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Dutch gambling changes could see at-risk players switch to illegal operators

A ban on online gambling in the Netherlands could lead to almost half of at-risk players switching to illegal online casinos, according to a new survey. The Online Gaming Barometer 2024, the annual survey of Dutch gambling published by industry association Netherlands Online Gambling Association (NOGA), found a decrease in at-risk players as a…

Law ・ 28 May 2024

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Netherlands coalition agreement proposes increased gambling tax

As reported by CasinoNieuws.nl, the budgetary appendix to the agreement stated gambling tax in the Netherlands would be altered from 30.5% to 37.8% should the agreement become implemented. The state treasury would be provided with an additional €202m (£173.3m/$219.6m) per year in gambling tax contributions. The PVV, VVD, NSC and BBB were the…

Finance ・ 16 May 2024

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NOGA warns of black market risk from Netherlands slot ban

As first reported by the Netherlands-based Casino Nieuws, on Tuesday (16 April) the Netherlands' house of representatives voted to ban all targeted advertising. It also voted to prohibit "high-risk" gambling, which includes slots. In addition to the two motions put forward by Socialist party MP Michiel van Nispen, further motions were passed for…

Incidents ・ 17 April 2024

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Dutch MPs vote to ban high-risk online slots

Members of the House of Representatives also voted for a ban on online gambling advertising. The Netherlands.- A narrow majority of MPs in the Dutch House of Representatives have voted in favour of motions to ban online slots and to prohibit online gambling advertising. Other motions call for mandatory financial risk checks and identification for…

Law ・ 17 April 2024

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Dutch lawmakers pass bills to ban online gambling advertising, 'high risk' online games including slots

The Netherlands' House of Representatives voted on Tuesday in favor of two motions to ban online gambling advertising and what lawmakers termed as "high-risk" online casino games, including slots. The motions, proposed by Socialist Party (SP) MP Michiel van Nispen, received a narrow majority in the House of Representatives. The first motion called…

Law ・ 17 April 2024

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Netherlands MPs vote on banning online slots

The news means that the Netherlands House of Representatives have a majority vote for banning all forms of targeted advertising as well as as slots, which are considered games of "high-risk". Originally reported by Netherlands-based Casino Nieuws, the gambling publication outlined the motions that took place in Holland's House of Representatives…

Industry ・ 16 April 2024

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Online Gambling Laws Change in Netherlands & Belgium

In the Netherlands, the Dutch Parliament has approved a mandate that calls on the European country's government to introduce tough fixed cross-operator deposit limits for the online gambling market along with a more severe regulatory crackdown. The motion to enforce'overarching playing limits' was proposed by ChristenUnie (CU) party leader and…

Industry ・ 20 February 2024

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Proposed Casino Text Amendment Enters Review Process

On November 27, 2023, the City Planning Commission held a review session on the proposed Gaming Facility Text Amendment to the Zoning Resolution to streamline casino development in New York City. In 2013, New York State amended its constitution to allow up to seven commercial casinos to be built statewide. Commercial casinos are casinos that do not…

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France considers online casino amendments to digital bill

The bill calls for the regulation of "games with monetisable digital objects", which it names JONUM. This is defined in article 15 of the bill. If passed, the bill would regulate web3 products like those powering Sorare and Socios, such as non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Article 15 was subject to a number of proposed amendments. Many of these…

Law ・ 21 September 2023

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White Paper on rules for online gambling lays its cards on the table

New plans to increase the regulation of online gambling in the UK in a Government White Paper contain few surprises and leave many questions unanswered. Reforms proposed in the "Gambling reform for the digital age" policy paper include a new statutory levy on gambling companies that is set to replace the current voluntary system. The levy rate,…

Law ・ 06 May 2023

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Dutch ban on untargeted advertising for online gambling begins 1 July 2023

In April 2023, the Dutch Ministry of Justice published a regulation banning untargeted advertising for online games of chance that will go into effect on 1 July 2023. The Netherlands' decision to ban non-targeted advertisements came after the public outcry over the huge number of advertisements for online gambling and betting that have appeared…

Law ・ 27 April 2023

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Netherlands to ban many ads for online gambling services starting July 1

The Dutch Cabinet has announced plans to ban all advertising for online gambling services if they do not specifically target people who are legally allowed to gamble and are not at an increased risk of developing an addiction. The ban covers all radio and television commercials, as well as outdoor billboards. "After a transitional period,…

Gambling Addiction ・ 19 April 2023

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CasinoScout.nl: Dutch operators fear negative effects ban on gambling ads

