Spelinspektionen Issues Warning to Spribe

In Sweden, the regulator Spelinspektionen on February 26 issued a warning to provider Spribe and imposed a fine of $544 for the availability of the company’s games on websites of unlicensed iGaming operators.

Grounds for the Warning

The regulator determined that Spribe games were available on platforms operated by companies without a license to operate in Sweden.

Under current regulations, providers are required to control the distribution of their gaming content and ensure that it is made available exclusively through licensed operators.

Availability of Games on Unlicensed Platforms

During the inspection, Spelinspektionen identified instances where Spribe games were placed on websites not included in the approved list.

The regulator stated that the involvement of technical or contractual intermediaries does not exempt the provider from responsibility for compliance.

Spribe’s Position

Representatives of Spribe stated that the games appeared on unlicensed websites through aggregators, without direct control by the company.

According to the provider, the distribution of the content occurred outside its direct management and without intentional placement on prohibited resources.

Regulatory Assessment of the Arguments

Spelinspektionen rejected the company’s arguments and stated that the use of aggregators does not remove the obligation to control distribution channels.

The regulator emphasized that the provider bears full responsibility for where and how its games are used.

Fine and Enforcement Measures

As part of the decision, the regulator imposed a $544 fine and issued an official warning.

The decision was made within the framework of oversight of compliance with licensing requirements and rules governing the distribution of gaming content in the Swedish market.