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Norwegian Gambling Regulator Looking for Holisitic Control
Lotteritilsynet, the gambling regulator of Norway, has reaffirmed its opinion that a more holistic control of the Norwegian gambling industry would be encouraged by plans for a new popular gambling law.
In response to the Ministry of Culture’s consultation on the gambling industry’s regulatory reform, Lotteritilsynet reported that a reform is required that “will ensure responsible gambling.”
Abid Raja, Norway’s Minister of Culture, initiated a consultation earlier this year to review the convergence into a single legislative structure of the country’s Lottery Act, Gaming Act and Totalisator Act, whose proposed amendments were sent to the European Commission (EC) last month.
The regulator was particularly optimistic in issuing its response that “the bill clarifies the main aim of the legislation is to avoid gambling issues and other adverse gambling consequences.”
“Norwegian regulation will be strengthened through new instruments that will provide better control of the gambling market and ensure a more responsible gambling offer in Norway,” the statement added.
It clarified that a full view of each user’s gambling operation would allow them to do so if state-owned operators such as Norsk Rikstoto and Norsk Tipping are required to maintain high standards of player safety.
To do this, a clause should be included that would preclude direct competition in the law for state-owned operators. Lotteritilsynet clarified that this was a required step because, in particular, Norsk Tipping provided a number of online casino games linked to “problematic gambling behaviour.”
“These games were only considered safe to offer to players because of the strict player protection controls offered by Norsk Tipping, and direct competition could put players at risk,” the regulator continued.
As a result, it suggested that the new act explicitly stated that Norsk Tipping was the sole operator permitted to offer these games, which “require special public controls.”
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Wazdan launches €6,000,000 Network Promotion with Halloween Mystery Drop™
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Wazdan, the gain-focused developer, has launched its latest network promotion instalment with Halloween Mystery Drop
, offering a staggering €6,000,000 prize pool.
Running from 24th October to 2nd November, the enriched promotional campaign gets operators’ players in the spooky spirit with the supplier’s iconic Mystery Drop mechanic playing a starring role.
In a stylish gameplay upgrade, the seamless bonus system can randomly award players with a special screen that presents a choice of 9 mystery boxes, each revealing an instant cash reward.
Offering its partners’ player bases fresh ways to engage with their favourite Wazdan titles, which are live in over 30 regulated markets, the stylish campaign will also feature special Christmas and Valentine’s.
The second and third phases are set to incorporate the retention-proven Mystery Multiplier Drop mechanic, which sees additional awards being granted based on the player’s bet multiplied by a random number, further boosting the chance of strong win potential.
The latest move from Wazdan highlights its ability to captivate players globally through seamless, intriguing gameplay enhancements to its award-winning slot portfolio.
Andrzej Hyla, Chief Commercial Officer at Wazdan, said: “At Wazdan, we are always looking for creative ways to help our partners boost player engagement, and our Halloween Mystery Drop kickstarts our latest endeavour.
“With €6,000,000 in prizes and a selection of our industry-proven mechanics returning for three major seasonal events, we are ensuring that operators can deliver thrilling, retention-focused experiences right through to the new year. It is an exciting way to celebrate 2025 and keep momentum high into 2026.”
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Veikkaus’ active preparation towards the new gambling system, which will launch in 2027, continues.
As part of the new strategy, Veikkaus held change negotiations in the Betting and Online Casino operations in the autumn. The change negotiation process has now been completed. Following the change negotiations, 14 employment relationships ended and 19 Veikkaus employees underwent significant changes in their employment relationships.
“We had to make decisions that were painful from a human perspective, but they are necessary for the future of the company. I would like to thank those who will no longer be with us for their hard work,” said Business Director Jarkko Nordlund.
According to Nordlund, Veikkaus is now creating a new organizational structure that will prepare the company for the coming years.
“Digitalization is also strongly driving our industry. International competition and the pace of development are really fierce. Veikkaus has decades of fine traditions and a lot of good expertise as a company. Alongside these, we now need the kind of professionalism that will enable us to serve our customers even better and more individually.”
The company is recruiting dozens of new digital channel and betting professionals over the coming year.
“We need more expertise for Veikkaus that will make us even stronger and more competitive in the new market situation. We are also looking beyond Finland’s borders. According to current estimates, more than 30 new positions will open by next summer. We want to be strong, growing and profitable in the future,” Nordlund said.
The Parliament intends to have the new Gambling Act passed by the end of 2025. When the law comes into force, it will open up the opportunity for other gambling companies, in addition to Veikkaus, to apply for, for example, sports betting and online casino licenses in the Finnish market. According to the current estimate, other gambling companies could also start operating with a license in Finland during 2027.
Lottery games, cardboard tickets and physical slot machines will remain exclusive to Veikkaus in the future.
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