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UK children bombarded by gambling ads and images online, charity warns

Children are "saturated" with betting promotions and gambling-like content while using the internet, despite restrictions on ad campaigns targeting young people, new research reveals. GambleAware, the charity funded by donations from gambling firms, commissioned research that found the risks of online gambling were not understood by children…
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UK government implements £5 cap on online slot machine

In a decisive move to tackle the rising concerns over gambling addiction, the UK government has introduced comprehensive regulations targeting the online gambling industry, valued at £11 billion. Effective from September, these regulations will introduce a stake limit of £5 per spin for online slot machines for most users, while imposing a tighter…
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Great Britain To Limit Online Slot Machine Stakes at £5

The sum that may be wagered on an online slot machine spin will be rounded up to £5, but £2 for young clients, which is portion of the government's drive to toughen regulation of the UK's £11 billion per year gambling industry. Additionally, at the moment, video slots are not subject to limits on how much players may wager. Online stake limits to…
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UK confirms £2 maximum stake for under 25s playing online slots

Effective from September, the measures mark the first time maximum stakes have been introduced for online slots in the UK. The government has hailed the announcement as a "landmark" moment for the regulation of online gambling. Stake limits will come into effect from September this year, following secondary legislation. A six-week transition period…
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Government to introduce £2 limit for online slots

Department for Culture, Media and Sport said it would introduce the £2 stake per spin for 18-to-24 year olds, and a £5 limit for those aged 25 and above. There is currently no limit on the amount people can bet on online slots. The DCMS said easily accessible online slot games were "one of the most addictive forms of gambling", associated with…
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Online slot machine stakes to be capped at £5 in Great Britain

The amount that can be staked on the spin of an online slot machine will be capped at £5, or £2 for younger customers, as part of government plans to tighten regulation of the £11bn-a-year gambling industry in Great Britain. Online slots are currently exempt from limits on how much punters can wager. But under plans revealed by the Guardian on…
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Gambling firms in Great Britain ordered to slow down online slot machines

Online casinos will be forced to overhaul slot machine games to slow them down and remove features that cause players to lose track of how much they are spending. In a series of curbs likely to reduce the industry's £2.2bn-a-year revenue from online slot machines, the Gambling Commission has told companies based in Great Britain to dilute their…
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Regulator finds UK problem gambling rates may be eight times higher than thought

Rates of problem gambling may be more than eight times higher than previously thought, according to new data released by the betting industry regulator. The Gambling Commission has previously said the proportion of people suffering from a gambling problem may be as low as 0.3% of adults in Great Britain. The figure, which was based on a telephone…
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New study: half of all German players still using black market

The study was commissioned by the German Online Casino Association (DOCV) and the German Sports Betting Association (DSWV). It was authored by economist Gunther Schnabl of the University of Leipzig. The report states that the State Treaty on Gambling, which came into force in July 2021, is missing its key target of ensuring that all online gaming…
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Safe online casinos for Canadian players

The online casino world has exploded in popularity over recent years, and Canada is no exception. Canada has one of the largest online casino markets worldwide. However, with such an enormous catalog of casino games, it's hard to determine which ones are trustworthy and safe. This article will closely examine some of the most important factors to…
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Gambling firms to be forced to pay about £100m a year to NHS

Gambling companies will be forced to pay about £100m a year to the NHS to fund addiction research, prevention and treatment, as part of government changes that will replace a longstanding system of voluntary contributions. Under a mandatory levy, which has been welcomed by clinicians and campaigners, online bookmakers and casinos will pay 1% of…
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NeoGames’ Pariplay makes Pennsylvania debut with Rush Street Interactive

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Britain's gambling habit: are we dicing with serious damage?

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Choosing your first casino: Combining reviews and personal experience

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UK Government proposes stake limits for online slots

In April, the UK government outlined its comprehensive plan for gambling industry reform in a white paper. One part of this reform was stake limits for under 25s, which is to stop problem gambling in an age group which suffers from it most. We're going to be taking a look at the proposal so that you'll have a full understanding of just what this…
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Brent gambling sites are ‘fuelling addiction' say locals

A North London street with six gambling venues including two casinos within the space of 600 metres is "fuelling addiction" and taking vulnerable residents' last few pounds, according to locals. Protests have already taken place to fight against plans to open another high street casino in Harlesden, Brent, over fears vulnerable people are being…
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UK gambling lobby group accused of inaccurate statements on regulation

The main lobby group for the UK gambling industry has been accused of making inaccurate statements relating to the regulation of the £10bn-a-year sector the day before its boss appears before a parliamentary committee. Michael Dugher, the chief executive of the Betting & Gaming Council (BGC), is to be question by MPs on the select committee for…
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Gambling reform: Where’s the evidence?

