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Finland’s National Police Board reopens probe into White Hat Gaming

Enforcement & compliance

Finland’s National Police Board has reopened an investigation into White Hat Gaming over suspected gambling services and marketing directed at Finnish consumers. Officials say evidence links Finnish-language casino sites to its wider network; White Hat said the platforms are operated by third parties and that it has acted against them.

The reopened Finnish investigation raises regulatory scrutiny over alleged gambling services and marketing directed at Finnish consumers.

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Paf joins Finland’s gaming association ahead of licensing-market opening

Paf said on 27 October that it had joined Rahapeliala ry, the Finnish gaming association, at its annual meeting in Helsinki. The company also said it would become the Finnish Ski Federation’s main sponsor when the licensing system takes effect, planned for summer 2027, and begin working with former Formula One driver Kimi Räikkönen.

Paf has joined Rahapeliala ry, the Finnish gaming association that represents companies offering online gambling in the country, the Åland-based operator announced at its annual Åktoberfest meeting in Helsinki. The announcement came as the meeting marked Paf's 60th anniversary, less than a year before Finland's licensing system is due to take effect. Rahapeliala ry already counts several members, including the state operator Veikkaus, which joined in September 2026.

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