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Svenska Spel Publishes Interim Report for the Second Quarter of 2025

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Svenska Spel has published the interim report for the second quarter of 2025.

The second quarter is stable with growth for Eurojackpot and Oddset. The last Casino Cosmopol has been closed after the Riksdag’s decision on a legislative change that means that land-based casinos will no longer be offered in Sweden. The challenges for the Vegas slot machines remain, which negatively affects the group’s revenue.

“We have a clear focus on the group’s strategic goals: to have the gaming market’s most satisfied customers, ensure that our customers play healthily with us and drive long-term sustainable growth. Within the first two target areas, the customer satisfaction index and the share of healthy revenues are at a stable and high level. In terms of sustainable growth, net gaming revenues for both Eurojackpot and Oddset increased during the quarter,” said Anna Johnson, President and CEO of Svenska Spel.

On April 25, Casino Cosmopol in Stockholm was closed due to the legislative change that comes into force at the turn of the year, which means that land-based casinos may no longer be offered. Svenska Spel decided to liquidate after receiving a changed ownership instruction, and the liquidation is now underway in an orderly manner, while the sales process for the unique property on Kungsgatan has been initiated.

The Group’s net gaming revenue for the quarter is SEK 1839 million, an increase of SEK 2 million. The Luck business area has growth, while revenue is negatively impacted by continued challenges for Vending Machines and strengthened responsible gaming measures.

Net gaming revenue for the Luck business area increased by 2% compared to the same quarter last year. Eurojackpot continues to be the growth engine in the lottery portfolio. Large jackpots and high winnings have a positive impact on sales. A clear example is that Eurojackpot broke a sales record during the quarter, not long after last quarter’s big win of SEK 1.25 billion. Triss also has a positive development and sales on Mother’s Day exceeded the previous year.

Net gaming revenue for the Sport & Casino business area decreased by 1% compared to the same quarter last year. This was due to the negative impact of strong comparative figures in the previous year, when the European Football Championship contributed to higher revenue. However, within the business area, sports betting continues to grow under the Oddset brand – a growth that continues this quarter. The positive development for sports betting has been continuous since the launch of the new sports betting platform a year ago. The change was well received by customers, which has resulted in a larger customer base, higher customer satisfaction and increasing revenue. During the quarter, major events such as the Ice Hockey World Championship and the Eurovision final also contributed to increased customer activity, especially a clear influx of new customers.

The Vegas business area’s net gaming revenue decreased by 13% due to the continued negative impact of strengthened responsible gaming measures and the challenging economic situation for business partners.

The Group’s operating profit decreased by SEK 113 million or 17% to SEK 545 million and the operating margin amounted to 30%. This is mainly due to the fact that the gambling tax was increased from 18 to 22% on July 1, 2024, which has a negative impact on operating profit.

The Group’s online business continues to grow, up 5% in the quarter compared to the same quarter last year. Online accounted for 62% of the Group’s revenue during the quarter.

More and more customers are discovering the lottery Lyckoplatsen, which was launched in the previous quarter. When playing on Lyckoplatsen, customers can choose to contribute to a good cause by supporting a non-profit organisation. In this case, 10% of the contribution goes to the organisation of the customer’s choice. Collaboration with non-profit partner organisations has been expanded during the quarter, which means that customers now have more organisations to choose from.

During the quarter, Svenska Spel has awarded 78 million-sek prizes on lotteries with a total value of just over SEK 178 million. The highest prize was just over SEK 15 million on Lotto and the second highest prize was just over SEK 12 million on Eurojackpot. Sports and casino games have delivered 26 million-sek prizes during the quarter. The highest prize was over SEK 11 million on Stryktipset.

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WSOP Online Returns to GGPoker This August with 33 Gold Bracelets and $5,000,000 in Special Promotions!

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Play for millions in prizes from August 17 through September 30

GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of WSOP Online this August, bringing the thrill and prestige of the World Series of Poker® directly to players’ screens. The six-week festival will run from August 17 to September 30, featuring 33 official WSOP Gold Bracelet events, tens of millions in guaranteed prizes, and a gigantic $5,000,000 in special promotions designed to reward players across the globe.