The UK Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport has once again issued a call for evidence on key topics such as gambling harm and the priorities the White Paper on gambling reform should focus on. In this column, Pavlos Sideris, Director at Double Up Media, explains what this means for the UK industry. The call by the Department for Digital,…
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Gambling firms hit the jackpot after Government review

Gambling firms let out a huge sigh of relief after the Government released a long-awaited white paper. The review, delayed for over two years, included plans for a 1 per cent levy on revenues, new online slot machine limits and the loosening of restrictions for casinos and bingos. The changes, less drastic than the industry once feared, focused on…
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Gambling White Paper: proposed new UK Gambling Act laws

Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer has said a long-awaited Gambling White Paper, due to be unveiled in Parliament today (27 April), will help "redress the power imbalance between punters and operators" while preventing addiction. Following the explosion of online betting and a number of high-profile cases where customers suffered significant losses or…
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Gambling White Paper: proposed new UK Gambling Act laws
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Ban all gambling adverts, say more than half of Britons

More than half the public would like to see a ban on gambling advertising, according to a new poll taken as ministers prepare to unveil an overhaul of the industry. In the survey, carried out for the charity Gambling with Lives, 52% of respondents said they supported a ban on all gambling advertising, promotion and sponsorship, and nearly…
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Are current regulations suffocating the online slots industry?

In the last three years, regulations specifically targeting slots and those aimed at the wider online gambling industry have been implemented by the UKGC. Are these regulations suffocating the online slots industry? Since 2020, the UKGC has ramped up the pace of regulation, taking firmer action to ensure that licensing conditions and codes of…
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The UK’s Gambling White Paper Explained

For the first time in nearly two decades, gambling is set to come under the legislative spotlight in the UK. The UK gambling industry, the world's largest and most mature market, has been in a state of flux for the past few years. The growth of online casino games and the continued success of sports betting has seen gambling conquer and maintain…
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Gambling limits for under-25s expected in new laws, reports say

Young online gamblers will face limits on the amount they can bet under new laws reportedly being lined up by the government. The Sun newspaper said ministers would consult on capping bets on online slot games to between £2 and £15, with a £2 limit for under-25s. Gambling firms will also be taxed to fund addiction treatment, according to leaks seen…
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What is RNG in Casino Games?

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‘Take Time to Think’ gambling warning has no

Clearer messaging on gambling harm is needed if the industry is to help customers moderate their gambling behaviour, experts have warned. Academics have found that the widely used Take Time to Think slogan has no impact on people's behaviour while gambling, after testing its effectiveness in a virtual casino environment. Take Time to Think is a…
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Rootz Wins Slots Operator of the Year Title

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How the gambling and betting market influence the economy

Casino gaming has grown significantly over the last few decades, and legalisation is only part of the casino gambling-related growth story. High-tech features such as live casinos have introduced a new level of realism to the experience, while technological enhancements have led to more accessible and convenient ways to play. More recently, the…
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Gambling Commission claims black market risks are 'being overstated'

A leading Gambling Commission official has suggested the risks of the black market are "being overstated". Speaking at an event held by the Danish Gambling Authority this week, the Gambling Commission's deputy chief executive Sarah Gardner said the British regulator had "a level of concern" about illegal betting, but said it had "no time" for…
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Gambling Commission claims black market risks are 'being overstated'
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Betting industry will ‘keep back funds from gambling harm charity’

The betting industry has threatened to redirect a quarter of the funds expected to go to a charity tackling harms caused by gambling, the Guardian understands. The four largest members of the Betting and Gaming Council have in the past pledged to use GambleAware as the main commissioner of any money it gave to tackle problems caused by its…
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World Cup Gambling Ads Fell by 34%, Prove Wrong Spike Warnings

TV gambling advertising in the UK during the FIFA 2022 World Cup in Qatar fell by more than a quarter to the levels registered in the previous World Cup stated the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) in a press release. Based on new data excluding all Lottery advertisements, there were a total of 110 gambling ads on ITV during the World Cup games from…
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BGC hails success in reducing gambling ads during World Cup 2022

