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Chris Armes named Executive VP of Veikkaus’ Gaming Technologies
Finnish state-owned gaming operator Veikkaus announced the appointment of Chris Armes as the Executive Vice President of Gaming Technologies and a member of the company’s Executive Team on August 17, 2026. The appointment comes in time for Finland’s liberalization of the gambling industry, with Armes expected to step …
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Veikkaus deputy CEO to depart, while new VP for Gaming Technologies comes on board
Velipekka Nummikoski has been at Finland’s state-owned gambling operator for 14 years. Finland.- It’s been announced that Veikkaus deputy CEO Velipekka Nummikoski is to leave his position after 14 years at Finland’s state-owned gambling operator. He will depart on August 31 as the operator prepares for the opening of …
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Nummikoski calls time as Veikkaus Oy Deputy CEO
Velipekka Nummikoski will leave Veikkaus after 14 years, ending an executive tenure within the leadership ranks of Finland’s state-owned gambling firm. Veikkaus’ Deputy Chief Executive Officer joined the gambling monopoly before the establishment of the current Veikkaus and will leave as the state-owned operator prepa…
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Peter & Sons expands regulated market reach through Finnplay partnership
The partnership creates a new route for operators using Finnplay’s platform to access Peter & Sons’ portfolio Peter & Sons has strengthened its international distribution network after signing a new partnership agreement with Finnplay, the Finland-based iGaming platform provider supporting licensed operators across re…
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DEGEN Studios brings the full DEGEN world to Coolbet
Multi-market rollout covers Northern Europe, Latin America and Canada DEGEN Studios has agreed a new multi-market content partnership with Coolbet, bringing its complete line-up of games to players across three continents. The launch spans Coolbet’s casino offering in Northern Europe, including Estonia, Finland, Swede…
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Veikkaus Deputy CEO Velipekka Nummikoski to Step Down
Leadership Change at Finland’s State Gambling Operator Velipekka Nummikoski is leaving Veikkaus after 14 years with the Finnish gambling operator.… The post Veikkaus Deputy CEO Velipekka Nummikoski to Step Down appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Top casino games in Finland 2026: Reactoonz holds 13.7% of demand
Reactoonz (Play’n GO) is the top casino game in Finland by share of interest, with 13.7% of measurable demand in June 2026. It has led almost every month since August 2024. Pragmatic Play owns stocking depth among the top casino games Finland operators list; Play’n GO writes the demand table. Blask Games tracks 243 ac…
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22-year-old Lucas Jumalon wins 2026 WSOP Main Event for US$10 million
American Lucas Jumalon has become one of the youngest ever WSOP Main Event champions after defeating Finland’s Lauri Saaskilahti heads-up […]
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Finland Draws 50 Gambling Licence Bids More Than a Year Before Market Opens
Foreign operators dominate early applications as regulators face heavier scrutiny workload Finland’s future gambling market is attracting interest faster than expected. Around 50 operators have already applied for licences under the country’s new regulatory framework, even though the liberalised online market will not…
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What happens when the monopoly operator teaches others how to work around the rules?
