Author: Nathalie

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VNLOK notes two striking trends at the reporting center Meld Vals Spel

24 Sep 2025

In the fight against illegal online casinos, VNLOK believes it’s important to inform the public about reports received by Meld Vals Spel. They also believe politicians should be aware of how illegal casinos operate in the Dutch market.

Sensation

Gambling addiction expert Feite Hofman shares his vision in his own column

Nathalie

15 Sep 2025

Feite Hofman contributes a column to the Dutch website CasinoNieuws, sharing his experiences as a former gambling addict. He offers his opinions and perspectives on various topics.

Sensation

KVA warns: Illegal gambling advertisements are spreading on Facebook and Instagram

Nathalie

9 Sep 2025

A new form of illegal gambling advertising has surfaced on social media. The Keurmerk Verantwoorde Affiliates (KVA) has reported that players are being lured into Telegram groups with thousands of members and referred to illegal gambling providers in these groups.

Sensation

Kansspelautoriteit has imposed a penalty order on Unibet for prohibited betting

Nathalie

3 Sep 2025

Optdeck service Limited, the company behind Unibet, has been issued an enforcement order with a conditional penalty of up to 450 000 euros.

Sensation

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Dokkum Admiralty Days: Lottery car receives a parking fine of 120 euros

Nathalie

3 Sep 2025

The Admiralty Days in Dokkum are eagerly anticipated every year, and not just in the Dokkum area. This fantastic family festival with numerous activities on and around the water attracts countless visitors every year. The festivities last four days and mobilize numerous volunteers.

Sensation

Fair Play Casino fires CEO Michiel Nubé

Nathalie

2 Sep 2025

This Dutch casino is part of the Janshen-Hahnraths Group which operates and manages amusement centers and casinos throughout the Netherlands.

Sensation

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Two lotteries join forces: Lot of Happiness and Care-a-Lot will support charity together

Nathalie

14 Aug 2025

In the Netherlands, it’s very popular for lotteries to support various charities. Think of the Postcode Loterij and the Vriendenloterij. Lotteries Lot of Happiness and Care-a-Lot, also known for their commitment to charities, have now decided to join forces and merge under the name Lot of Happiness.

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Player under investigation over winnings at illegal online casino Bruno Casino

Nathalie

12 Aug 2025

A 22-year-old man from the Netherlands was sentenced to twelve weeks in prison, three of which were suspended.

Sensation

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Kansspelautoriteit starts partnership with Football Club Roda JC

Nathalie

9 Aug 2025

The Kansspelautoriteit is entering a remarkable partnership with the Kerkrade-based Football Club Roda JC. Roda JC plays in the Keuken Kampioen Divisie, the second-highest division in Dutch Football.

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Increase in gambling tax: Providers experience consequences

Nathalie

5 Aug 2025

The increase in the tax rate in the Netherlands is resulting in a decrease in revenue from gambling tax. This was confirmed by the Kansspelautoriteit.

Economy

Chairman of gambling addiction prevention organization SLICKS criticizes Cruks register

Nathalie

31 Jul 2025

Raymond Aronds (chairman of SLICKS) criticized the current use of Cruks on the radio program “Geld of je leven”. Aronds directed his criticism indirectly at politicians, as they are responsible for how this register functions.

Sensation

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Ksa warns 3 online casinos under the Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorist Financing Act

Nathalie

30 Jul 2025

Three online casinos have received a warning from the Ksa under the Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorist Financing Act (Wwft). The reason is that three providers allegedly failed to comply with the guidelines within this legal framework.

Legislation

JVH Gaming wins legal dispute: Gambling duty should have been reduced in 2020

Nathalie

25 Jul 2025

JVH Gaming is known in the Netherlands as the parent company of Jack’s, Flamingo Casino, and Flash Casino. The Council of State has now ruled in their favor in their legal dispute with the Kansspelautoriteit.

Legislation

Kansspelautoriteit: Providers must monitor player’s gaming frequency

Nathalie

23 Jul 2025

Not only losses, but also the frequency of players’ play requires supervision by providers, according to the Kansspelautoriteit. They announced this in their newsletter, which urges more scrutiny than just the amount a player loses.

Legislation

Kansspelautoriteit warns ZEbet and Starcasino regarding wagering obligations

Nathalie

19 Jul 2025

ZEbet and Starcasino have both been cited by the Kansspelautoriteit for allegedly requiring players to wager deposited money before withdrawing it.

Legislation

PokerStars aims to return to the Dutch market

Nathalie

18 Jul 2025

PokerStars.com is working hard to re-enter the Dutch market. They want to allow players from the Netherlands back in through an alternative path. However, because they do not hold the necessary license, they are currently exploring the possibility of partnering with another legal entity.

Economy