The Betting and Gaming Council issued a statement on Thursday in which the NGO hailed the success the whistle-to-whistle ban has had in helping reduce the overall number of gambling advertisements broadcasted during the World Cup 2022. The data cited by the organization is based on ITV frequency of gambling advertisements with only 110 ads…
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ICE London 2023 Consumer Protection Zone to feature a record 20 stands, including the UKGC

The United Kingdom Gambling Commission will be featured in the 2023 Consumer Protection Zone at ICE London, event organizer Clarion Gaming announced Tuesday. The CPZ will comprise a record 20 stands, six more than this year's edition. The CPZ, which Clarion says has become one of the highest-profile features on the ICE show floor, will comprise a…
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Gambling Commission to feature in biggest ever ICE Consumer Protection Zone

The central importance attached by the industry to safer gambling has been underlined with confirmation that the 2023 Consumer Protection Zone (CPZ) at ICE London, will comprise a record 20 stands, up from the 2022 figure of 14. The CPZ, which has become one of the highest profile features on the ICE show floor will comprise a blend of providers of…
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Survey says compulsory warning labels won't help tackle problem gambling

The Betting and Gaming Council has looked into a proposal to raise awareness about the potential harm of gambling products by featuring compulsory messages that gambling can be harmful. The proposal is based on similar messaging used in other sin industries, such as alcohol and tobacco, and builds on the premise that consumers would be less…
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Health Warnings for Gambling Won't Have Effect, Says BGC Study

The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), the industry body representing the gaming and betting industry in the UK, released details of a new study that probed into the potential of introducing mandatory health messages in an effort to reduce problem gambling. On Tuesday the BGC released the results of the study which was conducted by YouGov. The new…
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What is the impact of the cost of living on the UK gambling market?

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Gambling, youth and the internet in the UK. Isn’t it a perfect combination?

It was discovered that although online gambling is much less popular with youths than in-person gambling, there was a significant increase between 2017 and 2019 because of incentive rewards' appearance like no deposit bonus 2022 uk, from 1% of 11-16 year-olds gambling online in 2017 and 2018 to 3% in 2019. . The aforementioned statistics reveal the…
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MP supports UK's gambling reform, calls for a balanced approach

Amid the ongoing reform of the UK gambling sector, a PM called for a balanced approach in regulation that will strengthen the protection for vulnerable customers without negatively impacting the sector, a recent report reveals. In a recent report released by The House, Mark Jenkinson MP wrote for the Betting And Gaming Council (BGC), acknowledging…
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NHS clinics raise concern over gambling addiction numbers in UK

A new report by The Times United Kingdom. According to the publication, NHS doctors have been citing an increase in the number of patients who seek support for gambling addiction and have urged companies to show more concern for the human cost that often backs gambling companies' bottom line. Most of the patients who turn to the National Health…
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Gambling: Boy, 16, lost thousands after seeing advert

A 16-year-old boy lost thousands of pounds gambling in just a few weeks after seeing adverts at a football game, a support worker has said. Nick Phillips, from Swansea, said the boy opened an account in his father's name an hour after a match. Welsh MPs and anti-gambling charities are calling for the UK government to publish its gambling white…
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BGC: Two Thirds of Punters Believe Nanny State Spending Limits on Betting Would Spark a Rise in Gambling Black Market

A new YouGov survey for the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) revealed the concerns of regular punters as the Government considers a review of Gambling laws. As well as 67% saying compulsory limits risked pushing punters to the growing gambling black market, 64% of the public fear the increased use of illegal sites would trigger a rise in problem…
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GamCare Releases New Code of Conduct Guidelines for Land-based Gambling Venues

GamCare has released new Code of Conduct guidelines for land-based gambling venues. The gambling information, advice and support charity says its new guidelines will build on the Industry Code for the Display of Safer Gambling Information, launched in 2020. GamCare notes that new guidelines focused on land-based gambling venues will ensure…
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Warning as one child in every classroom gambling with 'loss of control'

A new report published by the Gambling Commission found that one in every 29 children - more girls than boys - had a betting addiction or was showing signs of developing one One in every 29 schoolchildren has a gambling problem, according to a new report (Stock photo) One child in every secondary school classroom has a gambling problem or risks…
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UK Soccer Teams Plan Protest of Gambling Sponsorships

A group of UK soccer teams will participate in a protest of gambling sponsorships in soccer during matches this weekend. committed to removing gambling sponsorships from soccer Various English Football League (EFL) and non-EFL teams will join the movement to kick gambling agencies out of soccer. Those who are participating in the demonstration will…
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BGC congratulates Paul Scully for taking Gambling Minister role

