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Maaike de Vries

Maaike writes about Dutch online gambling realities from player perspective — what protections actually work, how to recognize scams, when to use Cruks, and how to think honestly about gambling. Background in consumer advocacy and Dutch financial journalism with eight years working on consumer protection issues. Calls out the marketing nonsense that targets Dutch players. Names the actual protections that matter. Doesn't care which operators she annoys.

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Problem Gambling

Recognizing Problem Gambling in Dutch Cultural Context (And What Help Actually Exists)

Problem gambling in Dutch context has specific patterns. Recognizing them and knowing what help actually exists matters substantially.

Maaike de Vries May 5, 2026 5 min read

What Rights Dutch Players Actually Have (And How to Use Them)

Dutch players have substantial rights they often don't know about. Here's what rights actually exist and how to use them.

Maaike de Vries May 5, 2026 6 min read

What Responsible Gambling Tools Actually Do (Not Just What They're Marketed to Do)

Operators market responsible gambling tools as solutions. The honest picture is more nuanced. Here's what tools actually do.

Maaike de Vries May 5, 2026 6 min read

8 Common Online Gambling Scams Targeting Dutch Players (And How to Spot Them)

Specific scams target Dutch online gambling consumers. Recognizing patterns helps protect against them.

Maaike de Vries May 5, 2026 6 min read

How Cruks Actually Works (And When You Should Probably Use It)

Cruks is one of the most substantial Dutch consumer protections. Here's how it actually works — written for friends rather than for…

Maaike de Vries May 5, 2026 6 min read