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Why American Gamblers Might Need Software Like GamStop

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Gambling Addiction ・ 01 December 2023

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Where Problem Gambling Meets Public Health

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Gambling Addiction ・ 21 November 2023

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As gambling expands in Massachusetts, some staff inside casino watch for players in trouble

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A new game-day HQ for Vancouver Canucks fans opens at Parq Casino

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Gambling Addiction ・ 30 October 2023

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Payment Methods ・ 24 October 2023

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BetMGM forges exclusive iGaming content partnership with Atlantic Digital

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Travel ・ 30 September 2023

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BetMGM partners with Atlantic Digital to deliver exclusive iGaming content

Gaming News 28 September 2023 (PRESS RELEASE) -- BetMGM, a leading iGaming and sports betting operator, announced a partnership with Atlantic Digital, a London-based game studio. BetMGM is the exclusive U.S. home of Atlantic Digital's portfolio of proprietary games, which features a series of prominent film and TV titles. The partnership…

Industry ・ 29 September 2023

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Once shunned by casino operators, responsible gaming campaign turns 25

At a time when problem gambling matters were rarely mentioned in gaming company boardrooms, Harrah's Entertainment decided the issue needed to be raised on casino floors. But it wasn't just rival corporate executives that looked askance at the idea of employees learning how to spot signs that a customer might have a gambling problem. "Our own…

Gambling Addiction ・ 18 September 2023

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BetMGM inks new deal to integrate NetGaming's content into its online casino in Michigan

iGaming and sports betting operator BetMGM announced Thursday a new partnership with casino games developer NetGaming. Under the terms of the deal, NetGaming's portfolio is exclusively available on BetMGM Casino in Michigan, with additional slot titles planned to roll out in all states in which BetMGM's iGaming offering is live. BetMGM Casino in…

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Pennsylvania: Report reveals "typical" online gambler profile, sheds light on problem gaming

Pennsylvania's online gambling industry has been put under the microscope in a new report released by Penn State University in conjunction with the state Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs, which even created a profile of the "typical online gambler." The report, which is in its second year, aims to "[assist] the Department in fulfilling its…

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Massachusetts Ready To Take The Online Lottery Plunge

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Lottery ・ 18 April 2023

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Gambling problems in Mass. need addressing, public health experts say

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Gambling Addiction ・ 25 March 2023

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Evolution Introduces its Mega Ball in B.C.

British Columbia Lottery Corporation continues to enhance its online gaming offerings for bettors. Most recently, Evolution announced that it has inked an agreement with the Crown agency to debut its Mega Ball on BCLC's PlayNow online platform. Now, the province will become the first client of the provider in North America to integrate the title…

Industry ・ 25 March 2023

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BetMGM officially launches Wheel Of Fortune Online Casino

On March 8, BetMGM, a flagship sports wagering and iGaming operator based in New Jersey and a subsidiary of MGM Resorts, reported the official debut of Wheel of Fortune Online Casino. In partnership with International Game Technology (IGT), Wheel of Fortune represents the first entirely branded online casino in North America. Description of Wheel…

Industry ・ 09 March 2023

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BetMGM Announces Launch of Wheel of Fortune Online Casino

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BetMGM Announces Launch Of Wheel Of Fortune Online Casino; Mobile App Now Available In New Jersey

BetMGM has launched Wheel of Fortune Online Casino in collaboration with IGT, making it the first brand-led online casino in North America. The casino is now live in New Jersey, offering players a variety of themed games and features, including America's Game®-branded slot titles. The Wheel of Fortune brand has been a prominent staple on casino…

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SaskGaming Celebrates The Launch Of The Playnow.com Online Gaming Platform

The province's first legal, regulated online gaming platform is now live! PlayNow.com launched this morning, ushering in a new era of safe, secure online casino gaming, sports betting and entertainment in Saskatchewan. The site is managed by SaskGaming, operated by the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA), regulated by the Saskatchewan…

Industry ・ 23 February 2023

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AGS goes live with Pariplay in Alberta

Pariplay, one of the leading aggregators and content providers, has partnered up with the content supplier, American Gaming Systems (AGS). Pariplay will operate the AGS content live through its PlayAlberta.ca to make it the first studio to go live via its aggregation platform Fusion® in the Canadian province of Alberta. Unified approach: The…

Industry ・ 28 December 2022

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Pariplay launches AGS content with Fusion in Alberta, Canada

Pariplay, a NeoGames subsidiary, has expanded further into the Canadian market, bringing its licensed and player-favorite third-party iGaming titles to the provincial market in Alberta. The partnership covers titles developed by American Gaming Systems (AGS) which are part of the Fusion distribution and aggregation platform. AGS is the first member…

