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Denmark’s Spillemyndigheden Regulatory Agency Shuts Down 25 Illegal Gambling Sites in 2019

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Danish gambling regulator Spillemyndigheden has revealed that it had blocked access to 25 online gambling websites in 2019, as part of the efforts to stamp out illegal activity in the country.

Working in partnership with the Danish Tax Authority, the regulator conducted a search of 502 websites. Ten were found to be operating illegally, prompting Spillemyndigheden to file court petitions to have internet service providers block access to the sites. These cases are all expected to conclude later this year.

After expanding the scope of its search for potentially illegal content to include skin betting in 2018, 110 sites were reviewed in 2019, with closer investigations carried out for six. Petitions to have ISPs block access to 15 sites were filed in total.

For land-based gambling, it noted that under the Gaming Act it does not have any jurisdiction over illegal land-based gambling, though assists the Danish police when and where required. This saw it provide input on 19 cases in which gaming venues offered poker or slot machines without certification.

These efforts appear to be having a positive impact on efforts to channel players towards legal gambling offerings. According to research by H2 Gambling Capital, Spillemyndigheden said an estimated 91.54% of gambling spend occurred through legal channels.

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Platipus Granted UK B2B Licence

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Platipus Gaming has secured a B2B license to function in the United Kingdom. This license permits the company to supply gaming content to operators licensed in the UK and marks an important achievement in Platipus’ continuous emphasis on regulatory compliance, operational uniformity, and responsible product delivery.

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is acknowledged worldwide for its comprehensive regulatory structure and exceptional benchmarks in safeguarding players, ensuring technical compliance, and overseeing operations. Obtaining a UK B2B licence verifies that Platipus’ products, operational methods, and development strategies adhere to these criteria, showing that the firm can deliver content in line with rigorous regulatory requirements.

Importance for Operators

Collaborating with a Platipus-licensed provider allows UK-licensed operators to guarantee that content complies with UKGC standards. This minimizes the requirement for extra regulatory evaluations and facilitates more seamless incorporation of third-party content into licensed activities. All products are created and provided with a focus on responsible gambling and player safety, conforming to the technical and operational criteria set by the Commission.

Strategic Significance for Platipus

The UK licence showcases Platipus’ philosophy of compliance by design. Regulatory factors are incorporated early in the development process instead of being treated as a final review point. This method guarantees that products, processes, and operational frameworks are ready for regulated settings from the beginning.

Being regulated by the UKGC also allows Platipus to participate in other markets, where UK standards frequently serve as reference points. The license backs the company’s objective of ensuring steady product quality, dependable operations, and accountable content provision in various regions.

Priscila Ribeiro, Chief Strategic Officer, said: “Obtaining a UK B2B licence confirms that our internal processes, development approach, and products meet the regulatory expectations of one of the most scrutinised iGaming markets globally. It allows us to operate with UK-licensed operators within a clear compliance framework.”

Viktoriia Andreasen, Head of Marketing: “The UK market is highly structured and regulated, with detailed expectations for content providers. Holding this licence allows Platipus to engage with licensed operators while maintaining consistent operational and compliance standards, and ensures our content is designed and delivered responsibly.”

A Milestone for Operational Maturity

With its B2B license in the UK, Platipus Gaming begins a new phase of compliant operations. The license demonstrates the organization’s dedication to enduring operational dependability, adherence to regulations, and accountable product provision. It further verifies that Platipus is capable of providing content in one of the most strictly regulated iGaming markets globally, with all technical, operational, and compliance standards met.

This milestone signifies more than just an expansion in geography. It indicates that Platipus has organized procedures, strong governance, and a development approach centered on compliance, establishing a basis for ongoing regulated activities and sustainable growth across various markets.

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How to Apply for a Finnish iGaming License: Gaming in Finland Webinar on Application Steps and Technical Standards

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Starting March 1, 2027, Finland’s gambling authority will begin handling online gambling license requests in anticipation of the iGaming market launch on July 1, 2027.

The necessary secondary legislation and associated technical requirements for effectively submitting an iGaming license application are anticipated to be released soon.

While the precise details remain unclear, it is evident that Finnish regulations will significantly differ from those in other Nordic countries, like Sweden or Denmark.

Due to these developments, Gaming in Finland will host a webinar on Thursday, March 5 at 14:00 CET/15:00 EET, titled “How Finland is different.”

Gaming in Finland founder Willem van Oort commented: “If you are considering entering the Finnish iGaming market, this webinar comes at a most opportune time: one or perhaps two weeks after the publication of the secondary legislation that is necessary to submit your license application. Naturally, we are particularly grateful to our local partners for helping us make sense of the license application process and the associated technical requirements.”

Topics and speakers

The webinar will cover the following topics:

Regulatory update
FAQ: The license application form
Technical requirements & acceptable solutions

At present, the following speakers have been confirmed:

Morten Ronde, Founding Partner, Nordic Legal
Pekka Ilmivalta, Head of Finnish Office, Nordic Legal
Technical expert, Ubetec

Registration

Registration for the Gaming in Finland webinar is now open: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_z604czymTd6un1ER7Lu0ng#/registration

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EveryMatrix gains South Africa licence with customer launch pipeline on the rise

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EveryMatrix has obtained official licensing consent to provide its complete platform technology in South Africa, with its client pipeline quickly expanding throughout the continent and significant customer launches approaching.

EveryMatrix South Africa (EMSA) has obtained a manufacturer’s license from the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board and is now permitted to offer its modular and turnkey platform solutions in sports, casino, player account management (PAM), payments, and affiliate management to top local and international operators.

The tier-1 technology provider has achieved considerable progress throughout Africa recently, collaborating with numerous local brands and finalizing agreements with several others set to launch in the upcoming months.

The purchase of FSB Technology has also given it additional access to South Africa and various other developed and developing iGaming markets on the continent.

An increasing number of major local and global tier-1 operators, as well as World Lottery Association member organizations in essential regulated markets, are choosing EveryMatrix’s turnkey platform technology.

Mark Schmidt, Managing Director, Africa, EveryMatrix, said: “Bringing our full suite of turnkey platform products into South Africa under our new licence is enabling us to power some of the biggest brands here, giving them access to technology that will instantly unlock their potential and drive market growth. In the coming weeks and months, we’ll be announcing some major deals so watch this space.

“Our casino, sports, PAM, payments, games and content aggregation and affiliate management solutions, supported by our local experts who understand their needs and challenges are providing an offering no one else has been able to offer so far in South Africa and across the continent.”

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