WILLEMSTAD — Curaçao Chronicle has received information from a European forensic investigator alleging serious irregularities involving online gambling operators connected to Curaçao, including claims of unpaid winnings, attempted settlements aimed at silencing players, and disputes spanning several European jurisdictions.
According to the information shared with the newsroom, the investigator and his organizations are handling a claim from a player in North Macedonia who is seeking approximately €70,000 in alleged unpaid winnings from an online gambling operator. The player was reportedly offered a significantly lower amount — around €7,000 — on the condition that he remain silent, an offer that was not accepted.
The investigator describes the case as part of a broader pattern of alleged misconduct by gambling companies operating under Curaçao-linked structures while targeting players across Europe. He claims that similar complaints have emerged in multiple countries, raising questions about player protection, dispute resolution, and regulatory oversight.
In addition to the North Macedonia case, Curaçao Chronicle was alerted to a separate legal dispute involving a German player and an online gambling operator associated with a Curaçao license. That case reportedly concerns alleged failures to pay winnings and disputes over contractual obligations between the player and the operator.
The investigator approached Curaçao Chronicle seeking cooperation and further media attention, stating that Curaçao-based companies and license holders play a central role in the structures under scrutiny. He emphasized the importance of transparency and public accountability, particularly given Curaçao’s position as a major international hub for online gambling licensing.
The allegations surface amid growing international scrutiny of Curaçao-linked online gambling operations, as regulators, consumer groups, and courts in Europe increasingly examine complaints related to unpaid winnings, settlement pressure, and cross-border enforcement challenges.
At this stage, the companies involved have not publicly responded to the claims outlined in the correspondence. Curaçao Chronicle will continue to assess the information received and consider further reporting as more details become available.