Law ・ 21 December 2022

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GameSense advisor builds relationships at new Delta casino

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Gambling Addiction ・ 14 December 2022

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Saskatchewan’s first legal online gaming platform is now live

Saskatchewan's first legal, regulated online gaming platform is now live. The gaming site called PlayNow.com launched Thursday morning and is managed by SaskGaming, operated by the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA), regulated by the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority and uses the British Columbia Lottery Corporation's (BCLC)…

Industry ・ 03 December 2022

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BETMGM NAMED AMERICAN GAMBLING AWARDS ONLINE CASINO OF THE YEAR

NEW YORK- BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, announced today that it has been named'Online Casino of the Year' by the 2022 edition of the American Gambling Awards. The American Gambling Awards are produced by Gambling.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: GAMB) ('Gambling.com Group' or the'Group'), a leading provider of player acquisition…

Industry ・ 30 November 2022

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BetMGM named American Gambling Awards Online Casino of the Year

Gaming News 29 November 2022 (PRESS RELEASE) -- BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, announced today that it has been named "Online Casino of the Year" by the 2022 edition of the American Gambling Awards. The American Gambling Awards are produced by Gambling.com Group Limited, a leading provider of player acquisition services for…

Industry ・ 29 November 2022

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Sports ・ 23 November 2022

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Finally, We Can Play NHL Branded Casino Games

The NHL is one of the most prominent brands on the planet and very much the home of ice hockey. Over the years, there have been branded NHL video games, and they've gone down a treat with fans of the sport. But now there is further change afoot and reason to celebrate, as NHL-branded casino games are here. BetMGM recently announced, a brand that…

Games ・ 14 November 2022

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SaskGaming launches the Playnow.com online gaming platform

Gaming News 11 November 2022 (PRESS RELEASE) -- Saskatchewan's first legal, regulated online gaming platform is now live! PlayNow.com launched last week, ushering in a new era of safe, secure online casino gaming, sports betting and entertainment in the Bridge City."Last year, Saskatchewan announced a historic partnership to establish the…

Industry ・ 12 November 2022

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SaskGaming and FSIN collaborate for first legal online gaming site

Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority's (SIGA) Canadian-based branch SaskGaming launched its first legal online gaming platform on November 3rd, 2022 via partnership with the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN). The platform is titled, PlayNow.com and the partnership was established last year. About partnership: With this partnership,…

Industry ・ 04 November 2022

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Illegal online gaming a grey area in Saskatchewan

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Industry ・ 04 November 2022

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BCLC Launches its PlayNow.com in Saskatchewan

Today, BCLC launched its PlayNow.com to a third province in Canada, with its industry-leading online gambling platform now available to players in Saskatchewan. As part of a partnership with the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) and SaskGaming, Saskatchewan players can now enjoy more than 400 entertaining casino and sports-betting…

Gaming Authorities ・ 04 November 2022

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BetMGM Launches NHL-Branded Gambling Games

It was just announced Thursday that this operator is launching NHL-branded casino games. The games include Roulette, Baccarat, and Dream Catcher, a new, live "Money Wheel" game - all of which are available in all states where the brand is legal: , and BetMGM NJ "The launch of these one-of-a-kind games further strengthens our relationship with,"…

Mobile ・ 02 November 2022

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Backlash prompted casino appeal withdrawal: city

The withdrawal of an appeal related to a proposal to install a casino in Red Deer's Cambridge Hotel was withdrawn because of backlash, says the City of Red Deer. An appeal was filed in September of a development permit granted to allow O'Chiese Hospitality Limited Partnership move the downtown Jackpot Casino to the conference centre at the west…

Mobile ・ 01 November 2022

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NHL-Branded Casino Games by BetMGM

BetMGM announced the launch of its National Hockey League® (NHL)-branded casino games. The games include roulette, blackjack, baccarat and the new live Money Wheel game, Dream Catcher. All games are available to players in New Jersey, Ontario, Pennsylvania and Michigan. "The launch of these one-of-a-kind games further strengthens our relationship…

Games ・ 19 October 2022

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BetMGM brings hockey to its casino with NHL-branded games

With the National Hockey League (NHL) kicking off on Thursday, October 6, BetMGM is definitely eager to get in on the action. But sports betting is not the only way to be part of the hockey bonanza, and the company's iGaming platform now features new and dedicated NHL casino games, which are available across several categories, including roulette,…

Hockey ・ 10 October 2022

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BetMGM scores with NHL-branded casino games

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Games ・ 06 October 2022

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BetMGM Launches NHL-Branded Casino Games

