The World’s Online Gambling Authority

Welcome to SiGMA the world’s premier online gambling authority. Our platform offers the latest industry news, analysis, and evaluations of the best online casinos and sportsbooks. Join our community of players, operators, and experts who share a common goal—to make online gambling fun, safe, and rewarding.

As organizers of the world-renowned SiGMA summits, we provide a platform for industry leaders to connect and discuss the latest trends and technologies in the gambling world. Join us and be part of the future of online gambling.

Connecting Players With Trusted Online Gambling Brands

SiGMA Play offers a unique opportunity for casino and sportsbook operators to expand their reach and connect with a wider audience. By partnering with us, you can showcase your games and services to players who are always on the lookout for the latest and greatest gaming experiences.

In addition, we provide various resources to help improve your online presence and attract more players, including SEO optimization, social media integration, and analytics monitoring. Our goal is to help you achieve your goals in the gaming industry by sending high-quality traffic to your casino or sportsbook.

So why wait? Join forces with SiGMA Play today and take advantage of our platform to reach new heights of success. Let us assist you in attracting more players and growing your business in the highly competitive gaming industry.

OUR EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

SiGMA is the global gateway to the online Gaming world. Trusted by most gaming companies worldwide, we host the industry at six annual conferences and exhibitions in both established markets and the most exciting emerging jurisdictions. With industry thought leaders and C-suite speakers, our conferences provide up-to-date insight on the latest iGaming trends, whilst our buzzing expo and evening socials provide not-to-be-missed networking opportunities.

SÃO PAULO

23-25 APR 2024

SÃO PAULO

Read More Buy tickets
MANILA

03-05 JUN 2024

MANILA

Read More Buy tickets
BUDAPEST

02-04 SEP 2024

BUDAPEST

Read More Buy tickets
MALTA

11-14 NOV 2024

MALTA

Read More Buy tickets
DUBAI

23 – 25 FEB 2025

DUBAI

Read More Buy tickets
CAPE TOWN

10-12 MAR 2025

CAPE TOWN

Read More Buy tickets
<
>
Latest News & Headlines

The Latest Industry News

›

Netherlands MPs vote to ban online slots and gambling ads

During the afternoon of 16 April, the Netherlands’ House of Representatives made a significant decision that would reshape The representatives voted in favour of and “high-risk” online gambling, which includes slots. This move signalled a majority consensus for prohibiting all forms of targeted advertising and high-risk games such as slots.

The motions were proposed by Socialist party MP Michiel van Nispen and managed to garner just enough support to pass. The House of Representatives also approved motions for mandatory financial risk checks related to gambling and identification requirements. In total, the house voted on 114 motions during several debates held the previous week. Out of these, ten were adopted, including the ban on all online advertising and games of chance with a demonstrably high risk.

Previously, a motion for a total ban on gambling advertising proposed by MP Derk Boswijk, (pictured above), in February 2024 did not receive sufficient votes. However, a similar motion put forward by Michiel van Nispen this week managed to pass with a slim majority of 77 votes. This new ban is understood to prohibit all forms of online advertising, including targeted ads.

Shift in Dutch gambling landscape

This decision follows the Netherlands’ untargeted advertising ban that came into effect on 1 July, 2023. As a result, mass advertising on radio, television, outdoor locations, and written media were prohibited. Sports sponsorships were also included in the ban, with a transitionary period currently in place for existing sponsorship agreements.

Another motion adopted by Van Nispen focused on online gambling with a demonstrably very high risk. The Socialist party believes that a case should be made for banning games of chance, with online slots used as the principal example. This is because players have no control over the outcome of the game. A majority of 79 MPs voted in favor of the motion.

Despite the majority support for such a ban in the House of Representatives, it will be another case to have this enshrined in law. The responsibility now falls on Franc Weerwind, the Minister for Legal Protection in the Netherlands, to review and approve the law.

Weerwind has been a strong advocate for responsible gambling but has never explicitly expressed a desire for stricter measures. In December 2023, he announced new measures to protect players, including requiring providers to contact players who have set a deposit limit of €350. Operators are also mandated to inform such players of the risks of gambling in high amounts.

Weerwind’s other proposals involve exhibiting financial amounts in euros and pushing for further research on overarching gaming limits. In October 2023, he also announced a multi-year digital resilience campaign program to combat fraud associated with online gambling.

Weerwind stated in a letter that everyone who wants to should be able to play a game of chance responsibly. However, he also acknowledged that responsible gaming can turn into problematic gambling and that players must be aware of this and be protected against it. He noted that research shows that providers encourage players to bet more money than they can afford to lose, indicating a need for more robust protective measures in the industry.
Lea Hogg
5 hours ago

Entain Plc Q1 2024 performance and future prospects

Lea Hogg
9 hours ago

Analytical look at North Carolina’s sports wagering revenue

Lea Hogg
9 hours ago

Monaco and Macau’s partnership in the casino industry

Lea Hogg
10 hours ago

Smiles through miles: SiGMA Foundation’s trek to Mount Daraitan

Jessie
11 hours ago

SiGMA Play’s debut in LatAm

Shirley Pulis Xerxen
11 hours ago

Gambling and the NBA, a high stakes game of risk and reward

Lea Hogg
11 hours ago
OUR MAGAZINES

GAMING

Swiper

ISSUE 26
Swiper

ISSUE 25
OUR MAGAZINES

TECH

Swiper

ISSUE 14
Swiper

ISSUE 13
SHOWCASE

DIRECTORY

SiGMA Directory is the place where you can browse through an extensive database of the igaming industry, including online gambling products and service providers

Payments
View all
Games
View all
Platforms
View all
Traffic
View all

ADR

Logo ADR
HELPING PLAYERS
HAVING TROUBLE WITH A CASINO?
We, at SiGMA, provide a free complaints service to our players! We commit to doing our best to mediate between players and online casinos.
CLOSED COMPLAINTS
6
OPEN COMPLAINTS
11
TOTAL NUMBER OF COMPLAINTS
17
SUBMIT A COMPLAINT
Add complaint