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“I’ve lost everything”: Jean-Michel Kowalski’s shocking account

5 Apr 2026

Gambling addiction is on the rise in Belgium, fuelled by the growing accessibility of platforms and young people’s early exposure to them. Behind the figures lie shattered lives, such as that of Jean-Michel Kowalski.

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He wins €147,000, she thinks it’s a hoax

Glen L.

4 Apr 2026

A gambler won nearly €150,000 at Holland Casino in Rotterdam on the eve of 1 April. But when he told his partner the news, she immediately thought it was a joke.

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Some addiction prevention messages work better than others

Glen L.

3 Apr 2026

A study conducted by researchers in the UK and Hong Kong sheds new light on the issue: the most effective prevention messages are not those that appeal to individual responsibility, but those that directly highlight the role and practices of gambling operators.

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Massive data breaches in online gaming

Glen L.

3 Apr 2026

Online gaming is facing an alarming rise in data breaches. Sensitive player information is being exposed, revealing serious security flaws within the industry.

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Australia: Fewer adverts, fewer addictions?

Alex D.

1 Apr 2026

In Australia, the authorities are considering stricter restrictions on advertising following a pilot study showing a reduction in risky behaviour.

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The controversy surrounding blind boxes

Caroline B.

31 Mar 2026

Blind boxes – those surprise boxes containing a random item – have become a massive hit. But are they a form of chance comparable to gambling? An expert professor sheds light on this phenomenon.

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VCasino and Sam Casino: Ghost casinos in Belgium

Alex D.

31 Mar 2026

In Belgium, two casino projects, despite holding official licences, remain inexplicably offline: VCasino and Sam Casino.

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“Google is taking action, but…” — expert highlights persistent casino tricks

Ron Emmerink

29 Mar 2026

Frustration is running high. Since yesterday, Google has been rolling out its March 2026 Spam Update, with one goal: to remove rubbish from search results. But anyone looking at casino keywords sees something different. Illegal tricks remain visible and are actually targeting the most vulnerable players.

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AI systems pushing users towards illegal activities

Alex D.

28 Mar 2026

A recent investigation by journalists at Global Gaming Insider reveals that artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots can recommend illegal online casinos and explain how to circumvent player protection measures.

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Double jackpot: pure luck in Las Vegas

Alex D.

28 Mar 2026

In Las Vegas, there is no shortage of stories of spectacular wins, but some defy the odds to the point of becoming almost unreal. Such is the case of an anonymous player who, in a single session, hit two jackpots on the same machine at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas.

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EGBA: the explosion in scams revealed

Maxime R.

27 Mar 2026

In a recent submission to the European Commission, the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has sounded the alarm over the explosion of fraudulent websites and apps imitating legitimate operators.

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“This feels like spam terror”: how illegal casinos lure Belgian players via email

Glen L.

27 Mar 2026

You open your inbox and there it is again. A garish email full of promises of free spins and massive bonuses. Whilst legal gambling advertising is being cracked down on more and more strictly, this flood seems to be increasing. Frustration is growing and the impact is significant.

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Entering your age online influences gambling adverts, but young people remain vulnerable

Ron Emmerink

27 Mar 2026

You see it almost everywhere: first enter your age, then click to continue. It may seem like a minor detail, but it isn’t. That choice increasingly determines whether you see gambling adverts, whilst young people should actually be protected from them.

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Behind loot boxes lies a toxic mechanism

Alex D.

26 Mar 2026

A recent study shows that, for many gamers, loot boxes trigger sensations comparable to those experienced when gambling.

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These GAMING1 slot machines are set to revolutionise the industry

Julien D.

25 Mar 2026

In Balaruc-les-Bains, innovative slot machines designed in Belgium are being installed in a highly regulated environment. GAMING1 is determined to redefine the casino experience for players.

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Dutch survey: 57% of gamblers are unaware they are gambling illegally

Sarah C.

24 Mar 2026

A Dutch survey reveals that the majority of gamblers do not realise they are using illegal platforms. Behind professional interfaces and attractive promises, these sites blur the lines and perpetuate lasting confusion.

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A vulnerability exposes the MGA

Alex D.

24 Mar 2026

The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) recently detected an intrusion into its IT systems. A few days later, a German female hacker claimed responsibility for the breach.

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