Kansspelautoriteit steps up betting oversight for 2026 World Cup
The Kansspelautoriteit said it will intensify checks on illegal operators and advertising for unlicensed gambling during the 2026 World Cup in the Netherlands. It warned that untargeted gambling advertising and sports sponsorship are prohibited, and that bets on cards and corners are not permitted; the regulator said it will act directly on violations.
Operators face heightened checks on advertising, sponsorship and prohibited betting markets during the tournament.