The Swedish gambling industry faces a pivotal moment as calls for Svenska Spel’s privatisation grow louder than ever. Gustaf Hoffstedt of the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling argues that government ownership undermines market fairness. With mounting financial struggles and regulatory fines, privatising Svenska Spel could promote impartiality and competitiveness in the gambling market. Explore […]
How can the gambling industry lead the charge against money laundering? BOS (The Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling) has unveiled a set of transformative initiatives designed to strengthen anti-money laundering (AML) practices across Sweden’s gambling sector. With rising regulatory expectations and the increasing complexity of financial crimes, these initiatives aim to set a new […]
Sweden’s Gambling Act is under scrutiny as the National Audit Office has raised concerns about regulatory oversight in the industry. In response, the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling (BOS) has voiced strong support for a formal review of the Act, agreeing with the audit’s call for tougher regulations on unlicensed operators. Sweden’s National Audit […]
The Swedish parliament is set to revisit its gambling tax rate, potentially reshaping the country’s gambling landscape. Following concerns over declining channelisation rates, lawmakers are considering a tax reduction to retain players in the licensed market. Lowering the tax could make licensed platforms more attractive, steering Swedish players away from unregulated and potentially risky alternatives. […]
Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling Strengthens Anti-Money Laundering Measures with Advisense Partnership The online gambling industry faces increasing scrutiny over money laundering and terrorist financing risks. In a bid to bolster industry safeguards, the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling (BOS) has partnered with leading compliance consulting firm Advisense. This collaboration aims to identify […]
BOS Advocates for Private Land-Based Casinos in Sweden Amid Casino Cosmopol Closure In a significant development within Sweden’s gambling landscape, the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling (BOS) has voiced its stance on the government’s proposal to close Casino Cosmopol in Stockholm. This move comes as part of broader constitutional amendments aimed at reshaping the […]
BOS Backs Swedish Consumer Agency’s Call for Clearer Gambling Ad Disclosures on TV4 The Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling (BOS) aligns with the Swedish Consumer Agency to redefine transparency in gambling advertising on TV. Amid controversies, the “Trisskrapet” TV segment on TV4 has been officially categorized as advertising, prompting calls for enhanced consumer disclosures. […]
Sweden Bolsters Fight Against Match-Fixing with New Legislative Measures Sweden has taken a decisive step forward in the battle against match-fixing with a proposed expansion of laws governing information sharing among key stakeholders. This initiative, spearheaded by the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling (BOS), underscores a national commitment to cleansing sports and betting markets […]
Swedish Association Challenges Proposed Credit Gambling Ban In the battleground of Swedish gambling regulations, the Swedish online gambling trade association BOS has sounded the alarm against the Ministry of Finance’s ambitious plan to outlaw gambling with credit. This proposed ban, intended to curb problem gambling and safeguard consumer finances, has sparked intense debate within the […]
The Battle Over Credit Card Bans: BOS Fights Swedish Government’s Proposal In the realm of online gambling, a fierce battle is brewing in Sweden. At the heart of this conflict lies the Swedish government’s proposal to ban the use of credit cards for gambling transactions. While ostensibly aimed at curbing financial distress and indebtedness, this […]