Norway has long taken a unique approach to gambling — one that sets it apart from most of Europe. While countries around it have opened up their gambling markets to private...
Norway implements new rules to regulate gambling safely
Norway’s Lottery Authority claims young players raise new concerns in the gambling market with their risky gambling habits.
According to the report, foreign operators saw their turnover drop from NOK 1.6 billion ($153.5 million) in 2023 to NOK 1.3 billion ($124.7 million) in 2024. Tore Bell, director of the Lottery Authority, sees this as a win for Norway’s state-run system, where platforms like Norsk Tipping and Norsk Rikstoto are thriving.
Tore Bell said:
“Player channelization is about to reach a level where the effort to get the remaining ones to the legal market will require special measures. We believe that Norsk Tipping must make casino games, online computer games less risky and accessible to young players.”
Illegal international gambling operators are departing from the Norwegian market. However, illegal platforms still hold a 22% to 28% market share for popular games like online slots. While that’s a drop from previous years, it’s still a big worry, especially as more young adults (18–25) are getting hooked on high-risk games.
Norway plans to have a licensing model by 2028
At the same time, political pressure is growing to move towards a licensing model by 2028, which some believe would suggest a better protection system for players and combat illegal gambling.
FAQs
Is gambling legal in Norway?
Gambling in Norway is legal and regulated.
What is the legal gambling age in Norway?
The legal gambling age in Norway is 18.
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