Prediction Markets
July 10, 2026
Dutch Regulator Says Polymarket’s Still Gambling
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Dutch gambling regulator, has ruled against an appeal put forward by Adventure One QSS Inc, the company that operates prediction market platform Polymarket in the country. KSA Doubles Down on Polymarket Opposition Essentially, the KSA maintained what it had previously found to be true, i.e., Polymarket had offered games that included […]
Industry
June 17, 2026
KSA Issues $3.6M Fine to Vave.com, Claiming It Operated Illegally
The Dutch Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) has levied a fine against a Costa Rica-based operator over the illegal provision of gambling. The KSA issued a reminder that only operators with a Dutch license are allowed to operate in the Netherlands. The Operator Targeted the Dutch Market In its official release, the KSA said that it has […]
Industry
May 29, 2026
KSA Launches Harm Awareness Campaign Ahead of FIFA World Cup
The Dutch Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) has warned young sports fans of the dangers of excessive sports betting. The so-called Laat je niet zoek spelen (Don’t let yourself Get lost in the game) campaign comes ahead of the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup. “Don’t Let Yourself Get Lost in the Game” As the campaign’s title suggests, […]
Industry
April 28, 2026
KSA Warns Holland Casino Online & Vbet over Unauthorized Own Goal Bets
The Dutch Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) has warned two operators over certain betting products that carry an increased risk of match-fixing. In this case, these included bets related to own goals. The Two Operators Took Down the Unauthorized Bets In its announcement, the KSA said that Holland Casino Online and Vbet had been offering bets on […]
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 […]
