Industry
November 21, 2025
Lotteritilsynet Penalizes Norsk Rikstoto over Loss Limit Violations
The Norwegian Gambling Authority, Lotteritilsynet, announced that it has issued a financial penalty to Norsk Rikstoto over loss limit violations. According to the regulator, the horseracing monopoly had allowed more than 800 customers to wager beyond their loss limits. Hundreds of Players’ Loss Limits Weren’t Respected In its official announcement, Lotteritilsynet explained that Norway’s gaming […]
Industry
November 11, 2025
Video Game Purchases Linked to Gambling Problems in Adolescents, Study Finds
A recent study in Norway, examining adolescents aged 12–17, has revealed that engaging in computer gaming is linked to notably higher rates of gambling problems among youth. The study specifically highlights the dangers of buying loot boxes and betting on in-game skins. A Link Between Video Game Purchases and Harmful Gambling The study, carried out […]
Lottery
October 16, 2025
Lotteritilsynet Upholds $993K Fine Against Norsk Tipping
The Norwegian Gambling and Foundation Authority (Lotteritilsynet) has upheld a NOK 10 million ($993,080) fine against Norwegian lottery operator Norsk Tipping. The financial penalty is due to earlier errors related to a Eurojackpot lottery draw from earlier this year. Norsk Tipping to Pay $993K for Lottery Failings In June 2025, Norsk Tipping experienced a serious […]
Lottery
September 30, 2025
Norsk Tipping Faces $2.5M Fine Due to Supertrekning Failure
Norwegian lottery operator Norsk Tipping is risking a serious fine due to earlier errors related to a Supertrekning lottery draw that took place in April. This comes as the operator faces a separate fine due to a mistake tied to Eurojackpot. Norsk Tipping in Hot Water The Norwegian Gambling and Foundation Authority, Lotteritilsynet, announced on […]
Lottery
September 18, 2025
Norsk Tipping Faces $1M Fine After Eurojackpot Error
The Norwegian Lottery Authority has issued a notice of violation to Norsk Tipping, saying that the Norwegian state-owned national lottery operator could face a potential fine of up to NOK 10 million (approximately $940,000) due to a significant error in its Eurojackpot system earlier this summer. The proposed fine amounts to approximately 0.1% of the […]
Casino
September 15, 2025
No Changes to Norway’s Gambling in Wake of General Election Expected
There aren’t going to be any major upsets in the way that Norway regulates its gambling, observers have noted, following the recently concluded general election in the country. With the Labor Party winning a two-seat majority in the new parliament, the incumbent government will retain its clout. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and his fellow […]
Industry
September 2, 2025
Norsk Tipping Faces Penalty Due to Long-Running Lottery Mistake
Norway’s government-owned lottery company, Norsk Tipping, must pay a NOK 46 million ($4.5 million) fine after the nation’s gambling watchdog discovered a major ongoing error in its Eurojackpot and Lotto “super draws.” Lottery Bug Impacts Millions, Gives Group Entries Upper Hand The Norwegian Lottery and Foundations Authority reports that the bug gave players who joined […]
Lottery
July 11, 2025
Regulator Slams Norsk Tipping Over Eurojackpot Blunder
Norway’s gambling authority has concluded that state-owned lottery provider, Norsk Tipping, violated the Gambling Act following an incident where thousands of players mistakenly received notifications of winning large prizes in the 27 June Eurojackpot draw. With lottery draw errors increasingly common, such persistent issues have left many consumers feeling increasingly frustrated. Norsk Tipping’s CEO Resigned […]
Lottery
June 30, 2025
Norsk Tipping CEO Resigns Amid Lottery Scandal
Norsk Tipping’s chief executive officer is set to exit the company following a recent lottery scandal. This comes shortly after Norsk Tipping incorrectly told thousands of players that they won huge sums from the lottery. Norsk Tipping Incorrectly Multiplied Players’ Winnings Winning the lottery is what many people dream of and thousands of Norwegians thought […]
Industry
June 24, 2025
Norwegian Authorities Unite to Shield Youth from Gambling Risks
The Norwegian Gaming Authority (NGA) has joined forces with the Norwegian Consumer Authority (NCA) and the Norwegian Media Authority (NMA) in a coordinated effort to better protect young people from gambling-related harm. According to the organizations, a growing number of younger users are calling the national gambling helpline with issues regarding casino-style mechanics in video […]