Last week, Paul Scully MP was appointed as Minister responsible for the betting and gaming industry. Consequently, the single industry body for UK betting and gaming, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), congratulated Scully for his recent appointment. Michael Dugher, BGC's Chief Executive, commented in a statement released on October 28, 2022. He…
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UK’S BGC WELCOME PAUL SCULLY MP AS NEW GAMBLING MINISTER

Standards body the Betting and Gaming Council has congratulated Paul Scully MP on his appointment as Minister responsible for the betting and gaming industry. BGC chief executive Michael Dugher also congratulated Michelle Donelan MP on her re-appointment to the Cabinet and encouraged both to continue engagement with the industry to find the right…
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Apple makes a gaffe on App Store with gambling adverts

Apple ran in a bit of a trouble last week when the tech giant ended up promoting gambling apps, reportedly from shady backgrounds, alongside genuine applications found on its App Store. While the issue was found very quickly, and Apple moved rapidly to patch up the problem, the incident has caused an outcry with developers and consumers, Tech…
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Safer Gambling Week a success says BGC

Safer Gambling Week, which took place between October 17 and October 23 this week, was a success, the Betting and Gaming Council said. The trade body for the gambling industry said that Safer Gambling Week during the period was displayed 25 million times across a number of social media channels. BGC has been a staunch supported of the initiative,…
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SAFER GAMBLING IS FOR EVERY WEEK OF THE YEAR SAYS BETTING AND GAMING COUNCIL, AS FIGURES SHOW RECORD SUCCESS OF SAFER GAMBLING WEEK

Data released following this year's event - which ran from October 17 to 23 - has revealed a 21 per cent increase on 2021, when Safer Gambling Week messaging was displayed on major social media sites 25 million times. The initiative, which ran for the fifth year, also saw tens of thousands of visits to the Safer Gambling Week website where people…
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Safer Gambling Week Smashes Social Media Success

The Betting & Gaming Council (BGC) which represents 90% of all of the UK's casinos, bingo, online gaming and betting operators, and retail betting shops has reflected on the success of the Safer Gambling Week 2022 that ended on October 23. Special emphasis was put on the incredible reach recorded by the campaign on social media. Data from the BGC…
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Online casinos face crackdown on exploiting gamblers’ superstitions

Online casinos face a crackdown on exploiting gamblers' superstitions, after the advertising regulator launched an investigation into one firm's claims about certain games being "hot or cold". The Guardian understands the Standards Authority (ASA) is likely to uphold a complaint lodged seven months ago against PlayOJO, which advertised a feature…
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Peterborough public health raises concern after online gambling rates spike during pandemic

Online gambling rates have spikes during the pandemic and the local health unit is concerned. Here are four things we learned from this month's meeting of the local public health board. GAMBLING CAN BECOME A SERIOUS HEALTH ISSUE: During the pandemic, online gambling rates rose from 54 per cent before the pandemic to 87 percent, and popularity in…
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Gambling regulator chief says growth has plateaued for booming sector

Growth in the betting sector has plateaued in recent years as a result of cost of living concerns and safety measures, says top gambling regulator. Speaking at an awards ceremony today in Melbourne, Gambling Commission chief Andrew Rhodes said that the sector is still feeling a pandemic hangover - despite popular belief that betting giants cashed…
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BGC, UKGC and DCMS support Safer Gambling Week 2022

In light of the start of the Safer Gambling Week, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) revealed that it joined forces with the regulator, the UK Gambling Commission, and the government to support safer gambling. The initiative is organized by the BGC in collaboration with the Bingo Association, as well as BACTA Monday marked the start of the Safer…
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Bacta lends its support to Safer Gambling Week

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RGC has a sobering message amid the online gambling hype

The Responsible Gaming Council (RGC) has launched a new and timely PSA aimed at Ontarians that's intent on reminding them to manage their risks responsibly while gambling online. The PSA, titled "Online Betting is HUGE!", is a direct response to the flood of online sportsbook and casino advertising that was unleashed since Ontario regulated the…
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Chalkline Partners with DGC to Enhance Betway’s F2P Offering

Chalkline, a full-service client acquisition and retention platform, has announced a partnership with Digital Gaming Corporation (DGC) that will enable the free-to-play (F2P) gaming provider to deliver its prediction games exclusively to US customers via online casino and sports betting firm Betway. Betway views F2P as a key player engagement…
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Collins to continue to lead on gambling reform

