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Sweden has failed to protect the vulnerable players

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6 years ago

November 13, 2020

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The Ministry of Finance has proposed that the temporary restrictions on the online gambling market, that were introduced on July 2 this year, should be extended to June 30, 2021. The proposed restrictions are a weekly deposit limit of a maximum of SEK 5,000 and that bonus offers are limited to a maximum of 100 SEK.

The Ministry of Finance claimed during the spring that the gaming on online casino was strongly increasing during the pandemic and that the government needed to protect the Swedish consumers.

The minister stated that there where an increase in problem gaming during the spring, but that statement was not based on facts. Neither The Swedish Gambling Authority nor other authorities did see that as a fact.

Scientific studies

This is also something that later on was proofed by scientific studies conducted. https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2020.554542/full

“Results: Total gambling activity decreased by 13.29% during the first phase of the outbreak compared to forecast. Analyses of online gambling data revealed that although betting decreased substantially in synchrony with a slight increase in online casino gambling, there was no increase in likely problematic, high-intensity gambling and neither did total online gambling increase.

Conclusions: This first, preliminary study revealed no increase in Swedish gambling activity, total or specifically online, in the first phase of the covid-19 outbreak. Future research should examine whether pandemic-induced transitioning between gambling modalities and/or increased participation in gambling, leads to long-term effects on prevalence of problem gambling.”

Moving to the unlicensed market

Setting a deposit limit of 5,000 SEK per week does not solve the need to help people who have a gambling problem as it is always possible to gamble at different companies. Alternatively, you can play at the unlicensed companies. The effects will instead be that the individual gaming companies cannot follow the individual players’ behaviour and, if necessary, support it.

7 out of 10

It is an extremely worrying development in Sweden that 7 out of 10 of those who seek help for gambling problems have banned themselves from playing breaks and still continue to play. The idea of a game break is good, but there is a lack of power against the unlicensed gaming companies that target Swedish players and then the problems remain. A first step in resolving this is to prevent the possibility of paying with a number of well-known Swedish payment services at the unlicensed gaming companies. We have to close the holes! (https://www.spelfriheten.se/ Pelretin, organization for gambling addiction.)

This means that the blocking service Spelpaus (Spelpaus enables Swedish gamblers to paus them from all gambling on licensed operators https://www.spelpaus.se/ ) does not fulfil any major function as long as a number of different gaming companies without a Swedish gaming license are allowed to flourish freely. Several help seekers have also told us that these gaming companies provide the opportunity to pay with a number of well-known Swedish payment services

Lack of tax revenue

In 2019, the licensed companies in Sweden paid SEK 3.6 billion to the Treasury. An amount that is now steadily declining in step with the shift to the unlicensed companies.

Focusing on those who try to behave

No unlicensed company or person linked to unlicensed gaming activities has been fined or prosecuted since 1 January 2019, at the same time 26 fines have been issued for a total of 236.4 MSEK against the licensed gaming market.

The government’s mission should be to protect consumers and that should be their priority. On the contrary, the effects have been that they have shifted vulnerable players to the unlicensed companies. Sweden has failed to protect the vulnerable players and the extended regulations will not protect them.

Aaron Axisa Commercial Director at Vivid Gaming

Vivid Gaming signs Hub88 distribution deal for its slot portfolio

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17 minutes ago

July 21, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Single API integration puts Vivid’s 34-game catalogue in front of Hub88-connected operators across regulated and emerging markets.

Vivid Gaming has signed a partnership with Hub88 to distribute its slot games to operators via Hub88’s aggregation platform.

The companies said the deal will make Vivid Gaming’s catalogue available through a single integration, expanding reach across “multiple regulated and emerging markets” supported by Hub88’s network.

Vivid Gaming said it has built a portfolio of more than 30 slot titles, with 34 games currently listed in its catalogue, and that the agreement is part of its broader commercial expansion strategy.

