The Netherlands’ Kansspelautoriteit imposed a €4 million fine on Optdeck Service Limited for failing to meet player-protection obligations, the source says. Optdeck operates in the Netherlands under the Unibet brand; further details of the alleged breaches are not included in the available text.
The fine addresses player-protection requirements for a gambling operator in the Netherlands.
| Date | Company | Amount | Story | Appeal status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 711 | Not stated | KSA orders 711 to remove influencer gambling promotions | Not stated | |
| Tulipa | Not stated | KSA warns Tulipa over anti-money laundering breaches in the Netherlands | Not stated | |
| ComeOn Group | Not stated | Netherlands Gambling Authority warns Tulipa Ent over AML compliance | Not stated | |
| BetEnt, BetCity | EUR 2,650,000 | Court rejects BetCity bid to block publication of €2.65m fine | Not stated | |
| Not named | Not stated | Dinkelland authorities find illegal poker tournament at Rossum cafe | Not stated |
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The Dutch gambling regulator organised a player protection conference on 8–9 September 2025, attended by regulators, researchers and experts from 16 European countries. Participants discussed youth protection, illegal gambling and advertising, and the use of player data to identify risk factors; working groups are due to meet for the first time in 2026.
The Dutch gambling regulator organised a first Player Protection Conference that brought regulators together with scientists, researchers and experts from 16 European countries. The conference focused on strengthening player protection through international cooperation, knowledge exchange and the development of joint measures.
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