Spillemyndigheden, the Danish Gambling Authority, has issued a statement reminding operators that any new technology must be risk-assessed before launch.
This is part of Section 7(1) of the Anti‑Money Laundering Act, which explains how gambling operators must identify and assess any aspect of the business that could be misused for money laundering.
The operator must take into account its business model, customers, products, services and transactions, as well as delivery channels and countries or geographical areas.
New technology could include new games or payment solutions, both of which would legally redefine the company’s business model and require an updated risk assessment.
In the case of an operator launching technology that it has no prior experience with, the company must use relevant and appropriate sources as part of its risk assessment.
Earlier today, it was revealed that Spillemyndigheden has reported 25syv A/S to the police following alleged breaches of the Money Laundering Act through its land-based betting business.
According to the Authority, the company did not adequately monitor customer behaviours or clarify where customer funds came from.
25syv operates Bet25, a Danish sports betting, casino and horse racing brand and is wholly-owned by Swedish company ATG.
The regulator has also recently revealed that total gambling spend increased by 2.3% during April 2026 when compared to the same period last year.
Online casinos continued to perform as the strongest vertical, while land-based casinos declined by over 8% year-on-year.
Spillemyndigheden also recently launched a public consultation on new regulations and guidelines for the gambling industry
