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Spelinspektionen consults on unified technical rules for Sweden's gambling sector

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Sweden's Spelinspektionen opened a public consultation on proposed technical requirements for the regulated gambling sector, according to the report. The proposal would replace two existing regulations covering technical standards, testing and certification bodies, and gaming equipment and automated casino games.

Operators and testing bodies may need to prepare for a proposed consolidated set of technical requirements.

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Spelinspektionen prioritises player protection and action against illegal gambling in Sweden

Spelinspektionen director general Peter Knutsson outlined priorities for Sweden after his first month heading the authority. He identified player protection, effective supervision, clear rules and action against illegal gambling as priorities. He also emphasised operators’ responsibilities and preventing excessive and problematic gambling.

Spelinspektionen director general Peter Knutsson has set out the Swedish gambling regulator's priorities after his first month in the role, with player protection, effective supervision, clear rules and action against illegal gambling named as the main areas of focus. The regulator said the first weeks were marked by listening, analysis of the market and the setting of priorities for the future.

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