Author: iva

Key Moments: The Dutch gambling regulator filed over 4,600 complaints with Meta regarding illegal gambling ads on Facebook and Instagram in April 2026 A recent academic study found that nearly 30 percent of ads by offline-licensed operators breached age-restriction rules The Dutch government is actively considering a complete ban on gambling advertisements to address ongoing concerns Regulator Intensifies Action Against Unlicenced Operators In April 2026, the Dutch Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, KSA) singled out illegal gambling operators in a significant enforcement campaign, submitting more than 4,600 reports to Meta for advertisements…

Key Moments: The UK gambling industry reported a Gross Gambling Yield of approximately £15.6 billion (€17.4 billion) for the year ending March 2024 Meanwhile, around two-thirds of Britons have expressed opposition to gambling advertising, with many backing tighter curbs In addition, estimated annual spending on gambling advertising in the UK reached £2 billion (€2.3 billion) in 2024 Market Performance and Advertising Presence The United Kingdom’s gambling sector continues to show strong economic performance. Notably, Gross Gambling Yield (GGY) reached approximately £15.6 billion (€17.4 billion) in the year ending March 2024.…