Austria Weighs iGaming Licences as OVWG Pushes for 2025 Deal

Austria’s online gambling regime is approaching an inflection point. The Austrian Association for Betting and Gambling (OVWG) has renewed calls for policymakers to move beyond the current state-monopoly model toward a licensing framework, highlighting both market readiness and the potential for stronger consumer protections. With Finland beginning its transition away from monopoly from 2026 and many […]

Oct 14, 2025 - 09:30
Austria Weighs iGaming Licences as OVWG Pushes for 2025 Deal

Austria’s online gambling regime is approaching an inflection point. The Austrian Association for Betting and Gambling (OVWG) has renewed calls for policymakers to move beyond the current state-monopoly model toward a licensing framework, highlighting both market readiness and the potential for stronger consumer protections. With Finland beginning its transition away from monopoly from 2026 and many […]