October 10, 2024

Lotteritilsynet Investigates Norsk Tipping Over Exclusion Failures

In a critical move for player protection, Norway’s gambling regulator, Lotteritilsynet, has launched an investigation into Norsk Tipping. This follows concerns that the monopoly operator failed to allow players to properly self-exclude from its mobile app, raising questions about its compliance with Norway’s strict gambling regulations. The investigation was triggered by Norsk Tipping itself, which […]

September 30, 2024

Norsk Tipping Fined NOK4.5m Over Incorrect Jackpot Payout

Did you know that Norsk Tipping, Norway’s state-owned gambling monopoly, just faced a NOK4.5 million penalty for an incorrect jackpot payout? The incident exposed critical gaps in compliance with Norway’s strict gambling regulations. Are you interested in understanding how this error could reshape the industry’s approach to regulatory compliance? Read on for an in-depth look […]

September 11, 2024

Norway’s Conservative Party pushes to end gambling monopoly

Norway’s Conservative Party Pushes to End Gambling Monopoly, Advocates for Market Liberalization Norway’s Conservative Party has boldly joined the call to end the nation’s longstanding gambling monopoly. This pivotal move could transform Norway’s gambling landscape, bringing the country in line with its Scandinavian neighbors. As the last Scandinavian country to maintain a gambling monopoly, Norway’s […]

November 27, 2023

Tonje Sagstuen Takes Helm as Managing Director of Norsk Tipping

Get ready for a significant development in the world of Norwegian gambling as Tonje Sagstuen takes the reins as the new Managing Director of Norsk Tipping, the state-owned gambling monopoly. In an era of potential changes to Norway’s online gambling landscape, this appointment holds immense importance. Sagstuen, who has been serving as the acting CEO […]

October 31, 2023

Unraveling the Intricacies of Norway’s Gambling Traditions

Norway, with its picturesque landscapes, rich cultural tapestry, and progressive policies, also boasts a unique gambling culture deeply rooted in its heritage. Stemming from a mix of historical narratives, legislative parameters, and cultural ethos, the Norwegian approach to gambling is notably distinct. Venture into the captivating realm of Norske Spilere Sider, as we explore its […]

October 27, 2023

Norway Cracks Down on Gambling Advertising and Unlicensed Operators

Norway has intensified its efforts against unlicensed gambling, leading to advertising restrictions on TV. Subsequently, state regulator Lottstift directed the Norwegian monopoly gambling operators, Norsk Tipping and Norsk Rikstoto, to curtail their marketing expenditures. Adhering to the regulator’s order from last August, Norsk Tipping has cut down its advertising expenses by 20%, equivalent to NOK45m […]

October 27, 2023

Norway Targets Unlicensed Gambling with DNS Blockade Strategy

Seeking to fortify its stance against unlicensed gambling, Norway is pushing forward with a proposition to implement DNS (Domain Name System) blocking for such websites. The new legislation mandates internet service providers to initiate technical protocols, blocking access to specified websites, and rerouting users to a dedicated landing page explicating the cause of the blockade. […]

June 24, 2023

Norwegian Gambling Regulator Renews Order for Kindred to Cease Targeting the Country

Kindred’s Ongoing Battle Against Norway’s Monopoly Gambling System Ends in Legal Victory for Lottstift. Norway’s gambling regulator, Lottstift, has reiterated its call for Kindred to cease its operations in the Norwegian market indefinitely. This comes after Lottstift secured a significant legal victory in its dispute against Trannel International, a subsidiary of the Swedish gambling operator. […]

June 3, 2023

Norsk Tipping implemented a loss limit for players aged 20 and below

Norsk Tipping has recently introduced revised loss limits specifically targeting players who are under the age of 20. This move has garnered positive feedback from a crowd of individuals, showing their approval with thumbs-up gestures. In the previous month, the government-operated gambling operator in Norway revealed that it had generated nearly $24 million for charitable […]