Tag: Veikkaus
President gives final green light for competitive Finnish gambling market
Alexander Stubb, the President of Finland, has given the final seal of approval to the overhaul of the country’s gambling legislation,... more
Finland lawmakers vote to scrap gambling monopoly; license application window opens March 1
The legislation overhauling Finland’s gambling industry has been approved by the country’s parliament by an overwhelming majority,... more
Finland takes key step towards free market transition
Two new drafts on technical regulations will supplement Finland’s gradual transition to a licensed online gambling regime over the next... more
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
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... 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
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
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





