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Survey: Supporters of Centre Party, Finns Party and National Coalition Party are against the Government’s decision concerning Veikkaus Ltd
The Finnish Government’s decision to make budget appropriations in order to fully compensate Veikkaus Ltd.’s beneficiaries for the decline in Veikkaus’s revenue from gambling divides the Finnish people into two, almost equal-sized opposing camps, as indicated by the survey commissioned from Bilendi Oy.
Finns are split almost exactly in half over whether or not the Finnish Government reached the right solution in deciding to make budget appropriations to fully compensate Veikkaus Ltd.’s beneficiaries for the decline in Veikkaus’s revenue from gambling in 2020.
In March this year, Veikkaus Ltd, the government-owned betting agency that holds a monopoly in Finland, shut down its gambling machines in grocery stores, convenience stores, restaurants and petrol stations due to the coronavirus crisis. Additionally, sports betting has faced an exceptional situation, as many popular sports have temporarily ceased.
41% of Finns are in favour of the Government’s decision to fully compensate the beneficiaries for the decline in revenue, while 38% of them are against it. The rest cannot say how they feel about it.
These are some of the findings of a survey conducted by the market research company Bilendi Oy as part of its M3 Panel, a nationwide consumer panel, between 10 and 13 July 2020, on commission by Kasino Curt, the gambling information website (https://kasinocurt.com/). The margin of error in the survey is ±3.1 percentage points. A total of 1,000 Finnish adults responded to the survey, and the sample was weighted by age, gender and place of residence to represent the Finnish population on a national scale.
Out of all parties’ supporters, the decision by the Government headed by Prime Minister Sanna Marin arouses the most opposition among Finns Party voters, of whom just 31 percent relate favourably to it. Out of the Cabinet parties’ supporters, Centre Party voters are against the Government’s decision; merely 37 percent of them are in favour of it. Likewise, supporters of the National Coalition Party and the minor parties are against the Government’s decision.
“On the whole, the difference between the support and opposition is so small that it falls within the margin of error. However, different age groups relate very differently to the matter. The 18-24-year-olds feel most negatively about the decision, whereas among the 45-54-year-olds, as many as 47 percent consider the decision a good one,” says Janne Juntunen, Senior Client Service Manager for Bilendi Oy.
Gambling machines in grocery stores: a sign of the post-COVID-19 era?
In June, Veikkaus publicly announced it will restart the gambling machines on 15 July. Veikkaus also announced it will do so with attention to the health risks caused by COVID-19, which seems to have convinced the Finnish people.
According to Kasino Curt’s survey, 46% of Finns approve of Veikkaus’s decision to turn the gambling machines back on while 30% of them disapprove of it. The rest cannot say how they feel about it.
“The coronavirus epidemic was not mentioned in conjunction with the survey for impartiality reasons, but the respondents may have thought that the restart of Veikkaus’s gambling machines is a sign of the post-COVID-19 era,” Juntunen mentions.
Last year, Kasino Curt commissioned two similar surveys from Bilendi. The findings of these surveys indicated that more Finns support than oppose the idea of abolishing Finland’s gambling monopoly and adopting a gambling licence system and that Finns are suspicious of the Finnish MPs’ motives in gambling matters.
The results of all the three surveys are still available online at https://kasinocurt.com.
Listed below are the statements of the most recent survey and those responses that indicated agreement or disagreement with them (that is to say, the responses “Cannot say” are not included in the listing):
- In March this year, Veikkaus Ltd shut down its gambling machines in grocery stores, convenience stores, restaurants and petrol stations. On 15 July, Veikkaus will turn the gambling machines back on. In my opinion, the decision to restart the gambling machines is the right one. Agree 46%, disagree 30%.
- The Finnish Government has decided to make budget appropriations in order to fully compensate Veikkaus Ltd.’s beneficiaries for the decline in Veikkaus’s revenue from gambling in 2020. In my opinion, this is right. (The beneficiaries are represented by a number of organisations.) Agree 41%, disagree 38%.
