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March 6, 2023
Odds On Compliance Launches Licensing Portal to Help Affiliates
The technology and consultancy company that focuses on sports betting, online gaming, gambling compliance and regulatory frameworks will assist affiliate marketers eager to penetrate the US market through its newly released licensing tool launched in the beta stage. More Streamlined Licensing Processes for Affiliates By using Odds On Compliance’s fresh Marketing Affiliate Licensing Portal, iGaming […]
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March 6, 2023
Gambling Ads Bombardment in Victoria Sparks Worries about the Next Generation
Gambling advertisements have been an integral part of how companies communicate new offerings and promotions to fans. However, ads are also a major topic of the safer gambling discussion as more and more people realize the harm they can do to the new generation. In the Australian state of Victoria, for example, kids are bombarded […]
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March 6, 2023
KSA Teams with ZonMw to Launch Gambling Addiction Research
The gambling regulator in the Netherlands, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), asked the Dutch organization for health research and care innovation, ZonMw, to launch research into problem gambling and the treatment of gambling harm and addiction. Consequently, ZonMw confirmed the launch of a new Prevention of Gambling Addiction research program last week. The new program launched on […]
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March 6, 2023
Hacksaw Gaming Slot “R.I.P. City” Wins January’s New Slot of the Month Award
GamblingNews has launched the awards to distinguish companies based on the performance of their games, player reception, and streaming success. In this case, R.I.P. City proved the most popular new title with streamers and players since the game launched on January 5, 2023. GamblingNews head of partnerships Pras Sri met Hacksaw Gaming CCO Gabrielle Star […]
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March 6, 2023
Macau Sees Dip in Gambling-Related Crime in 2022
In an address last week, Wong Sio Chak who serves as the SAR’s secretary of security, provided new numbers on crime in Macau and explained that the illegal activities specifically linked to gambling fell significantly in 2022. Gambling Crime Subsides in 2022 as Tourist Numbers Fall Overall, 371 cases were registered in 2022, down from […]
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March 6, 2023
Ladbrokes Hit with $80K Penalty in NT Australia
Ladbrokes, which is operating in the state as a regulated and licensed entity, is accused of failing to limit the damage by a financial advisor, one Gavin Fineff, who ended up stealing millions of dollars from his clients to fuel his gambling addiction. Gambling Addiction Pushes Punter to Extremes Fineff pled guilty and owed up […]
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March 3, 2023
ACMA and ICO Signed MoU to Tackle Unwanted Calls and Texts
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) announced today that it has reached an agreement with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) to combat together unsolicited calls and texts, as well as phone scams. Tackle Unsolicited Communication The strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two government agencies in London this week will see […]
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March 3, 2023
Caesars Steps Up the Fight against Problem Gambling
Caesars Entertainment joined National Problem Gambling Awareness Month with an official press release detailing the company’s continued commitment to the cause. Its updated self-exclusion program and enhanced 21+ gaming policy aim to create a better betting environment and ensure the operator’s continued commitment towards integrity and customer care. Self-Exclusion Receives a Substantial Update The first […]
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March 3, 2023
LeoVegas Secures GGL License, Forays into Germany
LeoVegas Group has been greenlit to launch its LVSports Limited brand in Germany after securing approval from the Gemeinsamen Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL). Thanks to that, the company will be able to make a foray into one of Europe’s largest online gambling markets. Under the terms of its license, LVSports Limited will be able to […]
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March 3, 2023
Mohegan Adds to Chapman and Huff to PR Team
Mohegan, a casino and entertainment giant, has announced two new additions to its corporate PR team. The company has designated Cody Chapman as a PR director and Charisse Huff as a PR manager. As members of the PR team, the two appointees will be responsible for Mohegan’s properties. Mohegan said that Chapman and Huff will […]