Denmark Sees 7.8% Growth in Gambling Revenue for November 2024

Denmark’s gambling industry experienced a 7.8% year-on-year revenue increase in November 2024, with the online casino sector playing a major role in this growth.

The latest report from Denmark’s gambling regulator, Spillemyndigheden, shows that total revenue for the month amounted to DKK654 million (£74.1 million/€87.6 million/$90.7 million). This figure sures the DKK608 million reported in the same month of the previous year and represents a 6.0% rise compared to October 2024.

Online Casino Sector Continues to Dominate

Online casinos in Denmark remained the most significant revenue driver in November, generating DKK295 million. This marks a 17.9% increase from the previous year and a 3.9% improvement compared to October.

Slots maintained their dominant position within online casino revenue, ing for 77.4% of the total. Other popular segments included bingo at 3.1%, and other games contributing 2.7%.

Growth in Other Gambling Segments

Although online casino revenue surged, other gambling sectors saw minimal increases. Sports betting revenue reached DKK232 million, reflecting a modest 0.3% year-on-year growth.

Mobile betting made up the majority of this figure, contributing 65.4%, while desktop betting generated 14.7%. Retail betting ed for the remaining 19.9%.

Physical slot machines added DKK95 million to the overall total, experiencing a slight 1.9% year-on-year growth. Of this revenue, 79.3% came from gaming halls, with restaurants contributing 20.7%. Meanwhile, land-based casinos posted revenue of DKK31 million, representing a minor 0.8% increase from November 2023.

Responsible Gambling Efforts and ROFUS Registrations

Denmark’s gambling regulator also released updated statistics on responsible gambling initiatives. By the end of November, the number of individuals ed with the national self-exclusion program, ROFUS, stood at 54,704.

Among these registrants, males comprised 77.8% and females 22.2%. Additionally, 65.9% of those ed opted for permanent self-exclusion.

The StopSpillet helpline, which offers advice and to individuals concerned about their gambling habits, received 39 calls during the month.

New Online Gambling Certification Rules Take Effect in July 2025

Spillemyndigheden has revised its certification program for online gambling operators, with new rules coming into effect on January 1, 2025. A six-month transition period will allow affected businesses to comply by July 1, 2025.

A major change in the updated framework is the introduction of supplier licenses, requiring game suppliers to manage their own certification processes. Previously, operators were responsible for these reports, but now suppliers must submit their certifications directly to the regulator.

Under the revised guidelines, certification reports must be submitted separately for each license holder and game supplier. In instances where a single certification applies to multiple companies, distinct reports are required for each entity to ensure ability.

The certification program encomes seven key areas, including random number generators (RNG), base platforms, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments. Compliance deadlines vary between one and two months after the certification period.

With the transition period ending on July 1, 2025, businesses must align operations with the new regulations to avoid penalties and operational disruptions.

Source:

“Denmark gambling revenue rises 7.8% in November”, igamingbusiness.com, January 21, 2025