The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Dutch gambling regulator, has taken a significant leap forward in promoting responsible gaming by initiating six pivotal gambling research projects. These projects, funded by the Addiction Prevention Fund (VPF), are set to explore various facets of gambling addiction, ranging from prevention and treatment to product-specific interventions. This initiative, a part of […]
In a landmark enforcement action, the Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has levied a massive €3 million fine against the well-known operator BetCity. This fine, one of the largest in the sector’s history, arises from significant breaches in anti-money laundering (AML) and terrorist financing regulations, highlighting the KSA’s unwavering commitment to maintaining integrity within the […]
Enhancing Responsible Gaming: Dutch Regulator Advocates for CRUKS Self-Exclusion Awareness The Dutch gambling authority, Kansspelautoriteit, is launching an innovative pilot campaign to raise public awareness about CRUKS, the Netherlands’ national self-exclusion register for gambling. This campaign, utilizing various social media platforms, aims to educate the public on how to use CRUKS effectively for self-exclusion from […]
Dutch Gambling Regulator Reports on Enforcement Actions, Investigates Crypto Payments and Illegal Gambling on Social Media The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the gambling regulator in the Netherlands, has released a report detailing its enforcement actions in the first half of the year. The KSA’s investigations focused on various areas, including crypto payments, illegal gambling promotions on social […]
KSA Issued 24th Online Gambling Licence, Granting License to Malta-Based Operator for Dutch Online Gaming. SCGO Limited, a prominent online gambling operator, has recently announced the acquisition of an online gambling license in the Netherlands from the national regulatory authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA). Although the specific brand under which it will launch has not been disclosed […]
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has taken the decision to cancel the licence of MKC Limited due to its significant breaches of various regulations. MKC, based in Malta, operated the Betworld247 sports betting and casino site under its B2C gaming service licence. However, as a result of this regulatory action, the company is no longer […]
As the Dutch ban on gambling advertising approaches, scheduled to be enforced in a matter of weeks, there is a growing interest within the industry to obtain a more comprehensive understanding of the enforcement procedures. However, the country’s gambling regulatory authority has indicated that it can only offer limited guidance at this time. During the […]
Two operators have been penalized by the Dutch regulator de Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) for unlawfully enabling Dutch players to access their services. Following their operation without a Dutch license, both Winning Poker Network and Goldwin Ltd were cautioned by the KSA. While Goldwin Ltd ceased operations in response to the warning, Winning Poker Network did not […]
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) Appeals for Strengthened Legal Framework, Simplified Procedures, and Expanded Access to Vital Identity Data. In an effort to ensure a fair and transparent gambling market, the KSA is focused on enhancing its technical capabilities. While the regulator has achieved notable success, it has identified various legal loopholes that hinder its maximum effectiveness. […]
Bingoal Argues that Sanction Violates Principle of Legal Certainty Due to Ambiguous Regulation Wording. Bingoal Receives €400,000 ($428,000) Fine from Dutch Gaming Regulator for Targeting Young Adults with Advertising Messages. Targeting the Young Adult Demographic In the latest enforcement action, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has issued a significant financial penalty to Bingoal. This marks the fifth […]