Finland opens applications for online gambling licenses
Finland has officially opened applications for online gambling licenses as the country is moving to end the monopoly of the state-controlled Veikkaus and launch the regulated...
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Finland faces backlash for proposed player protection rules
Operators in Finland, including SkillOnNet and Wildz Group, have hit back at proposed player protection measures, stressing that they could push players to the black market.
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New Finnish Gambling Act formally published
After Finland’s president ratified the new Gambling Act on January 16, 2026, it was formally published, completing the restructuring of the country’s gambling framework.
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Finland’s President ratifies new gambling act
On January 16, 2026, Finland’s President Alexander Stubb formally signed the new Gambling Act, which was passed in Parliament on December 16, 2025.A two-track system will...
Finland iGaming bill to be implemented in January 2026
On December 16, 2025, the Finnish government voted with 158 in favor, 9 against, and 32 absentees to approve the new online gambling bill.The reforms will take effect...
Finland delays gambling bill amid lack of staff
Finland’s Administrative Committee has called to delay the implementation of the commercial licensing gambling market until July 1, 2027, as the Licensing and Supervision...
Veikkaus adjusts leadership during Finland’s gambling reform
As Finland moves forward with its new gambling bill, Veikkaus has introduced a leadership change that adds to a period of transition for the operator.
Veikkaus deputy CEO...
Finland to transition to licensed gambling regime
A new gambling framework in Finland with two drafts, which will allow operators to apply for licenses, is expected to be passed at the start of 2026, with the actual market...
Finland moves to end gambling monopoly by 2027
The Finnish government has introduced a bill to end Veikkaus’ monopoly on iGaming by late 2026, opening the way for international companies to operate under a new licensing...