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

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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World Cup: 9 countries oppose unregulated betting

Glen L.

18 Jun 2026

As the 2026 World Cup kicks off against a backdrop of intense betting activity, nine European gambling regulators are calling for increased vigilance regarding prediction market platforms. According to them, these services expose consumers to major risks, without sufficient safeguards.

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KV Kortrijk announces PepperMill Friends as its new main sponsor

Sarah C.

18 Jun 2026

PepperMill Friends will become KV Kortrijk’s new main sponsor from the 2026–2027 season. The Belgian family-run business has signed a multi-year agreement with the club, thereby significantly increasing its involvement.

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iGaming sector sees new trend: employees are taking fewer sick days and working through illness more often

Ron Emmerink

18 Jun 2026

The traditional sick day seems to be slowly disappearing. This is according to new research by iGaming.com involving 4,000 remote workers in the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy and Spain. The study was carried out within the iGaming sector, where remote working is now the rule rather than the exception.

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World Cup: betting fraud alert

Sarah C.

17 Jun 2026

With the 2026 World Cup approaching, a TransUnion study highlights an expected rise in sports betting in the UK, but also reveals that a significant proportion of young adults have already fallen victim to fraud on unauthorised betting sites.

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Belgian study puts pressure on the future of gambling advertising

Ron Emmerink

17 Jun 2026

The debate over gambling advertising is becoming increasingly heated. Whereas a few years ago policymakers were mainly discussing the amount of advertising that should be permitted, the focus is now shifting to a more fundamental question: should gambling advertising be banned altogether?

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Trimbos and Belgian researchers agree on the link between gambling advertising and the risk of gambling-related harm

Ron Emmerink

15 Jun 2026

The debate on gambling advertising is becoming increasingly heated. Whereas a few years ago the debate focused mainly on channelling and consumer protection, attention is now shifting more and more towards the impact of advertising on public health.

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itsme arrives in Dutch casinos

Caroline B.

14 Jun 2026

Since June 2026, the Belgian identity verification service itsme has been available in the Netherlands. The app is set to gradually replace iDIN, which is still in temporary use, particularly by Dutch online casinos when players register.

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Pragmatic Play streamlines its offering

Glen L.

13 Jun 2026

Pragmatic Play will gradually cease offering its online bingo, sports betting and virtual sports products. The provider will now focus its strategy on online slots and live casino.

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EuroMillions: a Belgian player takes it all

Alex D.

13 Jun 2026

A Belgian EuroMillions player has won €174,984,088. This is the biggest win ever recorded in Belgium in this lottery game.

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The Ksa announces concrete results in the fight against illegal gambling

Julien D.

12 Jun 2026

The Kansspelautoriteit claims to have achieved initial results in its fight against illegal online gambling sites. Thanks to cooperation with several industry stakeholders, the Ksa says it has restricted access to certain unauthorised content and limited its visibility to Dutch consumers.

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Betclic angers Mbappé

Sarah C.

11 Jun 2026

Kylian Mbappé and several players from the French national team have asked the French Football Federation to prevent licensed betting operators from using their image in promotional campaigns without clear prior notification. The dispute arose following a Betclic campaign linked to the 2026 World Cup, which featured photos of several French internationals.

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Liège sans Pub takes aim at Bwin adverts

Alex D.

10 Jun 2026

A Bwin advertising campaign is the subject of a complaint lodged by the group Liège sans Pub with the Gaming Commission. The group is calling for the removal of the posters, particularly those displayed near schools.

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AI tackles gambling adverts in the UK

Glen L.

9 Jun 2026

In a few days’ time, the Committee of Advertising Practice will roll out its automated monitoring system to combat, amongst other things, adverts for illegal gambling.

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2026 World Cup: match-fixing alert

Sarah C.

9 Jun 2026

As the 2026 World Cup approaches, sports fraud experts are concerned about an increased risk of match-fixing. The rapid growth of sports betting, the proliferation of betting markets and the expansion of the tournament to 48 teams are creating, according to Belgian expert Guy Reinenbergh, a particularly vulnerable environment.

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Golden Palace sets its sights on the Brussels casino

Alex D.

8 Jun 2026

Golden Palace is bidding to take over the Brussels casino licence. The group says it wants to create, in the heart of the pedestrianised area, a space combining entertainment, culture, fine dining, events and tourism.

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