Influencers Penalized in Netherlands for Gambling Videos

The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has taken firm action against three well-known content creators accused of promoting unlicensed gambling sites. Influencers Stiefunspeelt, Turcos, and Buurtwachtt now face financial penalties after regulators found their videos encouraging followers to play on illegal platforms.

Good to Know

• Each violation can cost €25,000, with fines capped at €75,000.
• All gambling ads must be removed within 48 hours or extra penalties apply.
• The KSA monitors influencer activity closely, especially content aimed at younger viewers.

The case is part of a wider crackdown on unlicensed gambling promotions across Dutch social media. Authorities argue that influencers, with their large online followings, pose a real risk to underage and vulnerable groups when they glamorize or normalize gambling without restrictions.

What Triggered the Penalty

The three influencers posted videos showing themselves gambling with offshore operators, going as far as encouraging their followers to try the same. According to the KSA, this kind of content directly violates Dutch gambling law, which prohibits any form of promotion for providers that lack a local license.

The regulator stated that all three had been warned previously. Despite those reminders, they continued uploading new material. That led to the decision to issue penalties and enforce strict removal deadlines.

Under the order, existing videos must be deleted within 48 hours. Any future promotions for illegal operators could result in fines of €25,000 per incident, up to €75,000 in total for each influencer.

The penalties are designed as both a punishment and a deterrent. The KSA has repeatedly said its priority is to keep gambling content away from young people, who may not fully understand the risks.

Why Regulators Are Focused on Influencers

Dutch regulators view influencers as a powerful marketing channel. Many of their followers are under 25, making them especially vulnerable to problem gambling. “Influencers often appeal to a young and therefore vulnerable target group,” the KSA explained. For that reason, regulators say the rules must be applied firmly and consistently.

The authority continues to monitor social platforms and says it will not hesitate to act against other creators who cross the line.

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