The Government of Sweden has formally appointed Peter Knutsson as Director General of Spelinspektionen, the country’s national gambling regulator. The appointment marks a significant leadership transition at a time when the Swedish gambling sector continues to evolve under regulatory scrutiny and market pressures....
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Finance News, iGaming News
February 17, 2026
Svenska Spel reports 2025 revenue growth and higher profit
Svenska Spel has reported a year of measured financial growth for the 12 months ending 31 December 2025, despite completing its withdrawal from the land based casino market. The state...
Companies & People, iGaming News
December 15, 2025
Svenska Spel names Mårten Forste as Sport and Casino Manager
Svenska Spel, one of Sweden’s leading regulated gaming companies, has announced the appointment of Mårten Forste as its new Business Area Manager for Sport & Casino. The appointment reflects the...
iGaming News, Laws
November 17, 2025
Sweden bonus ban could favor gambling monopolies
The ongoing debate in Sweden regarding a potential blanket ban on iGaming bonuses has generated significant attention across the country’s regulated gambling landscape. This discussion intensified after Svenska Spel and...
Finance News, iGaming News
October 22, 2025
Eurojackpot and Oddset drive Svenska Spel 2025 growth
Svenska Spel, Sweden’s state-owned gaming operator, has reported robust financial performance in the first nine months of 2025, with net gaming revenue showing a notable increase compared to the same...
Business News, iGaming News
October 14, 2025
Peter & Sons brings unique slots to Svenska Spel casinos
The award-winning game studio Peter & Sons has officially launched its innovative slot games across Svenska Spel Sport & Casino and MomangCasino, marking another major milestone in its ongoing expansion...
iGaming News, Laws
October 8, 2025
Sweden’s Bonus Rules and Gambling Reform Debate
Sweden’s gambling industry is once again under scrutiny as policymakers, regulators, and operators clash over the country’s strict bonus rules and their unintended consequences. Since the implementation of Sweden’s re-regulated...
iGaming News, Laws
October 6, 2025
BOS criticizes Svenska Spel gambling regulation plans
The Swedish online gambling sector has entered a new phase of debate following the release of a set of reform proposals by Svenska Spel. The proposals, intended to enhance player...
iGaming News, Laws
October 1, 2025
Svenska Spel reveals new gambling regulation proposals
Sweden’s state-owned gambling operator, Svenska Spel, has unveiled a comprehensive report detailing 18 regulatory proposals aimed at tightening gambling oversight and enhancing consumer protection across the country. The report, spanning...
iGaming News, Laws
September 24, 2025
Swedish Gambling Act review proposes stricter enforcement
Sweden is once again reassessing the foundations of its gambling regulation. A newly released memorandum by Marcus Isgren, who has been tasked with evaluating the Swedish Gambling Act, presents recommendations...
Companies & People, iGaming News
September 17, 2025
Svenska Spel appoints Robert Nygren as head of sales
Svenska Spel Sport & Casino has announced a significant leadership appointment, naming Robert Nygren as the company’s new head of sales and marketing. Nygren assumed his position on August 18,...
Finance News, iGaming News
July 16, 2025
Svenska Spel revenue steady but Q2 profit declines
Swedish state-owned operator Svenska Spel has published its financial results for the second quarter (Q2) and first half (H1) of 2025. While net gaming revenue (NGR) for Q2 remained steady...
iGaming News, Laws
June 3, 2025
Swedish Court Overturns Svenska Spel Fine and Warning
The Swedish Gambling Authority (Spelinspektionen) imposed a formal warning and an administrative fine of SEK 100 million (approximately $10.5 million USD) against Svenska Spel Sport & Casino AB following an...
Finance News, iGaming News
May 21, 2025
Spelinspektionen reports 1% decline in Q1 gambling revenue
The Swedish Gambling Authority, Spelinspektionen, has released its financial figures for the first quarter of 2025, offering a snapshot of how the country’s licensed gambling operators have performed at the...
Companies & People, iGaming News
May 8, 2025
Svenska Spel appoints Narva as new PR agency
Svenska Spel, Sweden’s state-owned gambling company, has appointed Narva Communications as its new corporate communications agency. Following a competitive procurement process, Narva emerged as the preferred partner and will be...
Finance News, iGaming News
April 24, 2025
Svenska Spel reports Q1 2025 revenue at SEK1.88 billion
Svenska Spel, Sweden’s state-run gaming company, has published its financial update for the first quarter of 2025, offering a detailed summary of the organization’s performance across its various business segments....
Companies & People, iGaming News
March 21, 2025
Eva-Lotta Sjöstedt to lead Svenska Spel’s board
The Swedish government has announced a significant change in the leadership of Svenska Spel, the country’s state-owned gaming company. Eva-Lotta Sjöstedt has been nominated as the new chairwoman of the...
Companies & People, iGaming News
March 14, 2025
Amäni Radwan joins Svenska Spel as CFO
Svenska Spel, Sweden's leading state-owned gaming operator, has announced a significant leadership transition with the appointment of Amäni Radwan as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Radwan, who has been...
Companies & People
November 16, 2024
Jesper Kärrbrink: Shaping the Future of iGaming
Jesper Kärrbrink stands out as a prominent figure in the iGaming world, blending visionary leadership with a passion for responsible gaming. With a career that spans various high-profile roles, Kärrbrink's...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 28, 2024
Svenska Spel’s 93.2% Healthy Revenue in Q2
In the latest quarterly report, Svenska Spel, Sweden’s prominent state-owned gaming operator, has revealed a noteworthy achievement: a 93.2 percent share of “healthy revenue” for the second quarter (Q2) of...
Business News, iGaming News
May 30, 2024
Svenska Spel & Kambi Launch New Sportsbook
In an exciting development for the sports betting industry, Svenska Spel Sport & Casino, in collaboration with Kambi, has launched a new sportsbook. This new venture is the culmination of...
iGaming News, Laws
March 26, 2024
Swedish Regulators Fines Svenska Spel
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....
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March 21, 2024
Fennica Gaming and IGT Forge Partnership
Fennica Gaming and IGT have entered into a groundbreaking agreement to supply VLT games on IGT’s platform. This partnership marks a significant milestone for both companies, heralding a new era...