Norsk Tipping mistakenly notified "several thousand" people of inflated winnings, which prompted concern and disbelief throughout the country. Initially, recipients believed they had won up to millions in Norwegian kroner, only to be informed later that the figures were incorrect. The mix-up originated from an error in converting Eurocent amounts to kroner, resulting in exaggerated tallies for prizes. The calculation mistakenly multiplied the amounts by 100 instead of dividing them by the same factor, leaving winners dreaming of riches that would never materialize.

Following the incident, Norsk Tipping's CEO, Tonje Sagstuen, resigned just one day after issuing apologies to those misled. The company clarified that no erroneous payments had been made to winners, as notifications were the only errors communicated. Sagstuen expressed her regret, acknowledging the disappointment and frustration felt by individuals who had begun to envision personal projects fueled by win expectations.

One particularly disheartened woman shared her experience with Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation (NRK), revealing she believed she had won 1.2 million kroner (approximately $119,000) during her ongoing renovations. However, her actual winnings were significantly lower, leading to much confusion and distress.

In response to this serious oversight, Norsk Tipping convened an emergency meeting with the Ministry of Culture to address the lapse in their operational control. Minister Lubna Jaffery emphasized the importance of stringent control procedures, especially considering that the company holds a monopoly on gaming services in Norway.

This incident is a continuation of the troubles Norsk Tipping faces, as it has recently come under scrutiny for various technical glitches and other errors. The company's repeated failings have drawn significant criticism from regulators and customers alike, contributing to a growing apprehension and dissatisfaction regarding their operations in the lottery industry.