This year’s WSOP Online series on GGPoker promises an exhilarating journey for players of all skill levels, offering a direct path to poker immortality and a share of millions in guaranteed prize money. The schedule is packed with can’t-miss events, including:

  • August 25: $215 Mystery Millions – Featuring a staggering $1,000,000 top bounty and a $10,000,000 guaranteed prize pool

  • September 8: $1,500 MILLIONAIRE MAKER – With an impressive $1,000,000 guaranteed for first place and a total $5,000,000 guaranteed prize pool

  • September 22: $5,000 WSOP Online MAIN EVENT – The flagship tournament boasting a colossal $25,000,000 guaranteed prize pool

  • September 29: $10,300 GGMillion$ High Rollers – A premier event for high-stakes players with a $10,000,000 guarantee

Adding to the excitement, WSOP Online 2025 will include a suite of innovative promotions offering even more ways to win:

  • $3,000,000 Continental Flipouts: As in previous series, players will be assigned to one of four continents, and Continental Flipouts will be held following each bracelet event (open to bracelet-event participants from the same continents as the event winners). These special flipouts will feature prize pools of up to $250,000, fostering incredible regional rivalry

  • $1,000,000 Super Pass Bonus: Each of the 33 Bracelet winners will receive a coveted $30,000 Super Pass, granting them direct access to the record-breaking WSOP Paradise $60M Super Main Event in the Bahamas this December

  • $1,000,000 Ranking Freeroll: The top 10 countries in the Bracelet Rankings will unlock 10 exclusive freeroll tournaments for their players, with prize pools scaled according to each country’s final rank, adding another layer of national pride to the competition

“WSOP Online is about to deliver another incredible experience,” said Daniel Negreanu, GGPoker Global Ambassador. “With 33 gold bracelets up for grabs, huge prizes, plus millions in special bonuses like the Continental Flipouts and Super Passes to WSOP Paradise, this series is a must-play for any poker enthusiast. It’s a truly global celebration of the game, and I can’t wait to see who takes home the gold!”

The wider poker community can follow the WSOP Online action live at GGPoker.tv, with the final table of the $5K Main Event broadcast on September 23 at 18:45 UTC (hosted by Jeff Gross & special guest) and the final table of the $10K GGMillion$ High Rollers broadcast on September 30 at 18:45 UTC (hosted by Jeff Gross & Daniel Negreanu).

Players can qualify for each monumental WSOP Online event through satellites running around the clock on GGPoker, making the dream of winning a WSOP Gold Bracelet more attainable than ever. New players to GGPoker are also eligible to claim the Welcome Bonus, earn rewards with the Honeymoon for Newcomers promotion, and automatically join the Fish Buffet loyalty program, offering regular cash prizes.

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Week 32/2025 slot games releases

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Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming

Spinomenal has released 4 Horsemen III: Inferno to complement the wildly popular Mythology series. 4 Horsemen III: Inferno invites players into an apocalyptic hellscape where the reels are engulfed by a scorched wasteland under burning skies. A relentlessly surging and dark soundtrack creates an atmosphere thick with tension. The Horsemen return, Conquest, War, Famine, and Death, each carrying their own Free Spins feature, which is triggered with three or more full-sized Scattered Free Spins symbols.

Spinomenal presents 4 Horsemen III: Inferno

Following the success of Money Coming and Money Coming – Expanded Bets, leading content provider TaDa Gaming has released Money Coming 2. A straightforward 3×1 grid with a bonus reel for Multipliers and a single payline means Money Coming 2 is all about the numbers. With no symbols, just numbers or blank positions on the first three reels, when the numbers land they are added sequentially to make the payout.

Relax Gaming, the award-winning iGaming aggregator and supplier of unique content, has launched Conquer Babylon, a bold release inspired by the ancient wonders of Mesopotamia. Set amidst the towering structures of Babylon, the high-volatility 6×8 slot offers up to 262,144 ways to win, combining immersive visuals with powerful bonus features and a maximum win of 15,000 times the stake.

Relax Gaming uncovers the riches of Ancient Babylonia in Conquer Babylon

Get your mops out, this ship is one big floating mess! Only the dirtiest of sailors can sail the seven seas aboard Nolimit City’s latest release, Seamen. If you’re 6ft tall, love the open sea and have a taste for working with seamen, then join the White Pearl today! This ship is used to carrying some big loads.

Nolimit City gets its hands dirty in its latest release, Seamen

Gaming Corps – a publicly-listed game development company based in Sweden, has unveiled its latest instant win title: Bass Rewards. Packed with colourful fish and serious prize potential, the game takes players on the fishing trip of a lifetime. In Bass Rewards, every catch counts – inviting players to bait their hook and fish for fortune across a grid swimming with characterful catch.