Collins was initially appointed on 8 July 2022, replacing Chris Philp, who left office during the month's swathe of resignations protesting Boris Johnson's continued leadership of the Conservative party. His leadership comes in a period of flux for UK gambling policy. A review of the 2005 Gambling Act is currently underway, with a white paper…
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UK Gambling Sector Reacts to Death of Queen Elizabeth II

After reigning for more than 70 years and earning the title of the UK's longest-serving monarch, Queen Elizabeth II has passed away at her Scottish estate in Balmoral. Media companies announced the news that she died peacefully on Thursday afternoon at 96 years of age. All of her children traveled to the estate to say their goodbyes. a 10-day…
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Government Shake Up Means Uncertainty for UK Gambling Reform

The ongoing effort to overhaul UK gambling laws could be delayed even further following the appointment of Liz Truss as Prime Minister. The reforms, which are two years in the making, have been delayed on multiple occasions. The latest snag came in July when a vote of no confidence in former Prime Minister Boris Johnson sent the government into…
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Gambling Commission launches probe into 10 suicides according to leaked letter

The UK regulator has written to numerous licenced operators - bookmakers and online casinos - asking for their help in "identifying more information" in relation to 10 individuals who took their own lives. Commission chiefs are seeking information on whether gambling firms had accounts open with the victims at the time. The list of those who died…
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Paraguay Gambling Council raises more than US$ 10 million in the first half

The National Gaming Council of Paraguay (Conajzar), the gaming regulatory body in the country, reported that it raised 69.404 million guaraníes, about US$10.1 million, in the first half of 2022, as a result of the different activities in the segment. In its report, published by the Paraguayan media 5Días, the entity detailed that the pool game…
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'Reformer's shopping list': gambling laws review starts next week

A wide-ranging review of gambling laws to be launched next week will consider banning sports sponsorship and limiting online casino stakes among a "reformer's shopping list" of proposals to overhaul gambling laws, the Guardian can reveal. The long-awaited review, which could roll back vast swathes of the Gambling Act 2005, will begin as soon as…
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Gambling giant Entain could lose UK licence after record £17m fine

Entain, the gambling firm behind Ladbrokes and Coral, could lose its licence to operate in the UK after it was told to pay a record £17m settlement over its inaction as individual customers spent hundreds of thousands of pounds. The Gambling Commission highlighted multiple failings in Entain's online and high street business, all of which occurred…
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Luxury Casino Canada is gaining more and more attention among Canadian casino players, and chances are that you stumbled across this site while searching for the best online casinos in Canada. Here's a brief recap of what you can expect to find in our Luxury Casino review: Pros: C$1000 welcome package 6-figure progressive jackpots Over 500…
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Five brands that have defined the world of iGaming

The iGaming industry is one of the newest tech sectors but one of the fastest-growing too. Established around the dawn of the "dotcom boom", online casino gaming has been an escalating phenomenon and a source of convenience for fans of classic table games and slot titles. In fact, many of the leading UK-licensed operators today are still powered by…
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Five brands that have defined the world of iGaming
BBC

Gambling addiction: 'A vicious cycle I couldn't get out of'

A new documentary looks at the problems around gambling addiction in the UK. "It was a vicious cycle I couldn't get out of. It was awful." Harri, from north Wales, placed his first bet just after he turned 18. And once he started university, his gambling began to escalate as he found himself betting on increasingly obscure matches like hockey and…
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Gambling addiction: 'A vicious cycle I couldn't get out of'
Financial Post

Bragg Gaming Expands Partnership with Rush Street Interactive to Rollout Online Casino Content with BetRivers.ca Brand in Ontario

TORONTO - Marking further growth of its iGaming operations in the recently regulated Ontario market, Bragg Gaming Group (NASDAQ: BRAG, TSX: BRAG) ("Bragg" or "the Company"), today announced that the Company is now live with its online gaming content with one of the Province's leading operators, Rush Street Interactive (NYSE: RSI) ("RSI"). RSI is…
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How To Know If An Online Casino Is Trusted And Secure

Gambling has always been one of the favorite hobbies for men and women. Of course, back in the day, it was a bit different, but now it has changed to keep up with the times. These days, there are more ways to gamble than ever before, and one of the most popular is online casino gaming. With so many people now having access to the internet, new…
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How To Know If An Online Casino Is Trusted And Secure
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Gambling Industry: What Bodies Regulate Online Casinos