Aaron Axisa, Commercial Director at Vivid Gaming, said: “Partnering with Hub88 marks another exciting step in our growth journey. Their reputation, technical excellence and extensive operator network make them an ideal distribution partner as we continue to expand our global footprint. We’re committed to delivering high-quality entertainment that stands out in an increasingly competitive market, and this partnership enables even more operators to offer our games to their players with a fast and seamless integration”.

Jessica Inglott, Head of Supplier Relations at Hub88, said: “We are delighted to welcome Vivid Gaming to our platform, further diversifying our global offering with their highly engaging, top-tier content. Vivid Gaming has quickly established a stellar reputation for combining striking visuals with innovative, player-centric mechanics. This partnership perfectly aligns with our mission to provide operators with frictionless access to the industry’s most exciting emerging studios through our single API integration, and we look forward to a highly successful collaboration”.

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01.tech

Aviatrix goes live on 01.tech aggregation platform

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17 minutes ago

July 21, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Deal adds Aviatrix’s crash game and connected titles, including Aviatrix Second Chance and Aviatrix Fruits, to 01.tech’s operator network.

Aviatrix has gone live on aggregator 01.tech under a new distribution agreement covering its crash game and broader iGaming Metaverse portfolio.

Under the deal, Aviatrix’s iGaming Metaverse is integrated into the 01.tech aggregation platform, giving operators access to the original Aviatrix crash game and other connected titles. Aviatrix said the line-up includes recent releases such as Aviatrix Second Chance and Aviatrix Fruits.

Aviatrix said its iGaming Metaverse is designed to let players move across multiple titles while maintaining progress and loyalty rewards, with the aim of improving retention.

Victoria Lambroza, Key Partnerships Executive at Aviatrix, said: “This partnership with 01.tech is an important step in bringing Aviatrix and our iGaming Metaverse to more operators and players around the world. What makes this deal especially exciting is that 01.tech’s operator partners gain access to a connected ecosystem of titles where players can build progress and continue their journey across multiple experiences.”

Inna Polly, Head of Game Aggregator at 01.tech, said: “Aviatrix has quickly established itself as one of the most innovative names in the crash and casino games space, and we are very pleased to add its content to the 01.tech aggregation platform. Our goal is to give operators access to high-quality and engaging content via a simple integration. Aviatrix is a strong addition to that offering, particularly because its iGaming Metaverse is driving such deep player engagement.”

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Central America

FeedConstruct takes exclusive data and streaming rights for Nicaragua’s Liga Primera

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11 hours ago

July 20, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Deal covers worldwide distribution of Liga Primera and Copa Primera content for sportsbooks and betting suppliers.

FeedConstruct has acquired exclusive worldwide streaming and data rights for Nicaragua’s top-tier football competitions, Liga Primera and Copa Primera.

The company said the agreement delivers start-to-finish coverage of every match across both competitions and expands its Central American football portfolio for sportsbook operators and providers using its data integration and streaming.

Ani Isakhanyan, Head of Rights and Content at FeedConstruct, stated, “Securing these exclusive rights is a highly valuable addition to our portfolio. Liga Primera and Copa Primera deliver the consistent football content that the global iGaming industry demands. This acquisition ensures our partners can offer comprehensive coverage of a rapidly emerging betting market.”

Allan J. Chamorro, Managing Partner at Apollo Sports Business Group, added, “Nicaragua has rapidly established itself as one of Central America’s fastest-growing football markets, attracting growing regional recognition and international commercial interest. Our partnership with FeedConstruct builds on that momentum by expanding the global distribution of Liga Primera and Copa Primera while powering sustainable commercial opportunities that strengthen clubs, elevate the competitions, and accelerate the long-term growth of the game.”

Liga Primera and Copa Primera are the main competitions in Nicaragua’s professional football calendar. FeedConstruct said the competitions are gaining regional recognition in Central America, supported by regular participation in CONCACAF tournaments.

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