Betsson has previously communicated information stating that Turkey is introducing legislation against online
gaming. The Turkish market represents approximately 20 percent of Betsson Onlines revenues and 15
percent of Net Entertainments revenues.
Betsson believes the legislation will take effect within a short time. Despite the legislation Betsson partner
will be able to continue operations towards Turkey. Technical solutions to support the operation have already
been developed.
The proposed legislation, of which the purpose is to protect the partially state owned gaming company
IDDAA, is according to legal expertise a serious offence according to the agreement between Turkey and
EU. The reason for the agreement is to regulate Turkeys path to potential EU-membership.
We hope the legislation can be positive to us. Protectionistic legislation has shown to be of our advantage,
and I believe it is applicable to this case as well says Pontus Lindwall, CEO Betsson. We are in the middle
of a phase of strong growth, where the first quarter has started out fantastic. The underlying growth of Online
Gaming will not be threatened by individual countries actions he finishes.
For additional information, please contact:
Pontus Lindwall, CEO, +46 8 556 967 10 or +46 708 -27 51 55, [email protected]