Location: Finland
Veikkaus posts first signs of change ahead of competitive Finland market
Data from Veikkaus Group reveals minor turbulence in the Finnish market ahead of its scheduled re-regulation in 2027. Veikkaus’ operating... more
ATG, entering Finland via joint venture, makes two key executive hires
The Finnish joint venture between Suomen Hippos and Swedish gaming operator ATG has appointed its first two senior executives, as the... more
How is Veikkaus preparing for a competitive gaming market in Finland?
The gambling monopoly story is a well-worn one, but Finland’s Veikkaus is planning to break the mold once the market liberalizes in January... more
Finland launches Veikkaus competition probe after complaint
The Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority (FCCA) will investigate state-owned gambling operator Veikkaus following a complaint from... more
Veikkaus partners with OpenBet ahead of Finland’s competitive market
Veikkaus, Finland’s government-owned betting operator and World Lottery Association member, has launched its new, next-generation sports... more
‘Veikkaus won’t fail,’ says online EVP as Finland’s monopoly prepares for competitive market
The digital arm of Veikkaus, Finland’s gambling monopoly, is overhauling its technology and poaching industry talent, as it prepares... more
Landmark Finland gambling law begins parliamentary process to establish commercial industry
Finland’s landmark gambling law to establish a competitive licensing system began making its way through the country’s parliament [last... more
Finland’s gambling monopoly posts 7.3% sales decline in 2024, looks ahead to market liberalization
Veikkaus reported declining sales in 2024, continuing a long-term downward trend for the Finnish monopoly, which it expects to turn around... more
Finnish legislators ask if de-monopolized market could increase gambling harm
A legislative review council in Finland has called for more detail on whether the new gambling framework could increase gambling harms and... more
Playtech live casino debuts in Finland with Veikkaus
Playtech has announced the launch of its live casino product in Finland via the nation’s state-owned monopoly operator, Veikkaus. The two... more
