Belgium: Latest News

EU Commission rules Ladbrokes did not receive illegal state aid in dispute over Belgium's virtual betting market.

Legal 11 Apr 2025

Belgian regulator warns clubs that they face scrutiny for allegedly bypassing the gambling sponsorship ban with oversized logos.

Belgium's gambling regulator bans sports sponsorship deals with gambling operators starting January 2025, enforcing advertising limits.

From January 2025, Belgium enforces strict limits on gambling sponsorships in sports, banning venue ads and restricting logos on sportswear.

Regulation 10 Dec 2024

BAGO urges tougher action against illegal gambling in Belgium, highlighting risks to young players and proposing stricter regulations.

Belgium’s sports betting signups for Euro 2024 are down from previous events, with fewer new accounts compared to the World Cup 2022.

A report highlights Kansspelcommissie’s struggles with enforcing Belgium’s gambling advertising ban due to underfunding.

Regulation 5 Sept 2024

Belgium’s new law standardizes the minimum gambling age to 21 across all sectors, sparking concerns over illegal market growth.

Legislation 2 Sept 2024

A report from Gaming1 warns that Belgium's stringent gambling regulations are pushing players towards illegal sites, undermining market.

Regulation 8 Apr 2024

Discover Belgium's latest gambling regulation changes, including the increase of the minimum age to 21 and marketing restrictions.

Belgian VAD calls for increased gambling age to 21, aligning with alcohol purchase age, to bolster responsible gaming and public safety

Legal EMEA 12 Jan 2024

Pragmatic Play enhances Gaming1's Circus brand in Belgium and the Netherlands with its acclaimed live casino and game show titles

Partners 9 Jan 2024

A coalition of gambling operators and sports teams has faced defeat in its legal battle against Belgium's ban on gambling advertisements

iGaming EMEA 4 Jul 2023