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Well-known Dutchman gambled on elections – politics wants explanation from state secretary

17 Nov 2025

The US platform Polymarket is once again under the magnifying glass. After earlier media criticism, the CDA in the Lower House has now also sounded the alarm. MP Derk Boswijk put 14 questions to State Secretary Arno Rutte of Justice and Security.

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The lost bet on gambling taxation in the Netherlands

Sarah

14 Nov 2025

The increase in gambling tax in the Netherlands was intended to boost government revenue. However, as the tax rate rises, warning signs are multiplying: a decline in expected revenues, increased pressure on operators and players turning to illegal gambling.

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BetCity wants fine kept secret, but fails

Julien

13 Nov 2025

BetCity the well-known Dutch online gambling platform tried to stop the publication of a multi-million fine, but was not vindicated by the court. The Kansspelautoriteit may simply disclose the €2.65 million penalty imposed, despite BetCity’s pending appeal.

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KSA and Roda JC launch study on youth gambling behavior

Glen

13 Nov 2025

The Kansspelautoriteit, the Dutch Gambling Authority, and Roda JC are closely examining the gambling behavior of young people in the Parkstad area. They aim to understand exactly what is happening among these young adults.

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888.nl under fire for poor customer service

Glen

13 Nov 2025

The 888 online casino is now under fire from the Dutch authorities. The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) has opened proceedings against the company after finding that its customer service was not sufficiently accessible.

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PepperMill Casino targeted by shocking social media fraud

Julien

12 Nov 2025

PepperMill Casino, a well-known player in the Belgian casino world, has been targeted by online scammers. Through social media such as Facebook and Instagram, illegal parties try to lure players to banned gambling websites.

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Gaming1 becomes sole owner of Circus.nl

Glen

12 Nov 2025

The Belgian group Gaming1, already a major player in digital entertainment in Europe, now becomes 100% owner of Betca NV, the operator behind Circus.nl. This acquisition marks a strategic step in Gaming1’s expansion on the Dutch market, one of the most regulated and competitive on the continent since its regulation in 2021.

Economy

Smart test aims to stop chaos in the gambling market

Glen

7 Nov 2025

The Netherlands has been trying for years to get a grip on online gambling. Through rules, bans, and limits, the government hopes to protect gamblers. But the outcome is different. Legal operators are losing ground, while the illegal market is growing faster than ever. And the players? They will soon be further from help than ever before.

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Holland Casino considering major reorganization in 2026

Glen

6 Nov 2025

Holland Casino may be facing a major reorganization in 2026. The reason is the upcoming increase in the gambling tax to 37.8%. This measure hits the state-owned company hard, especially as it is already under financial pressure.

Economy

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Man wins nearly €500,000 jackpot while waiting at Holland Casino

Julien

2 Nov 2025

What started as a wait at Holland Casino Amsterdam-Centrum ended in an unforgettable evening for a regular visitor. The man wanted to play at a poker table, but there were no seats available at the time. To pass the time, he decided to take a seat at an empty Ultimate Texas Hold’Em table.

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Six legal Dutch casinos targeted for deception

Caroline

30 Oct 2025

The Consumentenbond is threatening to launch a class action against six legal Dutch online casinos. They are accused of using ‘dark patterns’ to induce players to bet more, reveals CasinoZorgplicht.

Legislation

Betent fined €2.65m for neglecting young players

Glen

29 Oct 2025

The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) has struck a blow. It has just imposed a fine of €2.65 million on Betent (the company operating BetCity) for failing in its duty to protect players.

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Man (55) defrauds Facebook users for gambling money

Julien

25 Oct 2025

A 55-year-old man from The Hague has been convicted of defrauding eight people via Facebook. He received money for items he never delivered. The total damage amounted to €484.

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Fair Play takes top executive to court – and wins decisively

Julien

24 Oct 2025

The court in Limburg has ruled that Michiel Nubé’s dismissal is legally valid. He was dismissed in August 2025 as CEO of Janshen-Hahnraths Group, the parent company of Fair Play Casino.

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The Staatsloterij’s giant advertising fish at jaarsbeursplein in Utrecht: The city is displeased

Nathalie

23 Oct 2025

It was a remarkable scene at Jaarsbeursplein in Utrecht when the Staatsloterij launched a campaign using a giant advertising fish (known from their logo) to promote the draw on October 10, 2025. However, the municipality of Utrecht reacted with dismay to this scene due to the increase in gambling addiction.

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The Ksa launches limited licences for mechanical games

Glen

22 Oct 2025

The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), the Dutch authority responsible for regulating games of chance, has just announced the forthcoming creation of a new type of operating licence for skill machines.

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ECJ calls European Commission to order: Investigation into Dutch gambling monopoly to be reviewed

Nathalie

20 Oct 2025

The European Court of Justice has ruled that the European Commission did not perform its duties optimally in a long-running case concerning the Dutch gambling monopoly. Their ruling is that the European Commission must therefore re-examine its investigation.

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