Industry
January 16, 2023
UK University Probes If Ketamine Can Help against Problem Gambling
Details of the new study emerged on Thursday last week. The new study will be led by Celia Morgan, an Exeter researcher and professor of psychopharmacology. The University of Exeter supports the new study which is funded by a grant from the leading biotechnology company that develops new solutions for treating addictions, Awakn Life Sciences. […]
Industry
January 16, 2023
Banks in Norway Support Fight against Illegal Gambling
Lottstift, the Norwegian Gambling Authority, revealed that financial institutions such as banks can play a pivotal role in preventing gambling debt. Eight Out of Ten Banks Notify Customers If They Use Unlicensed Gambling Operators The Authority uncovered the results of a new study, which showed that the financial institutions are being proactive and have joined […]
Industry
January 16, 2023
PMU Names Pribile as Director of Marketing and Product
Pari-Mutuel Urbain (PMU), а French horse racing operator, has expanded its team with the addition of Olivier Pribile as its new director of marketing and product. The experienced worker will leverage his experience with the racing sector to help the company improve its products and help it reach more players. Pribile to Help PMU Grow […]
Industry
January 16, 2023
Victoria Mayor Bans Ads at Community Sports Events to Protect Youngsters
The Guardian reported that the mayor of the City of Monash, Tina Samardzija, is also advocating for other councils to take similar actions and implement a ban on all forms of gambling advertisements at community sports events, instead of waiting for government legislation to be passed. Children Should Be Protected from the Normalization of Gambling […]
Industry
January 16, 2023
NSW Labor Backs Cashless Gaming Card Trial amid Planned Reform
While concerns about gambling harm continue to grow in Australia, a major reform may mark the start of a change in a positive direction. NSW Labor was previously skeptical about a proposal that calls for cashless gaming cards in an effort to curb problem gambling and fight money laundering. NSW Labor Plans Changes to Gambling […]
Industry
January 16, 2023
Sydney Archbishop Supports Reforms Tackling Problem Gambling
The Sydney Morning Herald reported that in an interview in connection with the death of Cardinal George Pell, Anthony Fisher, the Sydney Archbishop, has called on the Australian government to take action in order to protect vulnerable individuals and families from the negative effects of gambling addiction. The Archbishop Says It Is a Matter of […]
Industry
January 13, 2023
Singapore Actor Investigated for Promoting Illegal Gambling
An actor in Singapore is under investigation for an alleged breach of the Gambling Control Act by promoting an illegal gambling website in three video commercials. Gambling with Unlicensed Operators Terence Cao, 55, participated in various roles in the three video commercials and all of his roles silently promoted the excitement and fun derived from […]
Industry
January 13, 2023
Fanatics Suitable for Category 3 License in Massachusetts
Just last week, Fanatics Holding reinstated its big plans to bring its sports betting platform to several states in the US during the first quarter of 2023. The parent company of Fanatics Betting and Gaming (FBG), Fanatics Commerce, and Fanatics Collectibles expressed its goals during a meeting it held with the Massachusetts regulator for gambling, […]
Industry
January 13, 2023
NSW Gambling Self-Exclusion Programs Ineffective, Claims Report
Gambling self-exclusion programs enable individuals to restrict their access to participating in the activity. This in turn can help decrease the risk of problem gambling or restrict losses by at-risk gamblers. Those programs work not only for land-based venues but for online gambling activities as well. Self-Exclusion Schemes in NSW Are Ineffective Now, a new […]
Industry
January 13, 2023
Indiana Betting with Handle of $431.4M in December
Indiana published data about the performance of its sports betting industry in December. The industry recorded favorable revenues despite a noticeable handle drop. Indiana Publishes Data about the Performance of Its Sports Betting Industry The Hoosier State reported that its sports betting industry posted a slight decline. According to official data, the vertical recorded a […]
