The Betsson Group, through its parent company BML Group Ltd, has been placed on Finland's blacklist. The presence on Finland's blacklist has been officially confirmed, as its parent company BML Group became the first gaming operator ever, licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority, to be included in the NPB's publicly available list of prohibited operators. The Betsson Group owns a total of 14 brands, which include popular names such as Betsson, Star Casino, and Betsafe.
These brands are also specifically listed. The NPB's blacklist was introduced in December 2022 as part of an enforcement effort to protect the gambling market in Finland.
The company BML Group Ltd, belonging to the BETSSON group, has been blacklisted IN FINLAND, and all banks, payment service providers and virtual currency providers are required to block all money transfers from Finland to BML.
The news of Betsson Group entering Finland's blacklist comes as a consequence of them losing a court battle against the National Police Board on February 19, 2024. As a result, all banks, payment service providers, and virtual currency providers are now required to block money transfers from Finland to the company.
It is certainly not a positive development for Betsson Group's brand and reputation. Still, it serves as a critical reminder that companies must adhere to ethical standards and comply with laws and regulations to avoid such consequences.
