More than 17,000 players have joined a class action against Norsk Tipping, making it the largest opt-in lawsuit in Norwegian history. The case, led by law firm Sands, centres on alleged errors in Lotto and Eurojackpot draws which, between 2015/2016 and 2025, resulted in lower winning chances than those communicated to players.
The Norwegian Gaming Authority has already issued a NOK 46m ($4.7m) fine over the issue, which is said to have affected millions of participants. The plaintiffs are seeking a full refund of their stakes for the period in question, arguing that the errors represent a fundamental flaw in the games.
Norsk Tipping rejects the claim and maintains that while an error did occur in the additional draw mechanisms, it was limited in scope and did not affect the main draws. The operator disputes that this justifies reimbursing players’ entire stakes and intends to defend its position in court.
The case is scheduled to be heard in the Hedmarken and Østerdal District Court in August 2026 and is expected to be closely watched across the gambling industry, as it may set a precedent for how similar claims are handled in future.
Recently, the Gaming Authority fined Norsk Tipping NOK 1m for deficiencies in its anti-money laundering systems. The penalty, announced last year, has now been formally adopted.
Despite ongoing regulatory pressure and legal challenges, the operator continues to invest in partnerships.
Earlier this month, Norsk Tipping renewed its long-standing agreement with Norwegian football, entering a new four-year sponsorship period from 2026 to 2029. The deal, presented during the NFF Federal Parliament on 28 February, is reported to be worth around NOK 60m.
In the past, Norsk Tipping was also fined for breaching self-exclusion requirements and probed for potential underage gambling
