The Dutch gambling sector finds itself at a crossroads. While the market continues to mature under a strict regulatory framework, operators are being told to clean up their act or face potentially severe consequences. During the 2025 Gaming in Holland Conference, Renske Fikkers of the Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) introduced what she dubbed “Regulator 2.0”: a more collaborative, less punitive model of engagement. However, this change in tone came with a stark warning that the KSA is