The Swedish Gambling Authority, Spelinspektionen, has levied a substantial fine of SEK100 million (£7.5 million) against Svenska Spel Sport & Casino for neglecting to safeguard players from excessive gambling behaviors. The regulatory body pointed out that Svenska Spel failed to assist ten customers in curtailing their gambling activities despite evident reasons to do so....
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