Amusnet has released its latest video slot game, Tiki Tiki Boo Boo. With a colourful theme and invigorating soundtrack, Tiki Tiki Boo Boo is the perfect summer adventure, complemented by a bunch of special features to guarantee an unforgettable experience. The video slot’s toppling reels mechanics and its 243 ways to pay make the game a fun alternative to slots with standard paylines.

Blueprint Gaming™ has strengthened its long-term partnership with globally renowned operator bet365 through the exclusive release of bet365 Kong 3 Even Bigger Bonus. The 6×4, 4,096-way to win slot provides an intriguing update to the beloved Kong series, with revamped cash harvests and a new-look bonus trail.

Blueprint Gaming bolsters tailored slot rollout with exclusive bet365 launch

Spinomenal has launched its mythology-themed Majestic Zeus slot. Set at the foothills of Mount Olympus, Majestic Zeus welcomes players to a Grecian world where the rewards are potentially as large as the mountains themselves. The 5×3 frame is nestled between two towering columns adorned with Grecian goddesses. A thunderous, powerful musical score evokes the might of Zeus and heightens the entertainment.

Spinomenal launches mythology-themed Majestic Zeus

Just Slots has announced the launch of its latest title, ‘Unholy Mystery’. Building on strong momentum, this marks Just Slots’ fifth release since the breakout success of their debut game, Sugar Heaven. Following the ominous world of their last release, Book of Arcane 100, Unholy Mystery gives the theme a playful twist by blending dark undertones with a party-like atmosphere and a bold visual style that feels like a monster birthday jamboree.

Just Slots Brings the Party with New Game Launch, ‘Unholy Mystery’

TaDa Gaming has released Fortune Gems 500, a thrilling 3+1 reel video slot that dazzles with elegant visuals and dynamic rewards. Its core innovation lies in the special fourth reel, which randomly displays multiplier values up to 500x or a powerful Ex NUDGE symbol.

Playson welcomes the return of its lucky leprechaun in the charming new release, 4 Pots Riches: Hold and Winwith the mischievous figure on hand to elevate wins with a host of enriched features. The highlight is the Super Pot Bonus Game, which is triggered by the Super Clover Bonus Symbol.

Playson casts its lucky charm in 4 Pots Riches: Hold and Win

BGaming puts a fresh spin on the popular fishing genre with the launch of Big Tuna Bonanza. This charming adventure pulls inspiration from some of the most popular titles in the category, inviting players to cast their lines and reel in big wins. Big Tuna Bonanza is bigger and bolder than the fishing games that have come before it.

Reel in Big Wins with BGaming's Big Tuna Bonanza

Play’n GO revives one of its earliest icons with Lady of Fortune Destiny Spins. The Lady steps back into the spotlight with a refreshed presence, ushering in a wave of unpredictability that rewards attention and patience in equal measure. With a glowing crystal ball at her side, the Lady of Fortune transforms missed chances into charged potential.

Lady of Fortune Destiny Spins returns with mystical upgrades

 

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GeoLocs and Shufti Join Forces to Streamline Player Onboarding and Compliance

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GeoLocs, the specialist geolocation platform for the iGaming, Sports Betting and iLottery industries, has partnered with identity verification provider Shufti to deliver a seamless and secure user experience for both operators and players in regulated markets worldwide.

The integration of GeoLocs’ precise geolocation technology with Shufti’s robust identity verification solutions allows operators to onboard players faster while maintaining full compliance with local regulations. The partnership reduces friction in the registration and verification process, enabling a smoother journey from sign-up to gameplay.

Will Whitehead, Commercial Director at GeoLocs, commented: “We’re excited to be working with Shufti to bring a more seamless, secure experience to clients and players alike. Both of our technologies have been built with compliance and UX at their core, and this partnership allows us to combine strengths—making onboarding and verification faster, smoother, and more robust for operators in regulated markets.”

With regulatory frameworks tightening in both emerging and established jurisdictions, the collaboration ensures that operators have access to integrated tools that deliver high standards of security, compliance, and user experience.

Roger Redfearn-Tyrzyk, SVP of Sales at Shufti, added: “We’re proud to be teaming up with GeoLocs to support operators in delivering frictionless onboarding and a high level of regulatory compliance. Our joint capabilities mean operators can verify users quickly and accurately while GeoLocs ensures they are playing from permitted locations—creating an end-to-end experience that puts both security and user satisfaction first.”

This partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to innovation and player-centric technology in the fast-evolving iGaming space.

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