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BAGO Welcomes Positive Developments in Young People’s Gambling Behaviour, But Calls for Stricter Controls
BAGO, the Belgian federation of private gambling operators, is pleased with the latest figures from the Flemish Expertise Centre for Alcohol and other Drugs on the gambling behaviour of young people. In 2023, 12.4% of young people reported having bet on sports at some point, which is a slight decrease compared to the previous year (12.5%). For casino games, we can see a similar slight decrease to 5.3% in 2023 who had ever played (5.5% in 2022).
These figures show a clear stabilisation and even a decrease in the number of young people under 18 who participate in gambling for some games, despite the fact that the survey took place before the introduction of stricter rules on advertising and the increase in the minimum age. BAGO has always advocated an increase in the minimum age to 21 and strongly supports measures to better protect young people.
Despite the ban on gambling for under-18s that has been in place for years – which has been extended to 21 since 1 September – the participation of young people in certain games of chance is still too high. Because recognised providers apply strict age checks and have invested heavily in player protection in recent years, minors mainly gamble on illegal websites or via physical products from the National Lottery. Recent figures, published in L’Echo , show that 60% of the Belgian gambling market consists of unlicensed providers. BAGO therefore advocates stricter controls to ensure that young people under the legal minimum age do not have access to games of chance.
BAGO emphasises that the Gaming Commission must be sufficiently effective to tackle the illegal gambling circuit effectively. In this circuit, minors can still gamble, without any form of protection and there is no age limit. In addition, BAGO finds it illogical that the increase in the minimum age to 21 years does not apply to all National Lottery products and therefore calls for equal protection for young people. In addition to control and equal treatment, prevention is an essential part of keeping young people away from gambling.
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Kambi Group plc agrees Turnkey Sportsbook partnership with Dutch online operator Betnation
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Multi-year agreement will see the home of premium sports betting solutions deliver its market-leading online sportsbook to Betnation in the regulated Netherlands market
Kambi Group plc (“Kambi”), the home of premium sports betting solutions, has agreed a multi-year partnership with Dutch online operator Betnation to deliver its comprehensive Turnkey Sportsbook solution in the regulated Netherlands market.
Under the terms of the partnership, Kambi will power Betnation’s online sportsbook offering with its award-winning end-to-end sportsbook technology and services, including robust betting engine, advanced trading and risk management capabilities and regulatory compliance expertise.
Having successfully operated an online casino in the Netherlands since October 2022, Betnation will leverage Kambi’s proven turnkey capabilities to expand its presence in the online sports betting vertical.
With more than 50 partners globally, Kambi’s Turnkey Sportsbook has become the sportsbook of choice for operators in regulated markets — combining global scale, cutting-edge technology and flexibility to drive growth, ensure stability and deliver market-leading performance. Kambi’s Turnkey Sportsbook also offers an extensive range of operator empowerment tools, including price differentiation and player engagement solutions, which enable partners to stand out in competitive markets and deliver a unique sportsbook experience for their players.
Werner Becher, CEO of Kambi, said: “We are delighted to agree this partnership with Betnation as we strengthen our position as the sportsbook partner of choice for operators in regulated betting markets. As Betnation embarks on its next phase of growth, Kambi’s Turnkey Sportsbook solution offers the flexibility, scalability and performance needed to compete in highly competitive markets like the Netherlands, and we look forward to supporting our new partner’s success.”
Robert Schouten, CEO of Betnation, added: “Kambi’s reputation for excellence, cutting-edge technology and a commitment to regulated markets made them the natural choice as our new sportsbook provider. Their technology and expertise will enable us to provide our customers with a premium betting experience that matches the high standards they already expect from our online casino product.”
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CT Interactive has strengthened its presence in the Bulgarian market with the exclusive launch of Diamond Tree Jackpot on Palms Bet. This multi-currency, multi-game jackpot offers dynamic mechanics and big win potential, and is now available exclusively on Palms Bet offering premium gaming experience.and enhancing the operator’s competitive advantage in Bulgaria’s rapidly growing iGaming sector.
The Diamond Tree Jackpot system brings together ten of CT Interactive’s top-performing titles, each proven to deliver strong KPIs in player engagement and retention across multiple markets — now tailored to meet the unique preferences of Bulgarian players. The featured games include fan favourites such as 20 Mega Slot, 20 Star Party, 40 Mega Slot, 40 Treasures, Chilli Fruits, Lord of Luck, Lucky Clover, Moon Lord, Mystic Moon and Win Storm.
“Diamond Tree Jackpot represents an important achievement for CT Interactive in Bulgaria. Diamond Tree upgrade the progressive jackpot mechanics with multi game and multi-currency support creating a new flexible and engaging jackpot system that is perfectly aligned with the demands of the Bulgarian customers. We are confident this product will empower Palms Bet to significantly increase player engagement, extend session durations, and foster sustainable growth within the Bulgarian market through its seamless integration and player-focused features, said Martin Ivanov, Chief Operating Officer at CT Interactive.
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CreedRoomz has announced a new partnership with Betano, a global leader in sports betting and gaming. This collaboration will see CreedRoomz’s premium live casino content integrating onto Betano’s platform.
CreedRoomz says: “By joining forces, we aim to reinforce our commitment to delivering top-tier, localized experiences. This strategy helps us significantly drive customer engagement and overall growth in highly competitive global regions.
“Together with Betano, we help our operators unlock access to a massive, global audience, ensuring players receive a game-changing experience built on reliability and market-leading content.”
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