The Dutch government's latest assessment of the gambling tax increase has concluded that the policy generated substantially less revenue than originally projected. A joint review carried out by the Ministry of Finance and the Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) found that changes in player behaviour, regulatory reforms and broader market developments reduced the expected benefits of the tax increases....
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Laws
June 1, 2026
KSA launches World Cup campaign to warn young adults about betting risks
The Dutch gambling regulator, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has launched a nationwide responsible gambling initiative aimed at young adults ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The campaign, titled "Laat je...
Laws
May 20, 2026
KSA tightens gambling oversight ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has announced stricter monitoring and enforcement measures ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, signalling increased scrutiny of sports betting activity and gambling advertising...
iGaming News, Laws
April 27, 2026
Kansspelautoriteit bans own goal bets over match-fixing concerns
The Kansspelautoriteit has directed licensed operators to remove betting markets on own goals, citing heightened risks linked to match manipulation. The decision follows a targeted review of sportsbook offerings in...
iGaming News, Laws
April 14, 2026
Kansspelautoriteit finds minimal underage access in online gambling
The Kansspelautoriteit has concluded that minors are largely unable to access licensed online gambling platforms in the Netherlands, following a detailed regulatory review of account registration and financial verification systems....
iGaming News, Laws
April 10, 2026
Nederlandse Loterij takes legal action against Qbet over illegal gambling
Nederlandse Loterij has initiated civil proceedings against Qbet, widely described as one of the largest unlicensed gambling platforms accessible within the Netherlands. The legal action reflects a broader effort by...
iGaming News, Laws
April 10, 2026
KSA flags Unibet operator Optdeck for AML non‑compliance
The Kansspelautoriteit has issued a formal regulatory instruction to Optdeck Service Limited, the operator behind the Unibet brand, following findings of non-compliance with Dutch anti-money laundering requirements. The decision reflects...
iGaming News, Laws
April 6, 2026
KSA clarifies rules on payouts and account closures in Netherlands
The Kansspelautoriteit, commonly referred to as KSA, has issued a formal clarification to licensed online gambling operators in the Netherlands regarding the handling of player account closures and the payout...
iGaming News, Laws
April 3, 2026
Kansspelautoriteit warns Bingo Loco over illegal gambling events
The Kansspelautoriteit has issued formal warnings to Ireland-based organiser Legs Eleven Limited and the Rotterdam venue Maassilo following findings that a series of Bingo Loco events breached Dutch gambling regulations....
iGaming News, Laws
April 2, 2026
KSA clarifies duty of care rules for Dutch online gambling operators
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the official gambling regulator in the Netherlands, has published two detailed studies alongside updated guidance aimed at strengthening how licensed online gambling operators meet their duty of...
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 25, 2026
JOI Gaming Limited faces KSA scrutiny over JACKS.NL link
The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit has formally addressed JOI Gaming Limited following a compliance issue tied to advertising restrictions in the Netherlands. The matter relates to a link embedded on...
iGaming News, Laws
March 19, 2026
KSA guidance on online gambling ad ban compliance in Netherlands
The Kansspelautoriteit has issued detailed guidance aimed at clarifying how licensed remote gambling operators must comply with the Netherlands’ ban on untargeted online advertising. The document provides practical direction, legal...
iGaming News, Laws
March 4, 2026
Netherlands match-fixing reports remain stable in 2025 analysis
The number of suspected match-fixing alerts submitted to the Dutch gambling regulator, the Kansspelautoriteit, remained broadly stable in 2025 compared to the previous year. However, while the volume of reports...
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 25, 2026
KSA clarifies ban on role models in gambling ads including influencers
The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit has issued further clarification regarding the implementation of the national ban on the use of role models in gambling advertising. The authority confirmed that the...
iGaming News, Laws
February 13, 2026
KSA warns operators over early payout feature clarity
The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit has issued a formal warning to several licensed online sports betting operators regarding the communication of their so called “early payout” feature. The authority found...
Companies & People, iGaming News
February 11, 2026
Kansspelautoriteit appoints Carol Verheij as vice chair
The Kansspelautoriteit has confirmed that Carol Verheij will join its board as a member and vice chair from 1 March 2026. The appointment was formally announced by the Dutch government...
Editor’s Choice 1, Laws
February 5, 2026
The Kansspelautoriteit and the art of fighting windmills!
Dutch gambling regulator fights black market with fines and bans but player protection remains limited.
iGaming News, Laws
February 3, 2026
Netherlands government plans blanket ban on gambling advertising
The newly formed minority coalition government in the Netherlands has unveiled an ambitious proposal to impose a comprehensive ban on all gambling advertising across the country. The initiative is presented...
iGaming News, Laws
January 26, 2026
Meta under scrutiny for illegal gambling adverts on social media
Meta faces growing criticism for its role in hosting and profiting from illegal gambling advertisements on its social media platforms. Industry bodies and regulators in Europe and the United Kingdom...
iGaming News, Laws
January 23, 2026
Bet365 reprimanded by Dutch regulator over deposit limit checks
Bet365 has been formally reprimanded by the Dutch gambling regulator after an audit concluded that the operator failed to correctly apply mandatory deposit limit checks introduced under the Netherlands’ strengthened...
iGaming News, Laws
January 21, 2026
KSA broadens oversight to curb illegal gambling in Netherlands
The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has announced a major expansion of its enforcement agenda for 2026. The authority is shifting its focus from merely targeting unlicensed gambling operators to...
iGaming News, Laws
January 5, 2026
KSA updates governance model and strengthens player protection
The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has entered 2026 with a refreshed governance model and an updated Board of Directors aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of its supervision and enforcement...
iGaming News, Laws
December 29, 2025
Kansspelautoriteit issues AML notice to Toto Online operator
The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has issued a formal notice to online gambling operator Toto Online following identified shortcomings under the Anti Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing Act...
iGaming News, Laws
December 23, 2025
KSA fines LeoVegas €500,000 for player protection failures
The Dutch gambling regulator has issued a significant financial penalty to LeoVegas, one of the leading online gambling operators in Europe, citing repeated failures to meet statutory duty-of-care obligations. The...
iGaming News, Laws
December 5, 2025
Dutch KSA funds €2M early gambling harm detection program
The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has announced an ambitious new initiative aimed at tackling gambling-related harm in the Netherlands. The regulator will provide nearly €2 million in funding to...