Parimatch is the first officially licensed bookmaker in Ukraine This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210315005602/en/ Parimatch is the first officially licensed bookmaker in Ukraine (Graphic: Business Wire) After having an 11-year blind spot, the state finally got round to gambling market regulation, following the example of European countries. The state will redirect funds generated from the sale of licenses to the budget in support of social needs: healthcare, education, sports, culture, and other areas. As the gambling industry leader in the CIS countries, Parimatch holding continues to expand its presence in the region and is preparing for a full-fledged launch on the territory of Ukraine.