Finland is officially ending Veikkaus’ long-standing grip on online gambling, clearing the way for licensed competition starting in July 2027. From One to Many: What’s Changing The ink is dry. President Alexander Stubb has signed off on Finland’s new Gambling Act, and with it comes a major shift: online betting, slots, and casino games will […]
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Austria Eyes 2027 Overhaul as Gambling Monopoly Faces Mounting Criticism
As Vienna begins drafting the next round of gambling licenses, operators warn that doubling down on the old monopoly could backfire. Drafting the Future: Ministry Confirms Tender Prep Austria’s Ministry of Finance has officially kicked off the process for the country’s 2027 casino licensing cycle. A new legislative draft is in development, aiming to unify […]
Italy’s Online Gambling Reset: Fewer Sites, Stricter Rules, and a Big Shake-Up for Players
As of 7am on November 13, Italy officially flipped the switch on a new, tightly regulated online gambling market. Led by the customs and monopolies agency (ADM), this reset saw 52 fresh licenses activated, marking the end of an era dominated by loosely controlled affiliate networks and outdated oversight. Though the reboot was scheduled for […]
Annexio Pulls Isle of Man License Amid Rising Costs and Regulatory Shifts
Annexio has confirmed plans to voluntarily surrender its B2C online gambling license issued by the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC). The move comes as the company responds to rising compliance demands and growing customer acquisition costs across multiple jurisdictions. Headquartered in Fort Anne, Douglas, Annexio described the decision as part of a broader […]
Ireland’s Gambling Regulator Pushes Back on 2026 Licensing Delay Reports
GRAI Sticks to Late 2025 Target for Licensing Launch Reports hinting at a delay in Ireland’s new gambling licensing regime until mid-2026 don’t tell the full story, according to the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI). While The Journal cited a parliamentary exchange suggesting that the licensing system wouldn’t be in place until 2026, the […]
