Hungary reviews dissolution of gambling regulator SZTFH

By The Weekly Edge desk · 2 September 2026

Summary

Hungary's government ordered a review of dissolving SZTFH and transferring its duties to ministries, iGaming Today reported, citing a resolution published on 31 August. The justice minister must report by 30 September. The review follows scrutiny of a 35-year Sopron casino concession awarded without public tender; SZTFH denied political interference and pledged cooperation.

Why it matters

Hungary’s review could dissolve SZTFH and transfer its regulatory duties to ministries.

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