Tag: Sweden

Provider’s slots and live dealer titles given the green light by the Swedish Gambling Authority ahead of expected change to regulations

Stakelogic is among the first suppliers to secure a licence from the Swedish regulator, Spelinspektionen, allowing it to continue to offer its classic and video slots to operators in the market.

The provider’s live dealer subsidiary, Stakelogic Live, has also been given the green light by the Swedish Gaming Authority to continue to serve operators in the market.

Stakelogic is among the first suppliers to be granted a permit ahead of the expected change to regulations set to come into force later this year that will require all providers to have been approved by Spelinspektionen.

This means that operators will be able to offer their players Stakelogic’s full suite of classic slots that have been designed to stir a sense of nostalgia while still getting player pulses racing with plenty of big win potential.

These games are all about the instantly recognisable fruit symbols such as oranges, grapes, melons and cherries, as well as the BARs, Bells and 7s, that land on the reels. This is combined with Wilds, Multipliers and even Free Spins.

Popular Stakelogic classic slots available to operators in Sweden include Multi6Player, Big Runner Deluxe and Multi4Player.

In addition, the provider’s full portfolio of explosive video slots is also available to operators in the market. This includes Cash Express, Wild Buzz, El Cowboy Megaways, Devil’s Trap, Diamond Staxx Multipays^TM and the just-launched Spartans Vs Zombies Multipays and Greedy Fox.

Stakelogic Live’s premium live content has also been approved, allowing operators to offer their players the most authentic, interactive and engaging experiences in the market. Games cover American Blackjack, European Roulette and Live Game shows such as the newly released Runner Runner Roulette 5000X.

Both its slots and live dealer titles come hooked up to innovations such as Super Stake. This allows players to double their bet to increase the chance of a bonus triggering and insane win combinations landing.

Stephan van den Oetelaar, CEO at Stakelogic, said: “Sweden is an important market for us, and we are thrilled to be among the first to secure a supplier licence for both Stakelogic and Stakelogic Live.

Our games have really hit the mark with players in Sweden, and securing approval from the regulator means that we can continue to offer our slots and live content to operators and their players once the expected regulatory change comes into force.

We are super focused on regulated markets, so securing this approval has been a priority for us and we are delighted to be among the first round of providers to have been given the green light by the regulator.”

Online casino game developer Octoplay has been granted permission to supply its suite of market leading slot machine games in Sweden

Octoplay, an emerging leader in the supply of regulated online casino games, has successfully secured a licence from the Swedish gambling regulator, Spelinspektionen, as part of its strategic expansion.

As one of the first developers to obtain a supplier licence in the Swedish market, Octoplay can now launch its games with operators in the jurisdiction, complementing its existing certifications in the UK, Malta, and Romania.

Swedish casino operators can now access Octoplay’s proprietary remote game server to offer the company’s growing portfolio of slot titles, such as Pearly Shores, Heavy Anchor, and Hot Harvest.

Ralitsa Georgieva, Director of Business Development at Octoplay, said: “We are working towards having a licence in every regulated market on the planet, Sweden was a natural early choice and has been a key target since the company was founded. We are proud to have secured the necessary approvals to supply our slots to Swedish casinos and to offer players there the excitement of our games for the first time.”

Founded by former Red Tiger and Evolution Gaming executive Carl Ejlertsson in 2002, Octoplay is on a mission to create the most engaging and enjoyable slots in the world. With leading casino partners such as Betsson committed to offering its titles and a strong team of industry experts onboard, the company is well on its way.

Innovative iGaming content provider Hacksaw Gaming has obtained a B2B gaming license from the Swedish Gambling Authority (SGA).

The agreement permits Hacksaw Gaming to supply its portfolio of content, including favorites Wanted Dead or a Wild, Hand of Anubis, Mines, and Dork Unit, to licensed operators in Sweden, amplifying the studio’s European presence.

Hacksaw Gaming already holds gaming licenses from various regulatory bodies like the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC), Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (Isle of Man), and Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (Ontario), while its games are certified in a number of other jurisdictions.

Since regulations took force on March 1, 2023, all online casino game suppliers targeting players in Sweden have been required to tender an application for a B2B gaming license. The new framework is aimed at augmenting the country’s channelisation rates – the degree to which gambling activity is conducted at licensed sites – by protecting the integrity of the market and safeguarding consumers’ welfare.

“The purpose of the licence requirement for gaming software is to discourage illegal gambling,” explained the SGA in 2022, adding: “Unlicensed game operators must not be able to use suppliers who manufacture, provide, install and/or change game software for game operators who have a licence in Sweden.”

Today’s developments consolidate Hacksaw Gaming’s position in the market after it went live with Swedish-facing Glitnor Group last month, which saw an assortment of the studio’s games made available to players at brands HappyCasino and LuckyCasino.

Marcus Cordes, CEO of Hacksaw Gaming, said: “Acting fast has given us a head-start on the competition. We are delighted to be among the first providers to obtain a full Swedish B2B gaming license, allowing us to build from a position of strength in the fast-growing market.

“We’re now looking to ramp up our efforts in Sweden by securing partnerships with even more top-tier operators to expose our games to a wider audience.”

PopOK Gaming aims to expand its horizons and provide a high-level iGaming experience for new audiences. Sweden is the next destination; local players can enjoy 18 of our slots and the Progressive Jackpot already.

The well-known titles include Yummy, Lost Treasure, Hot Bar, Lucky Jungle, Magic treasures of Egypt, Los Apaches and many others. All mentioned above meet local industry standards and promise to keep local players interested.

So, PopOK Gaming’s Swedish partners can guarantee their players a top-quality iGaming experience.

PopOK Gaming CEO Karen Gulkanyan, commented, “The certification was rigorous in Sweden, and we are proud that our games met all requirements. This is a huge milestone for us, and we look forward to continued success in the Swedish market and building strong partnerships there”.

The Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling (BOS) welcomes the decision that Minister of Financial Markets Niklas Wykman is appointed to be responsible for gaming policy in the government.

We look forward to having a discussion with Niklas Wykman about how gambling policy can best be developed in Sweden. We will have three important messages in those discussions. Firstly, the licensed gambling companies must be protected at the expense of the unlicensed ones. Secondly, the state should concentrate on making laws that the rest of us must follow rather than acting as a commercial gambling company itself, and thirdly, it would be welcome if Wykman, as the first minister in any Swedish government, dares to highlight the gambling industry’s important business and political significance for Sweden and Europe, says Gustaf Hoffstedt.