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Games ・ 06 October 2022

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“PlayMyWay” Launches at Encore Boston Harbor

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) in partnership with Encore Boston Harbor (EBH) and GameSense launched "PlayMyWay," a voluntary budgeting tool available on electronic games at EBH. PlayMyWay is designed to allow Wynn Rewards players the ability to monitor the amount of money they spend, and to support their decision to continue or stop…

Gaming Authorities ・ 15 September 2022

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Encore Boston Harbor rolling out PlayMyWay gambling limit program

Massachusetts' Encore Boston Harbor casino is rolling out a gambling limit program: visitors to the property can now set a cap when playing electronic games, including slots. The voluntary budgeting tool, called PlayMyWay, was launched by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission in partnership with the venue and GameSense. The solution is designed to…

Gaming Authorities ・ 13 September 2022

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PlayMyWay launches at Encore Boston Harbor

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Gaming Authorities ・ 13 September 2022

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'Play My Way' Now Live On Every Massachusetts Slot Machine

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Gaming Authorities ・ 13 September 2022

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Encore Boston rolls out gambling limit program

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Gaming Authorities ・ 13 September 2022

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BCLC Warns Locals Not to Bet on Illegal Gambling Sites

The time has come for another exciting NFL football season, and the British Columbia Lottery Corporation has used the occasion to remind its bettors of something very important. Once more, the Crown agency reminded local sports fans that its PlayNow.com platform is the only regulated website in the province, and by playing on it, users contributed…

Gambling Sites ・ 12 September 2022

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AGLC Selects NeoPollard as Vendor for Online Gambling Platform

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Industry ・ 25 August 2022

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BCLC and Saskatchewan to Launch New Gaming Website in November

The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority is pressing on with plans to launch its new dedicated gaming site which will be on time for the Canadian Football League's Grey Cup and provide additional opportunities for sports fans to place a wager on the outcome of one of the biggest events in the country. Thanks to the timing of the Grey Cup, the…

Gaming Authorities ・ 12 July 2022

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New Online Gaming Site In Saskatchewan Plans November Launch

An online platform for casino games and sports betting in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan could be up and running just in time for the Canadian Football League's Grey Cup this fall. November will see the anticipated launch of the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority's new gaming site, according to Alanna Adamko, SIGA's director of…

Industry ・ 11 July 2022

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BetMGM Announces Opening of Private Live Dealer Studio in Michigan

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Live Gambling ・ 23 June 2022

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'Wheel Of Fortune' To Become Standalone Online Casino

For many years, Atlantic City casino wanderers have been liable to notice a small backup of slot machine players waiting for an open chair to pop up among some very specific - and extremely popular - machines: the Wheel of Fortune games. Now, BetMGM on Tuesday announced an agreement with Sony Pictures Television and International Game Technology…

Gambling Addiction ・ 22 June 2022

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BetMGM Announces Agreement with Sony Pictures Television, IGT to Launch Online Wheel of Fortune Casino (MGM)

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Lottery ・ 21 June 2022

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BetMGM Announces Agreement with Sony Pictures Television, IGT to Launch Online Wheel of Fortune Casino

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Sports ・ 21 June 2022

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Saskatchewan Selects B.C. Lottery As Online Gaming Vendor

There's good news for the residents of Saskatchewan, as the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) has signed a vendor agreement with the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) to develop an online gaming platform, the two parties announced Monday in a. BCLC, a government-run corporation that already operates its regulated PlayNow online…

Lottery ・ 06 June 2022

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As gambling grows, Alberta is not doing enough for addicts

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Gambling Addiction ・ 29 April 2022

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BetMGM Wins Casino Operator of the Year Award

Leading sports wagering and casino company, BetMGM has just received a major honor for its gaming services for 2022. This week, the MGM Resorts' sportsbook and casino has been confirmed as the Casino Operator of the Year at EGR North America Awards 2022. The award is one that celebrates excellence in the North American gaming industry and is one of…

UFC / MMA ・ 28 April 2022

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BetMGM Named Casino Operator of the Year at EGR North America Awards 2022

BetMGM Casino wins industry honor following a year of tremendous growth JERSEY CITY, N.J., April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BetMGM, a leading sports betting and digital gaming company, has been named Casino Operator of the Year at EGR North America Awards 2022. The EGR North America Awards celebrate excellence in North American online gaming and are…

Mobile ・ 28 April 2022

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BetMGM wins big at EGR North America Awards

BetMGM, a leading sports betting and digital gaming company, has been named Casino Operator of the Year at EGR North America Awards 2022. The EGR North America Awards celebrate excellence in North American online gaming and are considered the industry's premier gaming awards. "We are honored to be recognized by our peers as the Casino Operator of…

