Location: Netherlands
Status of gambling reforms unclear as Dutch government collapses
The possibility of the Netherlands‘ gambling reforms pressing ahead is under question after a collapse within the governing coalition threw... more
Betsson calls off Dutch acquisitions after regulatory delays
Betsson has abandoned plans to re-enter the Dutch iGaming market via acquisition, citing prolonged regulatory delays. The company confirmed... more
Dutch government confirms Holland Casino will not be privatized, hopes to mitigate impact of tax increase
The Dutch government will retain control of Nederlandse Loterij and Holland Casino, to focus on reforming its online gambling legislation... more
Dutch regulator keeps close watch on slot machines amid casino closures
The Dutch gambling authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has warned against the illicit distribution of gambling machines amid an increase... more
Google responds to Dutch call for action against online gambling ads
The crackdown on illicit gambling operators in the Netherlands continues, with two lawmakers applying pressure on Google. Mikal Tseggai of... more
Higher gambling tax could lead to bankruptcy for Holland Casino, state-owned company says
Holland Casino is expecting the increase in costs due to higher gambling tax to lead to doubts regarding the future of the business. In... more
Dutch trade body concerned over illegal market growth
The Licensed Dutch Online Gambling Providers trade body has shared its concerns over illegal market growth in the Netherlands, after the... more
Dutch regulator issues record fine over player safety failures
Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Dutch gambling regulator, has issued a €734k [$835k] fine over a player protection breach involving young... more
Dutch GGR up for the year in 2024, though down after deposit limits introduced
The Dutch regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has reported that market GGR for legal gambling has fallen since the introduction of deposit... more
Dutch responsible gambling report sees slide in extreme player losses
Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has reported a positive effect on responsible gambling as a result of the Netherlands’... more
