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Finansdepartementet – Sweden’s Ministry of Finance – has initiated an inquiry into the rules of party political lotteries, following concerns about the transparency of political funding. The Ministry outlined that its investigation would focus on “options to tighten party political lottery rules, strengthen consumer protections, and consider whether to grant licences for such lotteries.” Former civic ombudsman and Director-General of …

In honour of King Charles’ coronation, industry trade body Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has announced that its biggest members will donate all profits from Royal Ascot’s Britannia Stakes race to UK charities.  Winnings from Thursday’s handicap race will be distributed to SportsAid – whose Patron is Her Royal Highness the Princess of Wales – the Holocaust Educational Trust, Cystic …

Kiron Interactive has launched and repurposed its popular ‘UK Numbers’ lotto draw TV channel specifically for African markets. The virtual sports and live games developer has rolled out an all-new, bespoke 24/7 channel for African audiences, providing a select mix of market-leading numbers products across the continent. Its flagship UK Numbers channel features a mix of formats with two distinct …

Finland’s government has confirmed the scope and time frame of the country’s reforms of its gambling licence system, setting an expected date for the end of Europe’s last gaming monopoly. The changes were announced in the government’s latest agenda, along with a range of other legal changes. According to authorities, interested stakeholders can expect a change away from the current …

The UK Tote Group and Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) have agreed to expand their strategic partnership until 2028, focusing on the development of new wagering products to benefit all horse racing stakeholders. The partnership, which has grown since the UK Tote Group purchased the Tote in October 2019, has allowed for the successful development of World Pool. Entering its …

Kiron Interactive has named Leticia Palacios as the software company’s new Director of Sales for Latin America. As the supplier’s latest senior-level appointment, Palacios has been described as a gambling veteran with ‘extensive knowledge and experience’ of the region. The hiring comes at a time when the company reports that it anticipates further expansion and growth in LatAm – strengthening …

Animal activist movement Animal Rising has said that it will cease all of its protests this summer if British racing agrees to take part in a debate surrounding the morals of the sport. However, the BHA has announced that it has ‘refused to be coerced’ by the group and will not take part in the one-hour debate, which would be …

Though navigating choppy waters, Paf ultimately enjoyed a strong 2022, with turnover increasing by 23% year-over-year, marking a record for the Finnish government-owned gambling firm. Paf stated that revenue for 2022 hit €165.7m, a new company record and a 23% hike on 2021’s figure. The Ålands Islands operator also outlined that it continues to invest in responsible gaming measures, with …

Entain Australia has announced a partnership with Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) which includes a multi-million-dollar investment into the sport.  The agreement will see the FTSE 100 operator’s Ladbrokes brand takeover naming rights of the world’s richest greyhound race series – the Ladbrokes Million Dollar Chase – for the next ten years. The association has described it ‘the most significant track …

The Austrian Lotteries has increased the age limit across its full range of products and offerings to 18, joining several other European nations in doing so. From 10 July onwards, participation in all Austrian Lotteries games will be limited to those aged 18 and over, rising from the long-standing age threshold of 16. The decision was undertaken by the state …