Online gambling continues to rouse emotions in the Netherlands, one of the last countries in the European Union to legalise online casinos. As 2022 comes to an end, it is fair to say that it has been a bumpy ride and it is not expected to calm down any time soon. The new Remote Gambling Bill (Kansspelen op Afstand, Koa) was only adopted in February…

Law ・ 14 January 2023

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Gaming and gambling: The Hindu Editorial on the Centre’s move to regulate online gaming

The Union government's proposed measures for regulating online gaming in a draft amendment to the Information Technology (Intermediary Liability and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 leave several questions unanswered. Some of these proposed measures, such as the establishment of a self-regulatory body, collection of know-your-customer (KYC)…

Law ・ 05 January 2023

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Gaming Corps Cleared for Launch in the Netherlands

Gaming Corps, a leading developer of original gaming and iGaming content, has been cleared for launch in the Netherlands. This will allow the company to expand its presence in Europe. As announced by Gaming Corps, the provider will be allowed to launch its full content portfolio in the Netherlands. The company can now either directly power…

Industry ・ 05 December 2022

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Dutch Media Giant Weighs Challenge to Gambling Ad Ban

Dutch media company Talpa is looking into challenging a ban on gambling advertisements. "untargeted" and "high-risk" games, including online and casino games The Netherlands introduced a wide array of rules for advertisers near the turn of the year. Among the many restrictions were that of "untargeted" and "high-risk" games, including online and…

History ・ 14 September 2022

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Tony Bloom Lobbies for a Ban on Gambling Shirt Sponsorships

Tony Bloom has expressed his support for a Premier League ban against gambling shirt sponsorships The professional gambler emphasized the need to protect youngsters and people at risk of gambling harms Bloom has been Brighton & Hove Albion's chair since 2009 Professional gambler and Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club owner and chairman Tony Bloom…

Law ・ 11 July 2022

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Netherlands bans celebrities and influencers from appearing in gambling ads

AfterNetherlands' Minister for Legal Protection, Franc Weerwind, amended the regulation on advertising, as of Thursday celebrities are no longer allowed to appear in gambling ads in the country. The amendment forbids "all persons who enjoy some form of public fame or with whom people want to identify or associate themselves" from appearing in…

Law ・ 01 July 2022

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Netherlands parliament votes in favour of online gambling ad ban for second time

Dutch parliamentarians have heaped more pressure on newly appointed legal protection minister Franc Weerwind to reign in gambling advertising, with a number of motions passed Tuesday (Feb. 15) in the Netherlands parliament. The motions approved Tuesday relate to motions that were voted on in December but are yet to be implemented. These include a…

Politics ・ 16 February 2022

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Karnataka online gambling ban: Dream11 moves court to quash FIR

Weeks after an FIR led to Dream11 stopping its services in Karnataka, the fantasy sports app's founders Bhavit Sheth and Harsh Jain have moved the Karnataka High Court seeking to quash the FIR. According to a report by The News Minute, the two founders filed a writ petition before the court on October 22. The FIR prompting Dream11 to exit the state…

Sports ・ 26 October 2021

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Swedish Inspectorate sides with Finance Ministry on gambling advertising

The Swedish Gambling Inspectorate, Spelinspektionen, has updated its response to the Swedish government's consultation for amendments to the 2018 Gambling Act as part of the Gambling Market Inquiry. In its response, the Inspectorate has detailed that it is'generally positive' about the Finance Ministry's proposal to introduce a special moderation…

Politics ・ 23 September 2021

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Netherlands Online Gambling Association Calls for New Limits on Advertising

Netherlands Online Gambling Association (NOGA), the most prominent online gaming trade group in the Netherlands, has called for greater restrictions on advertising in response to guidelines published by the nation's regulator. NOGA, whose members include Entain, Flutter, Kindred and Bet365, said the limit of three online gaming ads per commercial…

Gambling Sites ・ 15 September 2021

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Sweden split on calls for the ‘moderation of gambling advertising ’

Sweden's Ministry of Finance has published a memorandum proposing that gambling advertising should be forced to carry a'moderation warning', mirroring alcohol advertising. The amendment, proposed by the country's Ministry of Finance, would take effect on 1 July 2022 if successfully implemented, and aims to'strengthen consumer protection' by…

Politics ・ 15 June 2021

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Netherlands MPs vote on banning online gambling advertising and slots

Originally reported by Netherlands-based Casino Nieuws, the gambling publication outlined the motions that took place in Holland's house of representatives today.Both motions were put forward by Socialist party MP Michiel van Nispen and received "just enough" support for a majority. Motions have also been passed for mandatory financial risk checks…

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