The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has appointed Pierre Tournier as interim Secretary General, effective 1 September 2026, following Maarten Haijer’s decision to step down after nearly two decades with the association. The leadership transition marks a significant change for the Brussels-based trade association at a time when Europe’s regulated online gambling market continues to face evolving regulatory requirements and concerns surrounding the illegal market....
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Laws
June 2, 2026
European operators support new EN 18144 standard for safer gambling
The European gaming industry has taken a significant step toward strengthening responsible gambling practices following the publication of EN 18144, a new voluntary European standard designed to help operators identify...
Regulation
January 19, 2026
Tipico joins EGBA to strengthen regulated gambling standards
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has announced that Tipico has joined its growing membership. The move represents a strategic development for both organisations and highlights an increasing focus...
Responsible Gambling
November 6, 2025
European Safer Gambling Week 2025 launches official website
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has officially unveiled the website for the European Safer Gambling Week 2025 (ESGW25), which can be accessed at www.safergambling.eu. This milestone marks a...
iGaming News, Licenses & Payments
December 20, 2023
Surge in Italian Online Gambling Licence Fees
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has raised serious concerns about a proposed increase in online gambling licence fees in Italy. The association is urging Italian lawmakers to reconsider...