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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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Streamer Trainwreck turned down $96m to stay authentic

In the world of streaming, where sponsorship deals reach dizzying heights, few people turn down such opportunities. Tyler Niknam, better known by his pseudonym Trainwreck, nevertheless turned down a colossal $96 million offer from an online casino.

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Former lawyer Antti Koivula dives into the gambling industry: “This is my mission”

Antti Koivula is no stranger to the gambling industry. He has frequently been interviewed on Gambling Club, where he voiced his sharp opinions on regulation, innovation, and market access. Now, he is making a remarkable career move. Koivula is leaving law and joining Hippos ATG Oy as Chief Compliance Officer.

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AI ensuring the reliability of casino games with PlayPatrol

Caroline B.

PlayPatrol, an AI-based online slot machine testing tool, promises to revolutionise technical reliability and regulatory compliance. Developed by createIT, it enables casinos and game studios to anticipate problems before they affect revenue and the player experience.

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Betting on the weather: innovation or abuse?

Sarah C.

17 Aug 2025

Imagine being able to bet not on the outcome of a match, but on the weather: rain, snow, hail or extreme temperatures. That’s exactly what’s happening, and more frequently than you might think.

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How to win the lottery 14 times with Stefan Mandel’s technique

17 Aug 2025

A Romanian mathematician achieved the impossible: beating the lottery. Far from relying on luck, Stefan Mandel viewed the lottery as a rational problem to be solved.

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ROGA launches free gambling blocker in collaboration with BetBlocker

16 Aug 2025

With online gambling growing rapidly in the United States, the Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA) and the BetBlocker blocking tool are joining forces to offer players easy access to free and anonymous protection. This initiative marks a significant step forward in the fight against excessive gambling, putting prevention just a click away.

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Gambling addiction: police officer sells $1 million worth of family gold

16 Aug 2025

This case has been the subject of much discussion within the Australian police force for months. A former New South Wales (NSW) officer is accused of selling over $1 million worth of family gold to fund an uncontrollable gambling addiction.

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Celebrities pay dearly for their gambling addiction

16 Aug 2025

In the world of celebrities, there is a shadow that is rarely mentioned: that of gambling addiction. Some iconic figures have left glamour behind, caught up in the stakes.

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69 integrity alerts in Q2 2025: the betting market is cracking

Sarah C.

15 Aug 2025

Behind the scenes of the sports betting industry, a growing number of integrity alerts are attracting attention. According to a recent report by the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA), the second quarter of 2025 marks a notable increase in suspected manipulation in European betting markets.

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NAGRA wants to join forces with European regulators

15 Aug 2025

When Jeremy Locke, newly appointed president of the North American Gaming Regulators Association (NAGRA), spoke of the need for closer ties with European regulators, it was more than just a call to action: it was an invitation to rethink the boundaries of gaming regulation.

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Two lotteries join forces: Lot of Happiness and Care-a-Lot will support charity together

Nathalie Maes

In the Netherlands, it’s very popular for lotteries to support various charities. Think of the Postcode Loterij and the Vriendenloterij. Lotteries Lot of Happiness and Care-a-Lot, also known for their commitment to charities, have now decided to join forces and merge under the name Lot of Happiness.

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Ladisfaction: Ladbrokes reinvents itself in the United Kingdom

The summer of 2025 marks a new chapter in Ladbrokes’ history. This sports betting institution is undergoing a radical creative shift. Called ‘Ladisfaction’, the new advertising campaign aims to put the brand back at the heart of British betting culture, focusing on people, humour and personal experience.

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Strong attack: former gambling addict Michael van Dijk slams lottery sponsorship in football

Michael van Dijk, former gambling addict and author of the book U heeft helaas niets gewonnen (Unfortunately, you have not won anything), has spoken out strongly against the sponsorship of football clubs by lotteries. In an opinion piece in Trouw, he argues that this form of sponsorship exposes young people to unnecessary temptation.

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Evolution: the live casino leader at the heart of controversy

Despite its public commitments to strict compliance, Evolution continues to see its live casino games accessible on illegal platforms in Europe. Recent investigations reveal a worrying gap between official rhetoric and market reality.

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Judge rules against gamblers: Unibet wins first round

13 Aug 2025

At the end of July, lawyer Benzi Loonstein and a group of eleven gamblers appeared before the District Court of The Hague. They wanted to request their complete transaction history from Unibet, ahead of the legalisation of online gambling in the Netherlands on 1 October 2021.

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Revealed: Kansspelautoriteit unable to monitor online gambling