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BMM Testlabs to Exhibit at SiGMA Asia Summit 2026
BMM Testlabs announced its participation in the SiGMA Asia Summit May 31-June 3 at the SMX Convention Center Manila.
Attendees can visit BMM Testlabs at Stand No. 2619 to learn how the Company supports suppliers, operators and regulators across regulated gaming markets worldwide through its comprehensive compliance and product certification services.
BMM will highlight its ability to test and certify gaming products to every regulator’s standard, anywhere in the world.
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BMM Testlabs’ Vice President, Business Development – Asia Jeffrey Fong said: “SiGMA Asia Summit continues to be an important event for the gaming industry across the Asia-Pacific region. We are proud to support suppliers, operators, and regulators with trusted compliance expertise that helps bring products to market efficiently and responsibly. Our global experience, combined with our strong regional knowledge, allows us to help our customers grow confidently in regulated gaming markets throughout Asia and beyond.”
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Amusnet Hosts Second Charity Run to Empower Bulgarian Athletes
For a second consecutive year, Amusnet united employees, families, friends and sports enthusiasts around a meaningful cause through the Amusnet Charity Run. It is a corporate initiative combining active lifestyles, teamwork and social impact. The event was initiated by Konstantin Ivanov, Director, Engineering Casino at Amusnet, and has quickly become a growing tradition within the company.
This year’s edition attracted nearly 200 participants, including representatives from almost every division across the organisation, with especially strong involvement from the technical, product, compliance and production teams. Employees took part alongside family members and friends, turning the event into a celebration of community spirit and shared values.
The initiative aims to support athletes from the National Paralympic Organisation in their preparation for upcoming national and international competitions. For every kilometre completed, Amusnet donated funds to the Organisation in support of the athletes and their future participation in competitions, reflecting the idea that sport unites people, builds resilience and drives positive change.
Participants collectively covered an impressive 960 kilometres, and the atmosphere throughout the event reflected strong engagement and enthusiasm across all levels of the company, from employees and specialists to division leads and management representatives. Many colleagues joined the initiative for a second consecutive year, further reinforcing the event’s importance within the company culture.
“This event is a sporting challenge for us, but also reflects the spirit of solidarity and responsibility shared across the company. Seeing so many colleagues and their families personally support this cause proves that when people unite around a meaningful mission, they can create real impact,” said Konstantin Ivanov, Director, Engineering Casino at Amusnet and initiator of the Charity Run.
Ilia Lalov, Chairman of the National Paralympic Federation, said: “Support like this is invaluable for our athletes. Beyond the financial contribution, initiatives such as the Amusnet Charity Run send a strong message of respect, inclusion, and encouragement to the entire Paralympic community. We are grateful to everyone who stood behind this cause.”
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Amusnet Goes Live with Superbet in Greece
Amusnet Greece has launched its portfolio on Superbet.gr, marking an important step in strengthening its presence in the Greek regulated market.
Through this partnership, the players can now enjoy a selection of Amusnet’s most popular and proven titles, known for their engaging gameplay, reliability and high-quality design. The rollout features 69 top-performing titles, providing a robust selection of content from day one.
The initial release for Greece includes world-renowned games such as Shining Crown and Shining Crown Buy Bonus, the 14 Golden Coins Link Jackpot titles and the popular “Hot” series featuring Super Hot, Power Hot and Burning Hot. These games offer players a balanced mix of classical mechanics and modern features, tailored to the local audience’s preferences.
“We are grateful to be part of Superbet’s entry into the Greek market and excited about the opportunities this partnership brings. With our strong local presence and proven performance in the market, we are confident we can support Superbet in building a competitive and engaging offering from day one,” said Jelena Stankovic, Director at Amusnet Greece.
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The launch further reinforces Amusnet’s commitment to expanding its footprint in key regulated markets while delivering tailored, high-quality content to local audiences through trusted partners like Superbet.
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