Industry
May 20, 2026
Dutch Lottery Warns Against Further Tax Increases
The Dutch Lottery has stated that the Netherlands’ increased gambling taxes have crippled the sector, diminishing the money the lottery raises for good causes. The lottery’s chief executive officer, Arjan Blok, warned that this has made the legal industry less competitive and, by extension, has also made the black market more dangerous. The Lottery’s 2025 […]
Industry
May 5, 2026
The Netherlands Mulls Over Further Gambling Ad Restrictions
The Netherlands is eyeing potential restrictions on gambling ads after officials acknowledged that the current measures might be insufficient. However, critics said that further restrictions would benefit black market operators while making the regulated industry less competitive. Lawmakers Acknowledged Self-Exclusion Shortcomings The Netherlands previously outlawed untargeted gambling ads, but some lawmakers believe that they must […]
Legal
March 20, 2026
Court Sides with BetCity in Case Involving Employee Said to Have Defrauded the Casino
A court in the Netherlands has ruled that a BetCity employee and player who collaborated to defraud the operator must repay significant damages. This comes after officials understood that the employee actively helped the player win. BetCity Employee Issued Thousands of Euros in Betting Credits to Players The situation arose when a player of the […]
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 […]
Casino
March 10, 2026
Dutch Gambling Sector Urges Tax Review After Revenue Drop
Key stakeholders in the Netherlands’ gambling industry are urging the government to reassess its current tax policy after projections showed a significant decline in tax income from the sector during 2025. Dutch Industry Warns Gambling Tax Hikes Cut State Revenue Industry representatives, including the Netherlands Online Gambling Association (VNLOK) and the state-backed Nederlandse Loterij, have […]
Casino
March 5, 2026
Failed Dutch Casino Robbery Could Lead to Suspended Sentences
Three people accused of attempting to rob a casino in the Dutch town of Sluis could avoid returning to prison after prosecutors proposed suspended sentences instead of additional jail time. The case relates to a failed plan in September 2023 that collapsed when one of the suspects unexpectedly encountered the casino’s manager and fled in […]
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 […]