The gambling industry is a big business. In fact, it's estimated that the global gambling market will be worth over $565 billion by 2022. This makes it an attractive target for regulators and lawmakers, who are keen to ensure that everything is done in a responsible and fair manner. In this blog post, we'll take a look at which bodies regulate…
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Gambling Industry: What Bodies Regulate Online Casinos
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How Casino Sponsorship is Making an Impact on Horse Racing

When you watch any type of sports, you might notice there are branded logos on the T-shirts, the protective gear, the cars, and in the case of horse racing, on the jockey's jersey. You will often see travel companies, big food and drink brands, and other lifestyle brands as sponsors - but more recently, you will see the bold logos of online casino…
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How Casino Sponsorship is Making an Impact on Horse Racing
iGaming Business

BGC calls for “balance” amid reports of £2 online casino stake cap

A report in today's Times newspaper claims measures included in the document could include the restriction of maximum online casino stakes to between £2 and £5. The Times also said the white paper could feature a ban on free bets and VIP packages for those who incur heavy losses, as well as what it described as "non-intrusive" affordability checks.…
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BGC calls for “balance” amid reports of £2 online casino stake cap
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Keir Starmer's gambling problem

Matt Zarb-Cousin is a former spokesman for Jeremy Corbyn, and is now spokesperson for the Campaign for Fairer Gambling. June 20, 2022 June 20, 2022 When Tony Blair's government liberalised gambling, smartphones were still the stuff of science fiction. Sir Alan Budd, who wrote the 2001 review that the 2005 Gambling Act was based on, recently…
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Gambling commission reports decrease in problem gambling despite increase in participation

The UK Gambling Commission has reported a 3% increase in gambling participation coupled with falling problem gambling rates of 0.2% in the year to March 2022. For problem gambling, this is a decrease from the previous year, which recorded a rate of 0.4% and down from 0.6% in 2020. According to the Betting & Gaming Council (BGC), in real terms,…
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Gambling commission reports decrease in problem gambling despite increase in participation
Gambling News

Brits in Poor Areas Lose Thousands to Gaming

A recent gambling study shows that gambling losses in the United Kingdom tend to be very high in less well-off areas. Commissioned by GambleAware, the concerning data shows that almost half a million Brits lose thousands a year. According to the research, about 420000 gamblers in Britain lose $2500 a year to various forms of gambling. This research…
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Brits in Poor Areas Lose Thousands to Gaming
The Guardian

Gambling losses in online gaming very skewed to deprived areas

More than 420000 British gamblers lose at least £2000 a year, according to a major report that warns losses on the most addictive products are "strongly skewed" towards deprived areas. The report lays bare the punishing losses incurred by the heaviest gamblers and raises "concern" at the low level of intervention by gambling companies to prevent…
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Rush Street Interactive Adds BetRivers Mobile and Online Sportsbook to Its Award Winning Online Casino in West Virginia

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rush Street Interactive, Inc. (NYSE: RSI) ("RSI"), a leading online casino and sports betting company in the United States, today announced it is adding its industry leading online sportsbook to its existing online casino at BetRivers in West Virginia. Now sports fans across the Mountain State, aged 21 and over, can join…
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Rush Street Interactive Adds BetRivers Mobile and Online Sportsbook to Its Award Winning Online Casino in West Virginia
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UK gambling industry to open 15K tech jobs in next 5 years under Govt.'s program; BGC members praised for job creation

The UK's regulated betting and gaming industry is set to generate 15000 tech jobs in the next five years as a consequence of the UK's Levelling Up agenda, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) said on Monday. Additionally, the industry body announced its members have been praised for their work providing jobs, skills and investment outside London in…
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UK gambling industry to open 15K tech jobs in next 5 years under Govt.'s program; BGC members praised for job creation
City A.M.

Stick or twist: Ministers prepare to water down upcoming gambling review

As the review for gambling legislation beckons, it is understood that ministers are rethinking what the industry has called "draconian" measures. As reported by the Sunday Times, The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) are planning to water down proposals to crack down on problem gambling. Since the review of the Gambling Act was first…
Sports
Stick or twist: Ministers prepare to water down upcoming gambling review
iGaming Business

Safer Gambling Week to take place from 17-23 October

This will be the fifth iteration of the event organised by the Betting and Gaming Council, Bacta, the Lotteries Council and the Bingo Association, and will be the third under the name Safer Gambling Week, after it was rebranded from Responsible Gambling Week.The event will include "a blitz of safer gambling messages", both online and in land-based…
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Safer Gambling Week to take place from 17-23 October
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