Government to auction online casino licenses

Summarised by Centrist

The government will auction licences for online casinos, aiming to regulate the industry, minimize harm, and boost tax revenue. Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden announced that a limited number of licences will be available for three-year terms, with operators needing to meet specific standards. The new system, set to begin in 2026, will require gamblers to be at least 18 and restrict games to casino-only, excluding sports betting and lotteries.

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