Finland Moves Towards a New Licensing System Finland’s transition to a gambling licensing system is approaching fast. The message from the authorities… The post What happens when the monopoly operator teaches others how to work around the rules? appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Finland’s Gambling Reform Triggers Channelisation Concerns
Finland Prepares For Market Opening Finland is preparing to launch its liberalised online gambling market in July 2027 under the… The post Finland’s Gambling Reform Triggers Channelisation Concerns appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Finland’s online gambling rules continue to cause channelisation concerns
There are fears that tough responsible gambling measures may limit the regulated market’s appeal. Finland.- With Finland’s regulated online gambling market due to open next year, concerns continue to be raised over how attractive the licensed market will be for customers. While the industry has been raising concerns o…
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European casino genre share: Finland breaks the mould in 2026
Blask tracked genre share across seven European casino markets from May 1 to July 1, 2026. Six of… The post European casino genre share: Finland breaks the mould in 2026 appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Kasinohai analyzes welcome bonuses at 50 online casinos as Finland prepares gambling market overhaul
Draft rules open for consultation
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Kasinohai releases study of 50 online casinos ahead of Finland’s gambling reform
Kasinohai has released a study of 50 online casinos serving Finnish players, finding that advertised wagering requirements frequently understated the total stakes players were required to place. In real-money testing between 15 and 30 June 2026, researchers at comparison site Kasinohai registered accounts, deposited r…
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Kasinohai Online Casino Report: How the new Finnish Gambling Act impacts bonuses
A recent study by Kasinohai examining 50 online casinos serving Finland reveals that advertised wagering terms frequently obscure the true stakes required of players. The post Kasinohai Online Casino Report: How the new Finnish Gambling Act impacts bonuses first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Kasinohai Examines Bonus Rules In Finland
Wagering Rules Often Exceeded Headline Terms Kasinohai tested 50 online casinos serving Finnish players with real money between 15 and… The post Kasinohai Examines Bonus Rules In Finland appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Finland’s Gambling Reform Opens the Door for Homegrown Fintech Trumo
A Finnish challenger steps into a market long led by Sweden Finland’s overhaul of its online gambling market is creating opportunities beyond casino operators. As the country moves toward a licensing system in 2027, payment providers are preparing for a sharp increase in demand for faster and more secure transactions.…
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Eelis Pärssinen Breaks Record as Finland’s Most Decorated WSOP Champion
Finnish poker player Eelis Pärssinen wins his third World Series of Poker bracelet and $1,172,296, establishing a national record.
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Survey reveals mixed awareness of Finland’s online gambling market opening
Research shows divided public understanding ahead of Finland's regulated online gambling market launch in 2027, reflecting broader consumer education challenges.
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Finnish Authorities Review Susanna Penttilä’s Casino Promotion on Bangbus
Finland's gambling regulators have launched a formal review into casino advertising displayed on Susanna Penttilä's Bangbus vehicle, examining potential violations of the country's strict lottery laws.
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Paf Director: legal markets are ‘defenceless’, but we can solve it
Paf's leadership argues that licensed operators face structural disadvantages against unlicensed competitors, while the company reports record revenue and pursues expansion.
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Episode 37: The World Cup betting opportunity, UAE and Finland unpacked
Podcast explores World Cup betting markets and regional opportunities, with estimated $60bn in potential wagering activity.
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Finland Fines Streamer Who Promoted Offshore Gambling
Finland has fined an online personality for promoting unlicensed gambling websites to Finnish customers in violation of the country's monopoly licensing model.
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Finnish Influencer Fined €2,480 for Illegal Gambling Ads
Finnish court fines content creator for violating gambling marketing restrictions during market transition period.
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OpenBet and Veikkaus advance responsible gambling efforts with Neccton AI integration
Finland's national operator Veikkaus is deploying OpenBet's Neccton AI solution to bolster player protection measures across its digital and retail platforms.
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Veikkaus deploys OpenBet’s Neccton responsible gambling platform across channels
Finnish operator Veikkaus has deployed OpenBet's Neccton responsible gambling platform across all channels, enhancing harm identification under new regulations.
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Finland’s latest draft regulations ban online autoplay and enforce maximum slot stakes
Ahead of the market's launch in 2027, Finland’s Ministry of the Interior has set out mandatory RTP rates and online slots stake limits for operators.
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Fifty licence applications received in Finland ahead of 2027 iGaming launch
The number of iGaming licence applications in Finland has doubled in the last couple of months, with the majority coming from foreign operators.
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Veikkaus fate debated with potential valuation of €4.5 billion
Multple private firms have expressed interest in acquiring parts of the Veikkaus business in Finland, Jari Vähänen told Yle last week.
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