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KSA warns BetMGM over advertisement featuring underage Barcelona player

Enforcement & compliance

The Netherlands’ Kansspelautoriteit warned BetMGM over an online advertisement featuring 17-year-old Lamine Yamal, according to the regulator’s statement described in the report. BetMGM removed the advert after it was reported, but the KSA said the operator had not reported the breach as required; it issued a warning, citing the quick removal and steps to prevent a repeat. New sports sponsorship restrictions are due to take effect on 1 July.

BetMGM and other gambling companies face advertising restrictions and closer supervision in the Netherlands.

Earlier fines and penalties by KSA

DateCompanyAmountStoryAppeal status
BetMGM, MGMNot statedKSA warns BetMGM over Dutch gambling advert featuring 17-year-oldNot stated
Not namedNot statedKansspelautoriteit launches taskforce against illegal online gamblingNot stated
Not namedEUR 20,000KSA fines Helmond catering business €20,000 over illegal gambling terminalsNot stated
Not namedNot statedKSA proposes coercive order against streamer over illegal casino advertisingNot stated
N1 InteractiveNot statedSPINIA says it will exit the Netherlands by 26 MayNot stated

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