Spelinspektionen Flags SkillOnNet for Missing Responsible Gaming Warnings
Swedish Gambling Authority Raises Concern Over SkillOnNet
The Swedish Gambling Authority, known as Spelinspektionen, recently issued a formal notice to SkillOnNet concerning its Prime Casino website. It was discovered that the version of the site accessible to users who were not logged in did not display vital responsible gaming (RG) icons as required by law.
Importance of Responsible Gaming Tools
These missing elements included important links that allow players to evaluate their gambling habits, set deposit limits, manage login restrictions, and activate self-exclusion options. According to Swedish gambling legislation, operators must clearly present responsible gaming information to all users, ensuring these resources are readily available regardless of login status.
The regulator underlined that such tools are crucial for enabling gamblers to make informed decisions and maintain control over their activities. Failing to show these icons on the logged-out site breached regulatory expectations.
Regulatory Findings and Response
Spelinspektionen highlighted that SkillOnNet neglected its responsibility by not displaying responsible gaming information prominently to all visitors. This oversight represented a shortfall in fully complying with Swedish gambling regulations.
Despite this issue, the authority acknowledged that SkillOnNet met most other regulatory criteria and responded swiftly to correct the problem. This prompt action helped the operator avoid further disciplinary measures. The regulator emphasized that maintaining consistent access to responsible gaming resources across all platform views is essential.
Comparison with Other Operators
Compared to harsher regulatory actions taken against other companies, SkillOnNet’s case was relatively mild. For instance, earlier this month, Spelinspektionen banned CGG Entertainment Ltd for operating without a valid license, demonstrating strict enforcement measures against more serious violations.
SkillOnNet Resolves the Issue
Following the notice, SkillOnNet clarified that the responsible gaming icons were always visible to users who were logged in. The company admitted it had already identified the absence of these icons in the logged-out view prior to the regulator’s intervention.
SkillOnNet quickly addressed the gap once formally contacted, attributing the issue to a technical error rather than intentional neglect. The Swedish Gambling Authority praised the operator’s rapid correction and reiterated the importance of ongoing compliance with responsible gaming information requirements.
