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...
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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...
Finland council questions impact of new gambling legislation
Finland’s council, Lainsäädännön arviointineuvosto, has raised concerns about the potential increase in gambling harms under the country’s new gambling legislation.
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Betsson’s BML Group remains on Finland’s blacklist
On November 28, Finland shared the updated payment blacklist, which included Betsson's BML Group.The blacklist was first introduced in 2022 and is part of a broader...
Finland to launch gambling regulations earlier than expected
Finland may bring forward the launch of its online gambling regulations, initially set for 2027, to allow horseracing betting.Finland released the draft version of the...
Underage gambling: still actual in Finland
Despite the legal gambling age rise in Finland, the country still has the actual issue of underage gambling.In many countries, gambling at a young age is a widespread...
