November 20, 2023

KSA Cracks Down on Illegal Bingo Operations in Dordrecht, Netherlands

Dutch Regulator KSA Takes Firm Action Against Illegal Bingo Events in Dordrecht The Dutch gambling authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has intensified its crackdown on illegal gambling activities by shutting down an unauthorized bingo operation in Dordrecht, Netherlands. The illegal bingo events, which attracted hundreds of customers including minors, were held by the Dordtse Queens bingo business. […]

October 31, 2023

KSA Sanctions Two for Unlicensed Dutch Gambling Operations

The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Netherlands’ authoritative body for gambling, has handed down hefty penalties to two operators, MKC Limited and GoldWin, for offering unauthorized gambling services within the Dutch jurisdiction. GoldWin faced a substantial fine of €6.7m, prompted by the discovery that Dutch gamblers had unobstructed access to the Malta-situated operator’s domain, Westcasino.com. Upon investigating […]

October 29, 2023

Dutch Minister Announces Campaign against Online Gambling Scams

Amid rising concerns over sports betting scams targeting the youth, Franc Weerwind, the Dutch Minister for Legal Protection, has unveiled a robust, multi-year initiative aimed at curbing online gambling-related fraud. This campaign emerges as a countermeasure to apprehensions voiced in the parliament over potential match-fixing promoted through social platforms. In a discussion with MPs from […]

July 10, 2023

KSA Investigates Surging Crypto Payments for illegal gambling

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 […]

June 27, 2023

SCGO Limited Secures Online Gambling License in the Netherlands from Kansspelautoriteit KSA

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 […]

June 21, 2023

MGA Revokes Licence of MKC Limited

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 […]

June 21, 2023

KSA receives overwhelming number of queries regarding the prohibition of Dutch gambling advertisements

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 […]

June 8, 2023

The Winning Poker Network and Goldwin Ltd have been subjected to penalties by the KSA

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 […]

Netherlands’ Regulatory Body Urges Enhanced Authority in Tackling Illicit Organizations

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. […]

June 5, 2023

Bingoal Faces €400K Fine from KSA for Advertising Messages Targeting Young Adults

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 […]