A few days ago, there was a large-scale raid in tranquil East Frisia and Friesland involving the police, customs and the public prosecutor's office. A total of around 400 officers were involved in the operation. But were any arrests made during the large-scale raid and what evidence was seized?
Christian_1994
US gambling companies are known for making a grand entrance - especially when they come from Las Vegas. BetMGM, a digital bookmaker and online casino whose platform belongs to the legendary MGM Resorts International with dozens of entertainment hotels in the USA and worldwide, is undoubtedly a prime example of this genre. For some time now, the company has also been focussing on European markets. The brand recently went live in Sweden with a wide range of innovative offers. But that is not the end of the story. In fact, the company is also active in Germany in a slightly different form.
Chris_W
A man in Dornstadt near Ulm caused several tens of thousands of euros worth of damage while parking. After manoeuvring back and forth several times, the 57-year-old accidentally stepped on the accelerator and drove at high speed into an amusement arcade in front of the car.
Christian_1994
The World Series of Poker (WSOP) is already an international phenomenon. The tournaments are watched all over the world and the pros have hundreds of thousands of fans. So far, however, the events have mainly taken place on US soil, which is now apparently changing. It is reported that the WSOP is aiming for a large-scale expansion that will also anchor it more firmly in Europe. For players, this means easier participation and new match formats. Poker enthusiasts will get all the more exciting entertainment.
Chris_W
Whether online or offline - the Irish like to gamble a lot. This makes it all the more astonishing that the island's gambling laws are inadequate and outdated in many respects. The last comprehensive revision actually took place in 1956, and a new direction has been debated for years, which should then also include digital offerings. Now it seems that the time has finally come: In mid-October, the Gambling Regulation Bill was passed by the lower house of the Irish parliament Dáil Éireann and is set to come into force in 2024. The regulations are among the strictest in Europe.
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The International Criminal Police Organisation, better known as Interpol, struck a major blow against illegal gambling around a fortnight ago. More than 5,100 people are said to have been arrested in the course of the extensive investigations. Betting fraud was at the centre of the investigation. But how did Interpol track down the suspects?
Christian_1994
Sports betting is a gigantic market, the international scale of which remains hidden from most people. A recent ARD documentary shows that the business is flourishing in Asia in particular - often under questionable conditions. Licenses are usually not available and betting fraud seems to be the order of the day. Experts estimate the turnover from illegal activities alone at well over 1 trillion euros - a figure with 13 digits! In the midst of this, Bundesliga clubs have partnerships with various dubious betting sites and presumably profit handsomely from the hustle and bustle.
Chris_W
In hardly any other country are so many people affected by gambling addiction as in Australia. The aim now is to fight the new ‘widespread disease’ and work on the gambling behaviour of Australians. But how precarious is the situation with problem gambling behaviour in the faraway Down Under?
Christian_1994
For most fans, the appeal of poker lies in the subtle interplay of strategy, skill, psychological strength and patience. Those who are well-positioned in these areas and understand the dynamics of the classic card game can not only achieve exciting successes, but also rake in considerable winnings. However, as in so many areas of life, digital technologies are ensuring that human skill is no longer as important as it used to be. In fact, so-called poker bots now offer active support that massively increases your own chances. The organised use of such software is expected to increase.
Chris_W
Video games and gambling are actually two different things. Sometimes, however, the two worlds are mixed together. This is the case with ‘Peglin’, a rogue-like with key elements from classic Japanese slot machines. The game from Red Nexus was released back in 2022, but was only released a few weeks ago for the Nintendo Switch, which is primarily aimed at young target groups. Could there be problems here due to the gambling nature of the game?
Chris_W
The Swedish-based gaming group Betsson published its latest quarterly sales around a week ago. Compared to the previous year, turnover rose by almost a fifth. But what are the reasons and causes for Betsson's continued success?
Christian_1994
The digital world is having an increasing impact on all of our lives. The fact that smartphones have become an indispensable everyday tool for most people is an impressive illustration of this development. Offline and online are becoming increasingly intertwined. This multidimensionality is also reflected in the OKTO.CASH payment method, which enables cash transactions for online gambling. The idea is not new, but has not been widespread in Germany to date. Interwetten recently introduced corresponding cash-to-digital payments.
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The Institute for Gambling and Society (GLÜG) has had a new Managing Director for a few weeks now. His name is Prof. Stefan Korte. But what tasks does the new director have and why does the GLÜG exist at all?
Christian_1994
The English Premier League is undoubtedly one of the best and most economically attractive soccer leagues in the world: the clubs and their stars are known around the globe and offer huge advertising potential for companies. Sponsorships are correspondingly lucrative. Gambling companies in particular have often benefited from the huge reach and positive appeal. However, as such companies will no longer be allowed to act as main sponsors in the Premier League from the start of the 2026/27 season, many clubs have had to look for alternatives, which they have obviously found in the crypto industry.
Chris_W
There is sometimes a fine line between legal gambling or card games in a private setting and illegal rounds. However, in the case of the poker meeting that has now been uncovered in the Bavarian capital of Munich, the authorities should not have to check for long whether it was on the borderline or not. A lavish setting with professional equipment, exquisite catering and lots of cash, which came to light after lengthy investigations, leave little doubt about a profit-oriented and ultimately illegal background.
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