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664 out of 1,400 gaming halls are located in poor neighbourhoods

1 Jan 2026

In the United Kingdom, a new BBC investigation has revealed a disturbing fact: half of all land-based gaming halls are located in the country’s most disadvantaged neighbourhoods, raising serious concerns about the social and economic impact of this proliferation.

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Scandal in Japan: 9 police officers arrested for illegal gambling

Alex D.

1 Jan 2026

Nine police officers stationed in Hyogo Prefecture have been officially named as suspects in an investigation into illegal online gambling, a practice strictly prohibited by the Japanese Penal Code.

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Spectacular jackpots that marked 2025

Alex D.

31 Dec 2025

The year 2025 will be remembered as an exceptional year for unexpected and spectacular wins, both in casinos and lottery games. These stories illustrate how chance can transform lives in an instant.

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Holland Casino’s RTPs more secret than ever

Glen L.

30 Dec 2025

What are Holland Casino’s actual practices regarding payout rates to players (RTP)? Why are the authorities remaining silent on this sensitive issue?

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“We do it legally” – FanDuel challenges Polymarket with new prediction platform

Julien D.

29 Dec 2025

A new player is entering the prediction market. FanDuel, known for sports betting, is going one step further and launching the FanDuel Predicts platform in collaboration with CME Group. The service is live in five American states and is set to become the legal alternative to crypto platforms such as Polymarket.

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‘One in three gamblers thought about suicide’ – Unibet under pressure after new figures

Julien D.

29 Dec 2025

The figures are painful and confronting. Since 2013, Unibet received hundreds of distress alerts from players who indicated they no longer wanted to live. The operator stresses that each report is an alarm bell – not just for the company, but for the entire industry.

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Sports betting and the downward spiral: the unfiltered account of a former addict

Caroline B.

28 Dec 2025

Noah Vineberg, a 52-year-old Ottawa resident, is now celebrating more than seven years of abstinence after spending almost a million dollars on gambling, most of it on sports betting. This is the story of the fragile psychological reconstruction of a man who now devotes his life to guiding others away from addiction.

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Kansspelautoriteit renews governance and organisation: more focus on player protection and data

Glen L.

27 Dec 2025

The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) is facing a new chapter. From 1 January 2026, the regulator will have a revamped board structure with one full-time chairman and two part-time board members. This change should make the Ksa more responsive to the rapidly changing gaming market and new challenges such as digitalisation and illegal supply.

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Rank Group hit hard: €7m fraud revealed

Maxime R.

26 Dec 2025

An unexpected shock hit Spain at the end of the year. Rank Group, a major operator, has just revealed a fraud amounting to more than €7 million, highlighting the vulnerabilities still present in the sector.

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De Warmste Week: PepperMill Casino’s commitment

Caroline B.

25 Dec 2025

This year, PepperMill Casino has chosen to take a clear and assertive action: to support De Warmste Week with a donation of €5,000. Behind this sober announcement lies a story of responsibility, values and attention to realities that are too often ignored.

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When Christmas brings millions: true stories

Alex D.

25 Dec 2025

As the festive season approaches, hope and luck often materialise in the form of lottery tickets or slot machines. Several jackpot stories have captured international attention, showing just how much the magic of Christmas can sometimes translate into extraordinary winnings.

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DraftKings error: Player wins $934,000

Glen L.

25 Dec 2025

A successful bet can change a life – sometimes even without the initial intention of cheating. In a spectacular development in the world of sports betting, an error in the DraftKings system led to a win of almost a million dollars for an American punter.

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Controversy surrounding Meridianbet and its B+ licence

Alex D.

24 Dec 2025

Belgium’s Gaming Commission(GC) recently granted a B+ licence to Meridianbet Casino, officially authorising the operator to operate online gambling in Belgium. The decision has already sparked debate, not least because of concerns about the transparency and compliance of the site in question.

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Meta faces a crisis of advertising confidence

Glen L.

24 Dec 2025

Social networking giant Metais now facing a major controversy surrounding its advertising system. An in-depth investigation, based on internal documents and eyewitness accounts, has raised questions about the way in which the company manages fraudulent advertising content.

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LeoVegas fined €500,000 for breach of duty of care

Julien D.

23 Dec 2025

In fining LeoVegas €500,000, the Dutch Gaming Authority has reiterated that online gaming operators’ duty of care is not an administrative formality, but a central obligation designed to protect players from excessive gambling.

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Paddy Power Betfair fined £2m for failings

Alex D.

23 Dec 2025

Paddy Power Betfair has agreed to pay £2 million after a compliance audit highlighted serious failings in player protection. The penalty comes after a thorough review of the company’s social responsibility practices.

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The National Lottery launches the Heritage Tombola

Alex D.

22 Dec 2025

The National Lottery is preparing to launch a new game with a strong social impact. Called the ‘Heritage Tombola’, this unique initiative aims to support museums, scientific institutions and cultural projects throughout the country.

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