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News In Brief: February 13-February 17, 2023

William Hill's app is back online in Nevada after its Superbowl shut down and it's game over for a casino bill in Virginia.

European Trade Group Bosses Share Political Woes

Last week’s Scandinavian Gaming Show gave a group of European trade association chiefs a chance to gather on stage together, lamenting shared woes on unhelpful politicians who select only the best ideas for crackdowns from their neighbours.

Industry Needs 'Adult' To Step In, Says Danske Spil Boss

The gambling industry needs tough, clear regulations to keep it in check, as it cannot seem to agree on how to regulate itself, says the CEO of Denmark’s largest operator.

Denmark Proposes Banning Celebrities In Gambling Ads

Denmark’s minister of taxation wants to ban the use of celebrities in gambling marketing, as he presents a raft of proposals to tackle gambling addiction to lawmakers.

Danish Tax Minister Proposing Advertising Restrictions

Denmark's government wants to ban gambling adverts from 15 minutes before until 15 minutes after sports matches on TV.

Research & Reports

Interactive Map: Gambling Advertising Across Europe

Advertising is one of the most hotly discussed topics in the European gambling industry. In this map, VIXIO GamblingCompliance shows the current situation regarding gambling advertising in all jurisdictions. The map highlights the differences among the countries that allow, partially prohibit or forbid gambling advertising.

Denmark: Financial Supervisory Authority Consults on Draft Order on Reporting and Publication of PEP Information

The Danish Financial Supervisory Authority (FSA) has launched a consultation on a draft order on reporting and publication of information on domestic politically exposed persons (PEPs).

The draft order presents minor amendments, including:

Effect of Voluntary Limit-Setting on Gamblers' Loyalty

In April 2019, the International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction published online a study which examines the effect of voluntary limit-setting on gamblers’ loyalty.

In the study, the effect of voluntary limit-setting on player loyalty was evaluated over time using data provided by online gambling operator Kindred. Kindred offers a variety of online games including sports betting, bingo, slots, table games, live casino and other games such as keno and videogame-type games.

Denmark: Parliament Presents Proposal to Amend Money Laundering Act

On March 13, 2019, the Danish parliament published Proposal L 204 on a law amending the Act on preventive measures against money laundering and terrorist financing (Money Laundering Act) and the Financial Business Act, implementing parts of the 5th Anti-Money Laundering Directive (5th AMLD).

Addictive Behaviors Reports Publishes Responsible Gambling Tools Study

In January 2019, the Addictive Behavior Reports Journal made available online a study which examines the recreational gamblers experience of responsible gambling tools.

Data & Forecasts

Market Monitor: European Online Gambling

This quarterly report contains a comprehensive overview of available data on the €25bn+ European online gambling sector. Jurisdictional market size figures and year-on-year growth rates are supplemented by an interactive dashboard and standardised, comparable data on betting-gaming splits and online penetration rates.

Denmark - Danske Spil Report - 2000 to 2022

Latest quarterly data from Danske Spil of Denmark. The data released for the operator contains the following information: Statement of income by business segment and key performance indicators. There are approximately 1,510 data points in this document.

Betsson Report - 2005 to 2022

Latest quarterly data from Swedish-listed Betsson AB. The data released for the operator contains the following information: Group income, geographical breakdown of income, a sector breakdown of gross profit and share of total gaming activities, registered & active customers and sportsbook detail. There are approximately 2,435 data points in this document.

Denmark - Monthly Gaming Report - Jan, 2012 to Dec, 2022

Latest monthly Gaming Report data from the Danish Gambling Authority. The data released for the country contains the following information: Gross gaming revenue from betting, online casino games/poker, gaming machines, land-based casinos and Danske Spil lottery games. There are approximately 2,240 data points in this document.

Kindred Group Report - 2004 to 2022

Latest quarterly data from Swedish-listed Kindred Group. The data released for the operator contains the following information: Gross winnings revenue (GWR), gross profit, profit from operations, betting duties, a geographical & segmental breakdown of GWR, sports betting KPIs and number of active & registered customers. There are approximately 3,000 data points in this document.