European gambling regulators have taken a further step toward coordinated oversight with the launch of a new communication-focused initiative that brings together authorities from multiple jurisdictions. The initiative reflects a growing recognition that effective public messaging plays a central role in modern gambling regulation, particularly as digital channels reshape how consumers engage with betting and gaming services....
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iGaming News, Laws
March 27, 2026
Kansspelautoriteit clarifies rules on sports betting markets scope
The Kansspelautoriteit has issued a formal clarification regarding the scope of licensed sports betting activities in the Netherlands, reinforcing that operators may only offer wagers directly linked to recognised sporting...
iGaming News, Laws
March 2, 2026
Kansspelautoriteit reviews ad breaches involving TonyBet, Betcity and Kansino
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), commonly referred to as the Dutch Gambling Authority, has formally contacted three licensed operators, TonyBet, Betcity and Kansino, in relation to separate marketing compliance incidents. The cases...
iGaming News, Laws
February 9, 2026
Dutch regulator addresses bet365 and One Casino betting errors
The Dutch Gambling Authority has confirmed that it has held discussions with bet365 and One Casino after identifying errors that allowed bets to be placed on prohibited football markets. The...
iGaming News, Laws
November 17, 2025
KSA wins Effie for responsible gambling campaign
The Dutch Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, KSA) has been awarded a bronze Effie for its innovative campaign titled “Pak je leven weer op, neem een gokstop” (“Get your life back on...
iGaming News, Laws
August 14, 2025
KSA strengthens gambling permit database oversight
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the regulatory body overseeing gambling in the Netherlands, has declared that it will increase monitoring of its Control Database (CDB) to ensure licence holders maintain accurate and...
Companies & People, iGaming News
July 29, 2025
VBet Netherlands removed from Google search results
Since December 2024, VBet Netherlands—a licensed and regulated platform owned by BetConstruct—has been effectively erased from Google’s organic search results. In its place, Dutch users have been met with unauthorized...
iGaming News, Laws
April 7, 2025
KSA intensifies action against illegal gambling apps
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), also known as the Dutch Gambling Authority, has significantly increased its enforcement efforts against illegal gambling apps in the Netherlands. Since the start of 2025, the regulator...
iGaming News, Laws
March 5, 2025
KSA Cracks Down on Online Gambling Autoplay
The Dutch Gambling Authority, known as Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has taken decisive action against the use of the autoplay function in online gambling. The regulator has reiterated its strict prohibition of...
iGaming News, Laws
February 19, 2025
Netherlands Gambling Laws Reduce Player Losses Effectively
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, KSA) has recently conducted an extensive study to assess the impact of new regulatory measures introduced in the latter half of 2024. These regulations were...
iGaming News, Laws
February 15, 2025
KSA Reports Success in New Gambling Rules
The Dutch Gambling Authority, known as Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has recently published an in-depth analysis regarding the initial effects of the updated gambling regulations introduced in October. These new policies aim...
iGaming News, Laws
January 21, 2025
KSA Publishes Study on Risky Gambling Behavior
In an ongoing effort to address the growing concerns around gambling addiction and its detrimental effects on individuals and society, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Dutch Gambling Authority, has released a...
iGaming News, Laws
January 9, 2025
AML Regulations in the Netherlands Gambling Industry
You may be interested to know how Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations are shaping the gambling landscape in the Netherlands. As I explore this topic, I will discuss the key aspects...
iGaming News, Laws
December 2, 2024
KSA Issues Penalty Over Illegal Online Gambling
The Netherlands' gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has issued a warning to companies offering unlicensed online gaming services, warning that failure to halt operations on four specific websites could result in...
iGaming News, Laws
November 29, 2024
Techno Offshore and Novatech Solutions Fined by KSA
The Dutch Gambling Authority (KSA) has recently taken decisive action against two companies, Techno Offshore and Novatech Solutions, issuing penalty payment orders for offering illegal gambling services to Dutch players....
iGaming News, Laws
November 7, 2024
KSA Takes Action Against Sponsorship Violations
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Dutch gambling authority, has recently issued warnings to three gambling operators for breaching the nation’s sponsorship regulations. These violations stem from incidents where sponsorship activities were...
iGaming News, Laws
September 18, 2024
Netherlands Tough Stance on Online Casinos
Most countries are still grappling with the complexities of regulating online gambling, but the Netherlands has adopted a particularly rigorous approach. Following the enforcement of the Remote Gambling Act in...
Casinos & Bonus, Laws
September 7, 2024
The Netherlands’ War on Illegal Online Casinos
Netherlands has taken significant steps to combat illegal online casinos, implementing strict regulations to deter unlicensed operators and protect consumers. With the introduction of the Remote Gambling Act, the Dutch...
Casinos & Bonus, Laws
September 4, 2024
Netherlands vs. Unregulated Online Casinos
You may be wondering about the implications of the legal clash between The Netherlands and unregulated online casinos. As the Dutch government intensifies its efforts to combat illegal gambling operations,...
iGaming News, Laws
August 29, 2024
The Netherlands’ Increasing Fines on Non-Compliant Online Casinos
Fines imposed on non-compliant online casinos in the Netherlands have recently seen a significant uptick as the government intensifies its crackdown on illegal gambling operations. With the regulatory landscape evolving,...
iGaming News, Licenses & Payments
August 18, 2024
Fines Across European Gaming Jurisdictions (2020-2022)
This article provides an in-depth examination of the fines imposed by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) from 2020 to 2022 and compares them with fines imposed by gaming regulators in...
iGaming News
December 12, 2023
Netherlands iGaming Odyssey
After experiencing two years of robust growth, the online casino industry in the Netherlands is gearing up for another promising year, as indicated by the Dutch Gambling Authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA)....