The KSA fined Techno Offshore €1.2m for providing online casino games and sports betting to Dutch consumers without a Netherlands licence. The authority said its investigation found the sites did not effectively block Dutch users; Techno Offshore did not respond to the findings and has six weeks to object.
The penalty and objection period affect unlicensed operators targeting Dutch consumers and the compliance risks they face.
| Date | Company | Amount | Story | Appeal status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holland Casino | Not stated | KSA removes 20 illegal gambling apps from mobile stores in 2025 | Not stated | |
| Holland Casino | Not stated | KSA urges reports of illegal gambling apps in the Netherlands | Not stated | |
| Circus Gran Casino, Lucky 7 Casino | Not stated | KSA bans 20 gambling apps and warns Dutch arcade operator over advertising | Not stated | |
| Energy Casino | EUR 1,100,000 | The Hague court upholds Energy Casino fine despite turnover-calculation error | Not stated | |
| Sarah Eternal SRL, Casino Sky | EUR 900,000 | KSA fines Casino Sky €900,000 for targeting Dutch players without a licence | Not stated |
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