Business
November 15, 2021
Karsten Fogh Holanng Named CEO of Danske Spil
Danske Spil’s board has elected a new Licens Spil (licensed games) chief executive, set to take over in 2022 – Karsten Fogh Holanng. Licens Spil is the online gambling and sportsbook unit of Denmark’s gambling operator, which is owned by the state. Holanng Will Take Over in February 2022 Before being appointed as Licens Spil’s […]
Industry
November 12, 2021
Denmark: New Study Investigates the Importance of Gambling-like Elements in Gaming
On Thursday, the Danish Gaming Authority (Spillemyndigheden), in collaboration with the Danish Center for Social Science Research (VIVE), published the results of a research on gambling and gaming among children and young people in Denmark. Spillemyndigheden Unveils the Results of a New Study The new research was conducted among 107 children and young people aged […]
Legal
October 29, 2021
Denmark: LeoVegas Escapes Regulatory Probe Unscathed
October turned out to be a month of mixed emotions for Swedish gambling group LeoVegas AB as far as its operations in Denmark are concerned. The month started with a renewal of its online gambling licenses, only to finish with a regulatory reprimand. AML and Reporting Failures Danish gambling regulator Spillemyndigheden released a statement on […]
Casino
October 11, 2021
Hacksaw Gaming Expands in Danish Market with Several Brands
Interactive games supplier Hacksaw Gaming continues to expand its clout in the European iGaming market by clearing the regulatory bar to enter Denmark as its next frontier in the Old Continent. The company, which has developed over 75 games and has a footprint in 10+ regulated markets, is now entering what has been described as Europe’s safest market for […]
Insider
September 30, 2021
CEGO CEO Allan Auning-Hansen: “We Have Created a Winning Formula for Regulated Gaming and We Are Bringing It to New Markets”
Allan Auning-Hansen was appointed chief executive officer at CEGO in early August, bringing a wealth of experience to the operator. His new role finds him at the helm of the company’s flagship iGaming brands Lyckost and Spilnu which have been looking to expand beyond their home market of Denmark. CEGO’s global push has already begun, […]
Casino
September 27, 2021
Denmark Warns Operators to Advertise Machine Winnings Properly
The Danish Gambling Authority has issued a reminder about operators’ obligations and advertisement agreements. Responding to reports that some companies may have advertised excessive slot and gambling machine winnings, the Spillemyndigheden said that winnings from such gambling operations could not exceed DKK 600 ($95) as per the existing gambling laws in the country. Denmark is […]
Business
September 13, 2021
Danish Watchdog Finds Mr Green at Fault over Gambling Ad
Denmark has ordered the removal of a Mr Green Casino TV ad. The ruling comes after the Gambling Advertising Board (GAB) reviewed the commercial and decided against it in a ruling that is a first for the newly-established regulator. GAB, which launched in August 2021, has taken the time to review the pending case against Mr Green and […]
Business
August 11, 2021
CEGO Elects Allan Auning-Hansen as the Operator’s New CEO
Danish online casino site CEGO, which is behind the casino brands Spilnu and Lyckost, has found a new chief executive officer. Allan Auning-Hansen will be stepping in the CEO’s shoes and will be assuming the responsible role of guiding the company. CEGO Appoints a Market Veteran as its New CEO CEGO’s chairman, Jesper Karbrink, said that the operator welcomes Auning-Hansen and is […]
Legal
July 14, 2021
Danish Regulator Announces Update in Certification Requirements
The gambling regulator in Denmark recently updated its requirements for certification of gaming operators and initiated a consultation period related to the amendments. The Danish Gambling Authority (DGA) announced on its website changes affecting certification for land-based gaming operators, online bookmakers and iGaming casino companies, while allowing interested parties almost two months to comment on […]
Business
April 26, 2021
Former NetEnt CEO Therese Hillman Joins Better Collective
Following an annual general meeting today, Better Collective shareholders appointed Therese Hillman as a new member of the company’s board of directors. Before joining Better Collective, Hillman served as CEO at NetEnt. Better Collective Names Therese Hillman Member of the Board of Directors The leading developer of educational platforms within the iGaming industry, Better Collective, […]