Lottery ・ 27 April 2022

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BetMGM Casino Awards $650,000 Jackpot in Ontario

announced Thursday that it awarded a jackpot of $643412.32 to a player in Ontario, marking the first major jackpot in the province. "After many years of awarding record jackpot prizes in the States, BetMGM is thrilled to award its first major payout to a player in Ontario," Matthew Sunderland, VP of Gaming, BetMGM, said in a statement. "In 2021,…

Winnings ・ 22 April 2022

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B.C. Parent Unhappy with Gambling Education Campaign

Most recently, a Vancouver parent has come out and criticized a B.C. gambling education group for its latest educational campaign and branded it as inappropriate. The parent is unhappy with the fact that a local group is handing out cartoon storybooks, yo-yos, and bouncy toy dice and even called out the group as a gambling lobby. However, the local…

Lottery ・ 07 April 2022

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: Aristocrat Americas president sees convergence with online and casinos

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Sports ・ 06 April 2022

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MGC develops new tool to address problem gaming

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Gaming Authorities ・ 05 April 2022

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Responsible Gambling: Budget Tool Rolls Out At MGM Springfield

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Gambling Addiction ・ 01 April 2022

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Director Warns Of 'Tsunami Of Gambling Advertising' Coming To Canada

The iGaming landscape is quickly changing in Canada as Ontario prepares for the launch of its regulated market on April 4, and that's leaving one U.S. problem gambling director, in particular, deeply concerned about the ramifications on bettors and their families north of the border. Keith Whyte, the executive director at the National Council on…

Lottery ・ 15 March 2022

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MGM enhances RG efforts for US Problem Gambling Awareness Month

As part of the gaming group's "next evolution", they will be proactively promoting responsible gaming with customers through a set of comprehensive tools both in casinos and online. The announcement follows MGM's continued activity with gambling awareness initiatives, having joined the American Gaming Association (AGA) as official partners of its…

Gambling Addiction ・ 02 March 2022

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More than 1,000 have asked to be banned from Massachusetts casinos

More than 1000 gamblers are admitting they need to stop rolling the dice and stay off the gaming floor. They've self-reported to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission that they have an addiction, a milestone that a gaming regulator said only touches the surface. There are 1020 people actively enrolled in the commission's Voluntary…

Gaming Authorities ・ 20 December 2021

Boston News

More than 1,000 have asked to be banned from Mass. casinos

The list of people who have asked the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to prohibit them from the gaming floors of the state's casinos and slots parlor now includes more than 1000 names, a milestone that a gaming regulator said only touches the surface of problem gambling in the Bay State. There are 1020 people actively enrolled in the…

Gaming Authorities ・ 17 December 2021

Capitol Weekly

Rival gambling initiatives vie for voters' attention

Voters are facing the possibility of deciding among three fiercely competing ballot initiatives next year - all of them involving tens of millions of dollars and a revolution in California's gambling industry. One of the three has already qualified for the November 2022 ballot. The remaining two must still gather signatures. The already-qualified…

Gambling Addiction ・ 02 November 2021

Milford Mirror

CT casinos have responsible gambling programs: 'It's something that we take very, very seriously'

For many, a trip to the casino is a pleasant night out, win or lose. For some, though, a gambling addiction can make it a lose-lose proposition. While there is treatment available for those who find themselves addicted to gambling, and help is there for families, as well, it's much harder to identify people whose wagering is out of control, say…

Gambling Addiction ・ 23 October 2021

Casino Reports

BCLC Reports Next Big Lotto 6/49 Win

According to the most recent reports from the British Columbia Lottery Corporation, after Wednesday's Lotto 6/49 draw Canada has found its latest lottery millionaire. The Crown agency, says the ticket holder is residing in West Vancouver, and he or she will now be significantly richer with over CA$10 million to their name. Lotto 6/49 is a Canadian…

Lottery ・ 22 October 2021

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Blackjack & Canada: origins and evolution

Blackjack is arguably one of the most popular casino games around, and can be found in almost every corner of the world. With that in mind, it's no surprise that the classic game has also made a name for itself in Canada - overcoming laws and regulations, to provide Canadians with an action-packed, and above all else, safe way to play. Read on as…

Blackjack ・ 15 October 2021

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How Las Vegas became the casino capital

When you think of the bright signs and flashing lights associated with the bustling casino, your mind will usually take a trip to Las Vegas - namely, the Sin City strip. Whilst the concept of gambling didn't necessarily originate from this iconic landmark, it's certainly considered to be the epicentre of all things gambling by people from all…

