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Veikkaus: strategic transformation to remain market leader in 2027

12 Jul 2025

In view of the imminent opening up of the Finnish online gambling market, Veikkaus is embarking on an ambitious transformation. Buoyed by new talent, modernised technological tools and an offensive strategy, the company hopes to win back a market it has long dominated. Here’s how Veikkaus is preparing its return to the top in a rapidly changing iGaming landscape.

Economy

Finland risks gambling chaos with new law – Top lawyer Antti Koivula sounds alarm

Ron

26 May 2025

Finland wants to lift the state monopoly on online gambling. From 2027, commercial operators will be allowed to participate under a licence. The law is not yet through, but the plans are ready.

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Veikkaus: Failure is not an option

Julien

10 May 2025

Veikkaus, the long-standing Finnish gambling monopoly, is at a turning point in its history. The country is opening its market in January 2027, and the company is preparing to face formidable competition from the private sector.

Economy

Finland scraps gambling monopoly – what changes in 2026

Ron

9 May 2025

The gambling monopoly in Finland will end in 2026. The state-owned company Veikkaus will lose its exclusive position. From then on, other companies will also be allowed to apply for a licence to offer online gambling.

Legislation

Finland wants affiliates ban – experts predict illegal gambling chaos

Ron

27 Mar 2025

Finland wants to ban affiliate marketing in their new online gambling legislation. According to the Finnish government, affiliate marketing carries risks. They cite misinformation, unclear boundaries between legal and illegal providers, and the lack of consumer protection. They also see tax avoidance as a problem because many affiliates are based outside Finland.

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Scandal in finland: Football association confirms match-fixing!

Ron

6 Feb 2025

The Finnish Football Association has confirmed that multiple matches in the lower divisions were manipulated. The disciplinary committee stated that “irrefutable evidence” of match-fixing was found.

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Betsson Group under pressure: BML Group on Finnish block list again

Ron

6 Dec 2024

Finnish authorities have added Betsson Group’s subsidiary, BML Group, to the list of payment blocks again.

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Veikkaus risks huge fine after advertising blunder

Maxime

29 Nov 2024

Veikkaus, the gambling company with a monopoly in Finland, received a stern warning from the gambling authority last week.

Legislation

Finland breaks state monopoly: Makes room for other gambling companies

Maxime

11 Nov 2024

Finland is facing a major change: the country wants to open up the gambling market to competition in 2026.

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Greentube now also in Finland thanks to deal with Veikkaus

Maxime

1 Nov 2024

Greentube, the online gaming arm of Novomatic, has just taken a big step in Finland. Thanks to a partnership with Veikkaus, the state gambling operator of Finland, Finnish players can now enjoy some of the most popular games.

Economy

Veikkaus sees millions evaporate in just 6 months

Maxime

8 Sep 2024

Veikkaus is dealing with a sharp decline in its turnover. In its financial report for the first half of 2024 the company reported a 7 percent decline in gross gaming revenue GGR.

Economy

Finland’s new Gambling Law: EGBA sees room for improvement

Ron

7 Sep 2024

Finland is set to make major changes to its online gambling laws, marking a significant milestone in European gambling regulation.

Legislation

Antti Koivula: This is How the Gambling Industry in Finland Will Change

Ron

3 Sep 2024

Antti Koivula shares his insights and visions for the future regarding the dramatic changes taking place in the Finnish gambling market.

Economy

New Finnish gambling legislation: Fear of growth illegal operators

Ron

19 Aug 2024

Finnish broadcaster MTV reported earlier this month that foreign gambling companies will be allowed to enter the Finnish market from next year.

Legislation

Finnish government faces conflict of interest with Veikkaus

Caroline

16 Aug 2024

Finland is preparing for a major transformation of its online gambling market with legalisation planned for 2027.

Economy

Regulated gambling market planned for Finland in 2027

Ron

6 Jul 2024

Finland is about to open its online gambling market. The bill for a new gambling law has been submitted for consultation. Veikkaus the state-owned company that until now had a monopoly on online gambling will have to compete with other operators from the beginning of 2027.

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