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Kansspelautoriteit says Meta removes only some illegal gambling adverts

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The Kansspelautoriteit told a broadcaster that Meta removes illegal gambling adverts brought to its attention, but that these represent only part of the total supply. The authority said further action is needed to tackle the adverts, which researchers found on Instagram and Facebook targeting people registered in Cruks; Meta said advertisers must follow local laws and that it takes enforcement seriously.

The authority says platform removals cover only part of the illegal gambling adverts identified on Meta’s services.

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KSA criticises Meta and Google over illegal gambling adverts in the Netherlands

The KSA said it will first seek voluntary agreements with Meta and Google to address adverts for illegal gambling in the Netherlands. Chairman Michel Groothuizen said around 90% of users use regulated offerings, while illegal gambling spend rivals licensed-sector revenues. The authority is also targeting payment processors and online visibility, and has begun work with Google on a whitelist of EU-licensed operators.

The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has criticised Meta and Google over adverts for illegal gambling operators, with chair Michel Groothuizen saying the regulator will first seek voluntary agreements with the technology companies before considering legal action. The KSA's position was reported on 15 October 2026.

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