Religion ・ 12 October 2021

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Researchers who studied gambling behavior make recommendations to Massachusetts casino regulators

In an effort to better understand how problem gambling develops and evolves, researchers studied the gambling behaviors of the same individuals in Massachusetts over a six-year period beginning in 2013. The final report on this groundbreaking study was presented Thursday at a meeting of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission. The report made seven…

Gaming Authorities ・ 08 October 2021

Queens Citizen

Play Alberta: the origin story

Across Canada, provinces have been left to decide for themselves if and how they wish to allow casino gaming. From brick-and-mortar to online gambling sites, the rules and regulations may differ depending on where you live, or find yourself playing. Alberta, in particular, has established a governing board who oversee all gaming activity, as well…

Baccarat ・ 14 September 2021

Online Poker Report

The Double-Edged Sword Of App Engagement And Gambling Addiction

Online gambling operators have to be careful about how often they message their customers and what content those messages contain. So say responsible gambling advocates who spoke to Online Poker Report. They point out that increasing app engagement is a double-edged sword. Though it's good for the company, it can also mean inadvertently…

Gambling Addiction ・ 01 September 2021

Tricity News

Player health advisor returning to Coquitlam casino for July 1

Conor MacLeod is coming back to the Hard Rock Casino as Step Three of the province's restart plan - starting July 1, 2021 - is set to allow facilities to operate at a limited capacity. Step Three of B.C.'s COVID-19 restart plan is scheduled to begin Canada Day (July 1). Included in the next stage is the reopening of casinos at a limited capacity…

Covid ・ 25 June 2021

Edmonton News

AGLC launches Alberta's first provincially regulated online gambling site

EDMONTON -- Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC) launched its online gambling site Thursday afternoon. "This online option provides a new opportunity for players who choose to gamble online to become less reliant on the unregulated market," said AGLC chief operating officer, Niaz Nejad in a remote video news conference. Back in June the AGLC…

Gambling Sites ・ 01 June 2021

SBC Americas

BetMGM becomes first US online operator to integrate BCLC's GameSense program

BetMGM has agreed terms with the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) to incorporate the latter's player-focused education program, GameSense, into its US-based online gambling operation. Gamesense, a player-health program developed by BCLC and integrated into its products, marketing and distribution channels, including on PlayNow.com, is…

Gambling Addiction ・ 21 May 2021

Global News

PlayAlberta, regulated online gambling website, launched Thursday

Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis announced Thursday that the province's only legal, regulated online gambling website is now live. "This milestone is something that has been planned for and desired by Albertans for years," AGLC COO Niaz Nejad said. Adding this platform means Alberta joins most other Canadian provinces is offering online…

Gambling Sites ・ 20 May 2021

PA Online Casino

BetMGM GameSense Integration Gives PA Gamblers New Tools

If knowledge is power, Pennsylvania online casino players who make BetMGM Casino one of their regular stops are about to become more powerful. A new BetMGM GameSense partnership offers more information that gamblers can use to play responsibly. It's another step for BetMGM's impressive work in providing customers with tools to develop healthy…

Gambling Addiction ・ 08 May 2021

CBC

Alberta unveils online gambling website, expects to raise $150M in five years

Albertans are now able to gamble online on PlayAlberta.ca, a provincially regulated gaming site. Albertans are now able to gamble online on a provincially-regulated gaming site. "PlayAlberta.ca makes certain that money played in Alberta will stay in Alberta, ensures protection on account withdrawals and offers a suite of responsible gambling…

Gambling Sites ・ 19 January 2021

SBC Americas

AGLC selects NeoPollard to power Alberta online gambling site

Alberta is due to launch online betting after confirming that NeoPollard Interactive was selected through a tender process to power its offering for the next seven years. As confirmed in its 2020 budget, Alberta revealed plans to launch igaming across the province, which will be regulated by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis…

Gambling Sites ・ 19 January 2021

Gambling Insider

BCLC receives Level 4 certification for excellence in responsible gambling

British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) has received Level 4 certification from the World Lottery Association (WLA) for excellence in responsible gambling. Level 4 is the highest level of certification granted by the WLA's Independent Assessment Panel (IAP) under the Responsible Gambling Framework, and has been awarded to BCLC for the fourth…

Gambling Addiction ・ 19 January 2021

SBC Americas

AGLC launches new gaming portal PlayAlberta.com

The Alberta Gaming Liquor and Cannabis Commission, (AGLC) an agency of the government of the Canadian province of Alberta, has launched PlayAlberta.ca. The regulated, online gambling website is available to Albertans over the age of 18 and physically located within the province's borders. The new gambling portal features a platform of virtual slots…

Gambling Addiction ・ 19 January 2021