Curaçao

News & Analysis

Dutch Regulator Cracks Down On Unlicensed Operators

The Netherlands Gambling Authority has fined two unlicensed gambling companies €900,000 each for letting Dutch residents play.

'Game Over' For Curaçao Master Licences

“The game is over” for Curaçao’s master licence holders and their unknown number of sub-licensees, according to the country’s finance minister, who has promised seismic reforms are only months away.

Curaçao Minister Says Gambling Reform Will Welcome 'Bonafide' Companies

Curaçao finance minister Javier Silvania promises a reformed gambling licensing system that will seek to entice “bonafide” companies with tax and banking support.

Court Says Critic Can Call Curaçao Sub-Licensing System 'Illegal'

A blogger and critic of Curaçao gambling practices has won an appellate court ruling deeming her claim that the master-sublicence licensing system is “illegal” to be “plausible” and legitimate criticism.

Twitch Bans Gambling Streams From Unlicensed Sites

Internet livestreaming giant Twitch announced Tuesday that it will prohibit streams of gambling content originating from sites that are not licensed in the United States or other jurisdictions that provide “sufficient consumer protection.”

Research & Reports

Special Report: Gambling in Curaçao

This report provides a general overview of the laws and regulations for online gambling and casinos in Curaçao.