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Dutch government seeks AML exemption for low-risk gambling products

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State secretary Claudia van Bruggen told the Dutch parliament she intends to adopt findings recommending that low-risk gambling products retain an exemption under forthcoming European anti-money-laundering rules. Online gambling and Holland Casino’s land-based casino games would not qualify, while land-based sports betting and horse racing would lose their existing exemption. The rules take effect on 10 July 2027.

The proposed approach would determine which Dutch gambling sectors face AML obligations under the incoming European framework.

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