Industry
March 23, 2023
The Strict Dutch Laws Encourage Illegal Gambling, Affiliates Say
The Dutch market is known for its strict iGaming regulations. However, its uncompromising approach might be a double-edged sword as affiliates say that certain restrictions encourage illegal gambling. In a letter to the Dutch House of Representatives, three affiliate companies, namely Betmanbegins, OddsBeater and CasinoNieuws.nl asked for certain changes. The letter was also signed by […]
Industry
March 23, 2023
NCPG Strengthens Advisory Board with New Members
The company has expanded its Advisory Board with new officers who will be helping the organization better guide policies on responsible gambling in North America. Among the new additions is Christopher Hebert, director of the Gaming Division in the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office. New Appointees Strengthen the NCPG Hebert will step in the position of […]
Industry
March 22, 2023
Massachusetts Introduces Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program
Massachusetts recently launched its own sports betting market. Retail wagering went live on January 31, followed by an online launch on March 10. As interest in sports bets grows, the state introduced a self-exclusion program for people who wish to shield themselves from gambling. The so-called Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program (VSE) is a statewide program that […]
Industry
March 22, 2023
Risk Gambling Decreases, According to Svenska Spel’s Sustainability Manager
The company’s sustainability manager, Kajsa Nylander, revealed in a blog post that the proportion of customers showing signs of risky gambling has actually decreased compared to the same period last year. Svenska Spel’s Risk Gambling Figures Encouraging but Caution Still Needed The analysis of gaming patterns conducted by Svenska Spel’s analysts during January and February […]
Industry
March 21, 2023
FanDuel Doubles Down on Initiatives amid Problem Gambling Awareness Month
FanDuel will highlight the importance of safer gambling through a series of initiatives, the company announced. The leading NA operator will also donate money to the National Council on Problem Gambling and other organizations to further support a healthier gambling ecosystem. As announced, FanDuel will donate $100,000 to the NCPG, supporting its Agility Grants program. […]
Industry
March 21, 2023
New Jersey Committee Approves Addiction Treatment Bill
New Jersey lawmakers plan to introduce a problem gambling measure that would see the state step up its efforts in the war on gambling-related crime and addiction. Details about the program are outlined in Bill A420, which received the unanimous approval of the state’s Tourism, Gaming and Arts Committee. The measure, sponsored by Ralph Caputo, […]
Legal
March 21, 2023
Trainee Lawyer Embezzles Money to Repay Gambling Debt
The ruse ended when a regular audit brought to light a couple of suspicious payments. The 31-year-old Tauseef Sadeeq couldn’t come up with plausible explanations when questioned, leading to a deeper investigation, ending with Sadeeq being sentenced to prison time. Sadeeq Won’t Be Practicing Law Anymore He was the first-ever trainee at the law firm, […]
Sports
March 20, 2023
Father of Three from South Wales Blames William Hill for Gambling Addiction
BBC News reported that bookmaker William Hill has been accused by a gambling addict of not doing enough to help him stop betting while he was staking thousands of pounds on single bets. According to gambling rules, bookmakers are required to intervene at signs of distress. Father of Three and Teacher from South Wales Struggles […]
Industry
March 17, 2023
Quebec Study Says Pandemic Leads to Increase in Online Gambling
In 2020, the world faced a global COVID-19 pandemic which impacted all industries around the world. The hospitality and entertainment sector was also not missed with pandemic restrictions enforcing temporary closures for different types of venues, including gambling and betting outlets. Now, a new report shares invaluable insight into how the pandemic changed the online […]
Industry
March 17, 2023
Greo Evidence Insights Offers Two Grants to Investigate Gambling-Suicide Link
The Gambling-Related Suicide Research Program, a joint initiative between the UK Gambling Commission and Greo Evidence Insights, is offering to fund to research proposals that will further understand the relationship between gambling and suicide, self-harm, or suicidal ideation. Two Research Grants Offered to Investigate Connection Between Gambling and Suicide The two types of grants available […]
