KSA warns against using illegal websites for gambling
The Dutch authority advised players to withdraw any monies from "illegal providers" since they would soon stop being available in a statement.
When threatened with legal action, unlicensed providers "black out" their websites, blocking access for users with Dutch IP addresses, according to the KSA.
The KSA stated that while it "applauded" this, gamers may no longer access their accounts and stand to lose money as a result.
On October 1, 2021, the iGaming market in the Netherlands became fully regulated, enabling Dutch players for the first time to partake in legally sanctioned online gaming activities.
There has been a lawful online offering since October 1, 2021, the KSA stated in an effort to remind consumers of this.
"As a result, customers may resort to dependable suppliers that present a fair game and focus on addiction prevention.
The KSA is in charge of it. Since obtaining a licence costs money, this also includes taking strict action against unlicensed providers.
It is debatable whether this warning will be effective or not. Bettors are inclined to use whichever operator has the greatest odds, which in this case may be unregistered websites.
However, the KSA has made an effort to stifle illegal platforms. The agency stated 25 websites had been chosen for "further investigation" in November and now claims that number has climbed.
"Since then, there are many more websites under investigation. The questioned firms will soon learn that they are the subject of an inquiry and that enforcement action would be taken, according to the KSA.
Therefore, customers should get their player credits back, it continued. In the event that unlawful providers are no longer reachable from the Netherlands, there are no promises that money will be refunded.