Industry
March 10, 2026
KSA Issues Record-Breaking Fine to Novatech over Unlicensed Gaming
The Dutch Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) has issued fines to two operators that provided gambling in breach of the law. One of these received a record-breaking fine, although the KSA chair argued that it should have been even higher. Fortaprime and Novatech Find Themselves in Hot Water In its announcement, the KSA said that it has […]
Industry
February 17, 2026
KSA Fines Polymarket Over Unauthorized Gaming
The Dutch Gaming Authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), announced that it has penalized the increasingly popular prediction markets operator Polymarket over what the Netherlands considers to be illegal gambling. The operator was previously encouraged to exit the market or risk a fine. Polymarket Finds Itself in Hot Water in the Netherlands According to the KSA’s official announcement, […]
Industry
February 16, 2026
Dutch Gambling Authority Appoints Carol Verheij as Vice-Chair Ahead of 2026 Overhaul
Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Dutch gambling authority, is renewing its leadership as it prepares to implement its 2026 agenda. Carol Verheij will join the Board of Directors as vice-chair on March 1. Her leadership will be instrumental in guiding the regulator through the next phase of market oversight as it navigates an increasingly challenging regulatory climate. […]
Industry
January 23, 2026
KSA Warns Bet365 over Wrong Affordability Format, Faulty Calculations
The Dutch Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) announced that it has ordered Hillside, which operates the bet365 brand in the Netherlands, to strengthen its social responsibility (duty of care) protocols. This followed an investigation that suggested the company’s duty of care measures were insufficient. The Operator Had Inappropriate Affordability Assessment Processes In its announcement, the KSA noted […]
Industry
January 21, 2026
Netherlands to Target the Broader Illegal Gambling Ecosystem per KSA’s 2026 Agenda
The Dutch Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) has published its agenda for the new year, outlining plans to double down on its efforts against the black market and continue to shield players from harm. KSA to Target the Broader Illegal Gambling Ecosystem In its new agenda, the KSA outlined a few core goals for 2026, which include […]
Industry
January 14, 2026
KSA Fines ComeOn Parent for Social Responsibility Shortcomings
The Netherlands’ Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) announced that it has issued a fine to another operator. This time, the violator failed to properly shield its players from gambling harm. The Operator Allowed Several Young Adults to Play Excessively In its announcement, the KSA confirmed Tulipa Ent Limited, the parent company of the popular ComeOn brand, as […]
Casino
November 24, 2025
Netherlands Land-Based Casinos Continue to Struggle, KSA Data Shows
According to the Netherlands Gambling Authority’s (KSA) latest annual Market Scan, GGR from land-based casinos fell by EUR 61 million (about $70.6 million), showing that the country’s land-based gambling operators are again coming under renewed pressure. Regulator Shows Financial Decline in the Netherlands’ Land-Based Sector The decline persists even though the broader market has stabilised, […]
Industry
November 17, 2025
Kansspelautoriteit Wins Bronze Effie for Social Impact Campaign
For its “Pak je leven weer op, neem een gokstop” (Get Your Life Back, Stop Gambling) campaign, developed alongside FCB Amsterdam, the Netherlands Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit or simply KSA) has been honored with a bronze Effie Award in the social category for delivering a powerful message about responsible gambling. Kansspelautoriteit Wins Bronze Effie Award The Effie […]
Industry
November 12, 2025
KSA Partners with Roda JC Kerkrade to Explore Younger Adults’ Betting Habits
The Dutch Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) announced a new joint initiative with Roda JC Kerkrade, a professional soccer club. According to the KSA’s official announcement, the collaboration will seek to understand how the youth in the Parkstad region feel about sports betting. The Probe Will Answer Pressing Questions About Young Adults and Betting The KSA said […]
Industry
October 30, 2025
KSA Fines BetCity €2.65M for Failing to Protect Young Gamblers
The independent administrative body that supervises and regulates gambling services in the Netherlands, the Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA), has hit BetCity with a EUR 2.65 million ($3.07 million) fine. The punitive measure came as a result of the operator failing to protect young players from gambling-related harm. Improper Monitoring The regulator’s decision followed a lengthy […]