TLDR Sweden’s Spelinspektionen ordered Novatech to stop operating in the country after finding it offered gambling without a licence Investigators found Novatech websites automatically assigned Swedish country codes to users registering from Swedish IP addresses Swedish-language websites and video creators were reportedly promoting Novatech’s platforms to local audiences Days earlier, the Dutch regulator fined Novatech a record €24.9 million for illegally targeting players in the Netherlands The Dutch fine could have topped €100 million but was capped at 10% of the company’s global turnover
Sweden has ordered Novatech to immediately stop offering gambling services in the country. The decision came after an investigation found the company was targeting Swedish players without holding the required licence.
The ruling was issued by the Spelinspektionen, Sweden’s gambling regulator. It follows an inspection carried out between 23 and 25 February 2026.
The regulator examined several websites linked to Novatech. These included qbet.com, mangacasino.com, slotexpress.com, 55bet.com, and 30bet.com.
During the inspection, investigators found that users connecting from Swedish IP addresses were automatically assigned Sweden’s country code during registration. The regulator said this showed the platforms were set up to accept Swedish players rather than block them.
Authorities also found that Swedish-language websites and video creators were promoting the platforms. This added to concerns that Novatech was actively seeking Swedish customers.
The regulator carried out a concealed test purchase on one of the platforms. While the transaction was not completed, officials confirmed that Swedish users could freely create accounts and begin the registration process.
Sweden Cites Player Protection Concerns
Under Swedish law, operators must hold a local licence to offer gambling services to residents. Licensed operators are required to follow rules around responsible gambling, age verification, and player protection.
The regulator said players using unlicensed platforms could be left without these safeguards. Sweden