Sweden releases details of new draft gaming legislation_1
In Sweden, the government has reportedly released the details of long-awaited draft gambling legislation that would allow offshore online casino, bingo and sportsbetting operators to legally enter the market for the first time.
According to a report from CalvinAyre.com, the proposed legislation has already been sent to the European Commission for vetting purposes and intends keeping all land-based lotteries, casinos and gaming machines under the control of the state.
Should authorities in Brussels have no issues with the 1,340-page draft legislation, CalvinAyre.com reported that well-known foreign iGaming operators could begin the online gambling license application process as soon as March 20 in advance of being permitted to launch their services for Sweden-based players fr…