Danish gambling revenue continues to rise, showing strong growth in November
The Danish gambling regulator Spillemyndigheden has reported a 7.3% year-on-year increase in monthly gross gambling revenue, reaching DKK654 million (€87.6 million) in November. Online casino gaming drove this growth, generating DKK295 million, up by 17.9% from last year. Slots dominated the online casino segment, accounting for more than three-quarters of its revenue, followed by blackjack (6.7%), roulette (6.6%), poker (3.5%), and bingo (3.1%).
Sports betting revenue saw a 0.3% year-on-year increase to DKK232 million, with mobile platforms contributing 65.4% and desktop sites 14.7%; retail bets made up the remaining 19.9%. Land-based slot revenue rose by 1.9% to DKK95 million, primarily from gaming halls and restaurants. Land-based casino revenue showed a slight uptick of 0.8% to DKK31 million.
In terms of responsible gambling, registrations on the ROFUS platform for self-exclusion reached 54,704, with 65.9% opting for permanent exclusion. The StopSpillet helpline received 39 calls during this period.
NetBet Denmark has teamed up with Relax Gaming
NetBet has unveiled a major business update. The UK-based brand has extended its gaming portfolio in Denmark through a new partnership with Relax Gaming. This deal will introduce popular titles to Danish players.
Claudia Georgevici, PR Manager at NetBet Denmark, said: “At NetBet, we only collaborate with companies that deliver exceptional, entertaining games for our customers.”
Relax Gaming’s CEO, Martin Stålros, added: “We’re excited to work with NetBet Casino. This partnership helps us grow in the Danish market and across the Nordics.”
In October 2024, NetBet Italy also collaborated with Relax Gaming. In turn, Relax Gaming strengthened its presence in Ontario through a deal with PointsBet.
New online gambling tax in Peru to start at lower rate during transition period
Peruvian President Dina Boluarte has approved a new tax on online gambling and sports betting. The details, published in the Official Gazette, confirm the introduction of a Selective Consumption Tax.
Initially, the tax rate will be set at 0.3 per cent and will increase to 1 per cent from 1 July 2025. The tax applies to online gaming transactions by Peruvian citizens or residents.
Operators had anticipated an immediate implementation of the 1 per cent rate. However, they raised concerns about the time required to adapt their platforms and gain recertification from Mincetur, Peru’s national regulator. They argued that the sudden increase could not be absorbed quickly and might impact players.
In response, President Boluarte and Finance Minister José Arista Arbildo agreed to a six-month transition period. This adjustment gives operators more time to comply with the new rules while easing the impact on the industry.
Despite the changes, some operators believe the tax could harm the regulated market. They warn that higher costs may push players toward unlicensed platforms, reducing channelisation to the legal market.
In addition to the Selective Consumption Tax, Congress has already approved Bill-2070/2021. This legislation introduces a 10 per cent tax on gross gaming revenue for online casinos and sports betting.
The Selective Consumption Tax will come into effect on 1 January 2025. MINCETUR will oversee its implementation. They will track transactions using Peruvian IP addresses, bank accounts, credit cards, or local SIM cards to enforce compliance.
