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KSA reports Dutch licensed gambling revenue fell 10% in second half of 2024

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The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) reported that licensed gambling revenue fell 10% in the second half of 2024, following restrictions introduced from October 2024, including deposit limits of €700 for people aged over 25 and €300 for those aged 18 to 25. The report estimated that licensed operators received half of total gambling spend, although 91% of players used licensed operators; active accounts rose from 1.1 million to 1.19 million.

The figures indicate a gap between licensed operators' share of players and their share of gambling spend.

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Leadstar Media CEO argues Brazil betting restrictions risk illegal-market growth

An interview with Leadstar Media CEO Eskil Kvarnström argues that restrictions on betting in Brazil may redirect consumers to unlicensed operators rather than eliminate demand. The Bet Legal panel, maintained by Iron Security in partnership with ANJL, mapped 710 unauthorised betting sites two days after MP 1.394 was announced, up from 295; LegitBet had confirmed more than 34 thousand suspected sites by the end of October.

Brazilian betting restrictions risk driving customers towards unlicensed operators, Leadstar Media chief executive Eskil Kvarnström said in an interview.

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