Since 2015, the Dutch gambling sector has grown slightly faster (9%) than the overall economy (7.7%). In 2018, Dutch consumers spent €2.5b on gambling-related products and services.
TV gambling advertising in Sweden reached record numbers in January, growing 14% across local TV channels.
The French Government will begin privatizing the country’s national lottery provider by selling an estimated 50% share in Francaise des Jeux (FDJ), according to reports in a local journal. UK-listed online gambling operator 888 Holdings says it will file a constitutional appeal to a German Federal Administrative Court ruling barring online casino operators from dealing with German customers. A Swiss[Read More…]
A “flurry of M&A deals is expected after the outcome of a UK regulatory review due this month,” the Financial Times writes. Companies reportedly drawing up plans include GVC, Ladbrokes Coral, William Hill, Paddy Power Betfair, The Stars Group (formerly Amaya), 888 Holdings, Rank Group, and Jackpotjoy. SKS365 Group’s Planetwin365 brand captured 14.9% of Italy’s online sports betting market in[Read More…]
The CEO of Dutch amusement arcade operator Gamestate, which earlier this year had been accused of running so-called “children’s casinos,” said that his games were not addictive in addition to unveiling plans for ongoing expansion. In related news, the mayor of Rotterdam, the Netherlands’ second city, declined to take action against a local branch of the arcade chain after being[Read More…]
The fall edition of the Online Gaming Quarterly has just been released and includes a closer look at affiliates, the general Q3/2017 business climate, and comparative financial analyses of industry members’ performance during Q2 and H1 2017. EGBA, the European Gaming and Betting Association, has been taking a closer look at how to successfully channel customers to a regulated offering.[Read More…]
The first attempt to form a new government in the Netherlands has failed. VVD, CDA, D66 and GroenLinks could not reach agreement on a number of topics, including immigration. It is not clear which political groups will attempt to form a new government next. Eventually, negotiations between the aforementioned groups could even be restarted if other options fail. “There are[Read More…]
Impressions in verse: Dr Jörg Hofmann’s perspective on Dutch gambling 
Netherlands Gambling Authority chairman calls for “responsibility” from future licensed online operators at Kalff Katz & Franssen/IMGL industry event Dutch Lower House adopts motion banning pre-watershed gambling advertising KSA Chairman: “We won’t accept situations that merely look good on paper” Dutch MPs table motions on gambling policy Strong political support for gambling policy modernization as rearguard battles continue to be fought 
Are you an operator looking to apply for a Dutch remote gaming license? Then don’t miss the upcoming Gaming in Holland Breakfast Briefing! 
Women and problem gambling event features leading UK expert 
Dutch Lower House to hold General Consultation on gambling policy on November 27 Netherlands Gambling Authority publishes policy rule on “cooling-off period” Netherlands Gambling Authority chairman: public consultation on remote licensing process to open before summer 3 questions on the upcoming Senate vote on the Dutch remote gaming and casino reform bills Ministry Responds to – Presumably – Final Round of Senate Questions on Remote Gaming Bill 
INFOGRAPHIC | Online operators contribute €325m to European sports, sustain 33,000 EU jobs across 14 member states Minister Dekker: sanctioned operators to be excluded at remote market opening Breakthrough in Dutch remote gaming impasse 
“F’ck money. Make memories:” Lottovate Netherlands launches Raffld 
Fading boundaries and blurred lines – Marja Appelman on the need for international cooperation REPORT | More clarity needed on remote gaming secondary legislation 
Entries open for the inaugural Responsibility in Gaming Awards Registration for the 7th Annual Gaming in Holland Conference now open! 
Join Gaming in Holland for the Responsibility in Gaming Awards Dinner on June 19 in Amsterdam 
Netherlands Gaming Authority ordered to revisit permissibility of numbers lottery (lotto) monopoly 
GiH News Roundup: Netherlands Gambling Authority to hold information sessions on CRUKS; EGBA criticizes German online gambling proposals 
Gaming in Holland Newsletter – Betsson Acquires GiG’s B2C Operations as Netherlands Woes Continue …and More! 
GiH News Roundup: Netherlands Gambling Authority issues fines for illegal gaming machines; LeoVegas reports Q4 growth 
GiH News Roundup: KSA chairman reiterates call for responsibility; Betsson acquires GiG’s B2C vertical while hampered by tough conditions in the Netherlands Gaming in Holland Newsletter – Decision Makers Attend GiH Lunch @ICE 2020 …and More! 
GiH News Roundup: Authorities raid illegal gambling establishments; Malta’s iGaming sector hurt by rising prices and crumbling infrastructure 
GiH News Roundup: Decision makers attend GiH Lunch @ICE 2020; Spanish government announces gambling advertising restrictions Gaming in Holland Newsletter – Netherlands Gambling Authority Chairman Calls on Industry to Demonstrate Responsibility …and More! 
GiH News Roundup: Netherlands Gambling Authority Chairman calls on industry to demonstrate responsibility; LeoVegas announces cost-cutting measures 
GiH News Roundup: Holland Casino to close smoking areas; Europe’s online gambling market shows double-digit growth 
GiH News Roundup: Dutch court confirms affiliate marketing ban; EGBA welcomes German gambling regulation 
GiH News Roundup: German States agree on new gambling treaty; operators “should take responsibility,” UKGC chairman says Gaming in Holland Newsletter – Operators Invited to Join Us for the Gaming in Holland Lunch @ICE 2020 …and More! 
GiH News Roundup: UK gambling industry under fire; gambling being positioned as the “new tobacco?” 
GiH News Roundup: Dutch Senate groups continue to push for gambling advertising ban; number of female problem in UK gamblers growing faster than men Gaming in Holland Newsletter – Dutch Regulatory Changes Negatively Impact Kindred Group’s Q4 Profits …and More! 
GiH News Roundup: despite ad ban, Italian online betting operators post revenue increase; British bookmakers brace for ban on credit card betting 
GiH News Roundup: Experts discuss Spanish gambling ad restrictions; LeoVegas withdraws Royal Panda brand from UK market 
GiH News Roundup: UK operators exhibit “excessive reliance” on VIPs, report finds; Spain to impose “tobacco-like” restrictions on gambling advertising 
GiH News Roundup: Dutch Lower House adopts motion on role models in gambling advertising; only 11 days to comply with Dutch age verification requirements Gaming in Holland Newsletter – Dutch Lower House Adopts Motion Banning Pre-Watershed Gambling Advertising …and More! 
GiH News Roundup: Unibet drops appeal against KSA fine; Holland Casino CEO reappointed for second term 
GiH News Roundup: Dutch Lower House to Vote on new gambling restrictions on Tuesday; GiH Breakfast Briefing program extended