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Dutch operators warn proposed gambling measures could push players to illegal sites

Regulation

Executives from Hard Rock Casino Nederland, JVH Gaming and BetCity warned at a Lisbon panel that proposed Dutch gambling measures could drive excluded players towards illegal sites. They raised concerns about a possible increase in the minimum age for high-risk gambling from 18 to 21 and nationwide player limits; Eric Olders proposed sharing operator risk assessments instead of introducing central limits.

The proposals could change age eligibility and how licensed operators coordinate player-risk controls in the Netherlands.

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KSA continues fines against illegal gambling sites despite collection difficulties

The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) says it continues to impose fines on illegal gambling sites because administrative procedures must be completed before cases can potentially go to the Public Prosecution Service. A spokesperson made the statement after a record €37.25 million fine against EOD Code SRL, according to the report.

The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) is continuing to impose fines on illegal gambling sites because all administrative-law steps must be completed before a case can potentially go to the Public Prosecution Service, a spokesperson said. The spokesperson's statement followed a record €37.25m fine against EOD Code SRL.

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