Compliance Updates

Pinnacle re-launches in Sweden as fully licensed operator

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6 years ago

June 16, 2020

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Pinnacle has re-opened its Swedish site after a two-year absence in which it applied for a licence under the new regulatory regime.

The company received approval from the Swedish regulator in December 2019 but has waited for the right moment to launch. When Swedish football, the Allsvenskan, was given the green light to start this weekend, Pinnacle decided to open its doors once more with a full array of markets in time for the new season.

Pinnacle will offer a wide-range of sports and eSports betting in Sweden, covering all major sports and including Allsvenskan Women. Pinnacle is already a market leader in eSports betting and with Sweden being one of the biggest eSports markets in the world, there is significant room for growth. Before leaving the market in 2018 Pinnacle saw consistent double-digit annual growth in eSports betting in Sweden.

Pinnacle will bring its well-known high-volume, low-margin model to Swedes betting online. With an average margin of just 3.7% compared to an industry average of 7.2%, Pinnacle offers some of the best value and fairest pricing available. The company operates a responsible, fair and transparent model for customers, which is evidenced by the fact that the business has been granted a licence to operate in Sweden, which has one of the most stringent regulatory regimes globally.

Paris Smith, CEO of Pinnacle, said: ”This re-launch is a proud moment as Sweden is a key market for us, with many loyal customers having used Pinnacle over many years. The Swedish regulator is one of the most respected in the world and we are proud to meet the incredibly high standards they require to be recognised as a licensed operator. We believe that satisfying the requirements in Sweden means we can do it anywhere.

”We left the market on good terms and are returning as a fully licensed, regulated operator. We fully embrace the Swedish regulations and wanted to do things in the right way. Having done so, we now see this as an opportunity to contribute to a serious gaming environment in Sweden long-term and to be a key part in the development of the market.”

Pinnacle believes the long-term economic impact of a well-regulated online betting regime in Sweden could be notable, with a significant increase in the volume of bets in the coming years.

Africa

Broadway Platform secures LSLGA B2B supplier licence for Nigeria

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22 hours ago

April 21, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Broadway Platform has been granted a B2B supplier licence by the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA), allowing the company to provide technology services to licensed operators in Lagos State and the wider Nigerian market.

The approval covers Broadway Platform’s product suite, including casino and sportsbook infrastructure, payments, CRM, risk management, affiliate tools and back-office systems, according to the company.

The licence also extends to BroadHub, described as SPRIBE’s content aggregation platform. Broadway Platform said BroadHub provides access to slots, table games and live dealer content from more than 120 providers.

Giorgi Samkharadze, Director of Broadway Platform, said: “Gaining our LSLGA supplier licence is an important step in our commitment to operating within robust local regulatory frameworks. Nigeria represents a key growth market for us, and this approval ensures our partners can operate with full confidence in the compliance and integrity of their platform infrastructure.”

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Wicked Games wins Swedish B2B gaming licence

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2 days ago

April 20, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Approval from the Swedish Gambling Authority lets the studio supply content to licensed operators in Sweden.

Wicked Games has obtained a Swedish B2B gaming licence, clearing the studio to supply its content to licensed operators in Sweden.

The licence was granted by the Swedish Gambling Authority (Spelinspektionen) and expands Wicked Games’ regulated market footprint in Europe.

“Securing our Swedish licence is a strong validation of the compliance standards and technical readiness behind our business,” said Khadija El Abi, Head of Partnerships at Wicked Games. “Sweden is an important market for us, and this approval allows us to support licensed operators there with content built to stand out in competitive lobbies.”

Wicked Games said the approval supports its broader strategy to grow in regulated jurisdictions and make its content available to more operator partners in key markets.

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Compliance Updates

Ukraine Launches Online Portal for Gambling Licence Applications

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2 days ago

April 20, 2026

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Businesses can now obtain licenses for organising and conducting gambling activities online through the Diia portal, without paper documents or in-person interaction with the state, according to a statement by PlayCity, the state agency regulating Ukraine’s gambling and lottery market.

According to the release, applications can be generated in the Diia electronic cabinet and signed using a qualified electronic signature (QES). Some data will be automatically retrieved from state registries, including information about the company, its owners and beneficiaries.

PlayCity will review submitted applications, and applicants will receive decisions on license issuance or refusal online via Diia.

Companies will be able to apply for licenses covering casino operations, bookmaking, slot machine halls, online poker, as well as B2B services in the gambling sector.

Acting Minister of Digital Transformation Oleksandr Borniakov said on Telegram that the ministry, together with PlayCity, has also prepared amendments to sector-specific legislation aimed at strengthening entry checks for companies in terms of reputation, integrity, ownership structure and absence of ties to the aggressor state.

“Our goal is to create a transparent and controlled market in which digital tools ensure both convenience for businesses and trust in the state,” Borniakov said.

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