WILLEMSTAD – Serious questions are being raised about oversight in Curaçao’s online gambling sector after reports that a dissolved company remains linked to active gaming websites operating under a Curaçao license.
According to findings highlighted by researcher João Mar, Santeda International B.V. was officially removed from the Curaçao Commercial Registry on April 9, 2026, effectively dissolving the company. Despite this, several online gambling platforms reportedly associated with the entity—such as Rolletto, Zizobet, and Goldenbet—remain operational and continue to accept player deposits.
The situation has sparked concern about how a company that no longer legally exists could still be connected to an active license issued under Curaçao’s gaming framework. Observers question whether regulatory systems are adequately monitoring the status of licensed entities and ensuring compliance.
Mar, who previously contributed to reporting on alleged irregularities involving companies such as Santeda and Ryker B.V. in the United Kingdom, argues that the case highlights potential gaps in enforcement. The concern centers on a license identified as OGL/2024/1798/1048, which is reportedly still active despite the company’s deregistration.
The issue also raises broader questions for Curaçao’s regulatory and financial institutions. The Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA), responsible for overseeing licensed operators, has not yet publicly clarified the status of the license or its connection to the dissolved company. Similarly, no official response has been issued regarding the implications for players or for companies acting as service providers within the licensing structure.
Attention is also being directed toward the Centrale Bank van Curaçao and Sint Maarten (CBCS), particularly in relation to the role of corporate service providers previously linked to the entity. It remains unclear who, if anyone, now bears legal responsibility for obligations or claims tied to the company.
For players—particularly those in international markets such as the United Kingdom and the European Union—the situation could present risks. If platforms linked to a dissolved entity were to block withdrawals or cease operations, it may be difficult to identify a legally accountable party.
The developments come at a time when Curaçao has been under increasing pressure to strengthen regulation of its online gambling sector and improve transparency. Authorities have previously indicated intentions to reform the licensing system and address concerns about compliance and enforcement.
No official statements have yet been issued by the Curaçao Gaming Authority or the Ministry of Justice regarding the specific case. As scrutiny grows, the situation is likely to intensify calls for clearer oversight and accountability within the sector.