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Dutch cabinet proposes higher age limit and tighter gambling rules

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The Dutch cabinet presented a revised gambling policy in February 2025, led by then state secretary for legal protection Teun Struycken. Proposed measures include raising the minimum age for higher-risk gambling to 21, tightening duty-of-care and advertising rules, and expanding the KSA’s powers against illegal gambling. The KSA also reported that channelisation by gross gaming revenue had fallen below 50%.

The proposals could change age, player-protection and advertising requirements for gambling operators in the Netherlands.

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Brazil finance minister calls for tighter betting rules and higher taxes

Brazil Finance Minister Dario Durigan called for stricter betting regulation, higher taxes and tighter advertising limits, saying the sector’s growth had become a government concern. In an interview, he argued against a full ban because it could push activity into illegal channels and said the government had asked the Comptroller General of the Union to help review cases and disclose data proactively.

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