In the new State Treaty on Gambling, the first stated objective in §1 is to prevent the emergence of gambling addiction and to create the conditions for an effective fight against addiction. How does this objective fit in with the actions of the NRW government? In the last few years, the government has reduced the funds for the fight against gambling addiction instead of increasing them.
Christian_1994
A few days ago, Berlin's administrative court confirmed that betting shops in the German capital must keep a minimum distance of 500 metres from gambling halls. In doing so, it dismissed the complaints of several betting companies from Malta. But what are the practical implications of this ruling
Christian_1994
After having undergone a comprehensive structural restoration, a few days ago, the Spielbank Berlin reopened its main location on Potsdamer Platz. Guests can now play here on six floors and make use of 500 slot machines and 40 game tables. The 14-metre-high crystal chandelier directly at the entrance of the building is an eye catcher. How expensive were the refurbishments and what is the entrance price now?
Christian_1994
The German vending machine industry has for some time had to deal with a decline in sales. Now the board spokesman, Georg Stecker, is also warning that the black market is growing. Because of the strict legal provisions, the legal casinos cannot compete with the illegal gambling services. How can this problem be solved?
Christian_1994
Most of the spa towns in Germany have their own casino. Baden-Baden, Wiesbaden, Bad Wiessee and Bad Ems are among the most popular spa towns. Why is there such a strong connection between such relaxation cities, i.e. spa towns and gambling services? To be able to answer this question we must go back a while.
Chris_W
In Bavaria there are nine casinos in all. The most successful Bavarian casino is situated in Bad Wiessee, directly near Lake Tegern near Munich. Last year, 33.5 million Euro were gambled away just in this casino. The population living in the area tends to be quite wealthy so that explains the high sales in the casino near Lake Tegern.
Christian_1994
For some time, we have been seeing an increase in the number of illegal slot machines in Germany. Nearly every day it is reported in the media that illegal slot machines are confiscated during raids. However even for the investigating authorities it is often not easy to recognise money slot-machines which are manipulated. What can the perpetrators earn from such illegal slot machines?
Christian_1994
Around two weeks there were unusual scenes in a casino in Las Vegas. Whilst casino guests were sitting at their tables, a few metres away from them, a Formula 1 car from red Bull drove through the premises. A video of this scene is currently doing the rounds on social networks. But why would a real Formula 1 car drive through the gambling area of a casino?
Christian_1994
Gambling operators were rated during a recent survey which was held in Germany to find out which is the most popular casino. The result was clear: the majority of the gambling fans widely prefer Merkur Casinos. But in which areas do the casinos with the yellow sun perform well and why?
Christian_1994
A criminal gang must appear and answer in front of the District Court of Munich. The men are being accused of having tampered the slot machines in different gambling halls in the area of Fürstenfeldbruck. This led to considerable damages. But how did the men manage to do this, and which fine are they facing?
Christian_1994
A few days ago, the Hessische Rundfunk published an interesting documentary called ”7 days in the casino”. This documentary is surprisingly objective, and it tackles the issue of gambling without many prejudices. But where can one access the TV-report online and what is it exactly about?
Christian_1994
The Spanish government has in the past two years not only strictly regulated online gambling but also the land-based gambling sector. As it was announced a few days ago, the autonomous community of Madrid has adopted further gambling restrictions. Among these is the fact that it will soon be obligatory to have a “bouncer” at the door of every gambling hall. But do these newly adopted measures make sense?
Christian_1994
A few days ago, a court in Singapore sentenced a young man to several years imprisonment, among other things for hostage taking. The 25-year-old accused seems to have captivated his online date in the hotel room and demanded around 48,000 Euro from the woman. The perpetrator had boasted that he wanted to pay his gambling debts with the hostage money.
Christian_1994
In the future it will be easier for those who want to visit a casino in Las Vegas to gamble here without cash. How will this function? It is very easy: The players must previously register and then make use of an App to play in the land-based casino.
Christian_1994
In January all arcades in the city area of Freiburg had to close. There was an outrage all over Germany as a reaction to this extreme action. The total closure of arcades did not pass a first judicial review however. But does this mean that there will not be any arcades in Freiburg now and why did all arcades in the city in Baden-Württemberg have to close?
Christian_1994