The reason for the Netherlands' delay is to optimize its regulation model. The long-awaited Dutch iGaming launch has been delayed for third time New Date Minister for Legal Protection Sander Dekker has pushed back for one month the Dutch Remote Gambling Act (KOA) coming into effect to 1 April 2021, with the date to re-open the market set for 1 October. Measuring Steps The latest delay according to Dekker results from the Government's conclusion that slower implementation of the laws creates a stronger regulation environment: “Although the implementation is proceeding energetically, it has now become clear to all involved that careful implementation takes a little more time.”