Dutch gambling regulator hit by 60 DMCA complaints in legal backlash
The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit, is facing a wave of legal complaints over its enforcement actions. In the past six weeks, nearly 60 DMCA notices have been filed against the authority. These claims allege copyright violations but appear to stem from unlicensed gambling operators resisting regulation. Since 27 March 2026, the Lumen database has recorded 59 DMCA complaints targeting the Kansspelautoriteit. The notices accuse the regulator of copying content from various gambling websites. Seven sites are involved, including the Kansspelwijzer—a government tool listing licensed operators in the Netherlands.
The regulator itself has been active in filing over 60 'government complaints' with Google. These requests aim to remove illegal gambling sites from search results, particularly those of unlicensed operators like BetSpino. Critics argue that the DMCA system is often misused, with false claims becoming a common tactic. Frank Kruit, a gambling industry expert, dismissed the complaints against the Kansspelautoriteit as baseless. He suggested they originate from illegal operators or their affiliates, seeking to undermine enforcement efforts.
The surge in DMCA complaints highlights ongoing tensions between regulators and unlicensed gambling platforms. The Kansspelautoriteit continues its crackdown on illegal operators, despite the legal challenges. Observers note that false copyright claims remain a persistent issue in online enforcement disputes.
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