linked to a vast network of illegal online casinos targeting European players, including Belgians.

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