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February 10, 2022
New Report Says There Are 12,000 Problem Gamblers in Ireland
Is Ireland doing enough to protect gamblers from coming in the way of harm? This is the question pondered in a new report by the Health Research Board, which examined the gambling habits of people aged 15 and older. According to the report, there have been shortcomings in the way the country addresses problem gambling. […]
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February 9, 2022
Insolvency Service in UK Bans 32 Individuals from Gambling
There are different social and legal mechanisms to prevent people from self-harm. Most are focused on public awareness and helplines, clinics, and reach-out programs. Others are a little stricter in how they address those who need help. Whether being stern or compassionate works better is a question for another day. The UK’s Insolvency Service has […]
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February 7, 2022
Kindred’s Revenue From Harmful Gambling Goes up During Q4 2021
Kindred Group, the online gaming operator that hosts powerful brands like Unibet and 32Red and provides online poker, casino, bingo, and sports betting options, is determined to reach the zero percent revenue mark from harmful forms of gambling. Approximately one year ago, the group announced its bold plans. However, the latest Q4 numbers for 2021 […]
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January 31, 2022
GambleAware Launches Historical Gambling Harm Campaign for Women
Independent charity aimed at preventing and treating gambling harms GambleAware has launched the “Losing track of the world around you,” a historical campaign aimed at women gamblers. The movement results from the hard work and creativity of a team of experts from record agency M&C Saatchi, along with Freud’s PR specialists and Goodstuff’s media planning […]
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January 28, 2022
Problem Gambling Impacts Family Relationships in Macau
Problem gambling is a delicate matter anywhere you go. While the stigma associated with this behavior has mostly dissipated, owing to clinical trials that prove it is a serious medical condition, numerous studies have found it necessary to reiterate the societal impact the higher prevalence of problem gambling plays – not least to help alleviate […]
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January 28, 2022
NCPG Launches Agility Grants to Fund Gambling Prevention Organizations
The US National Council on Problem Gambling has unveiled a new Agility Grant program that will support non-profit organizations in the fight against gambling harm. The NCPG Launches an Agility Grants Program The new program is sponsored by the National Football League Foundation and will see the council offer financial help to several gambling consultancies […]
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January 25, 2022
New Zealand’s Pokies Association Pushing for Lower Problem Gambling Rates
New Zealand’s Ministry of Health has proposed a 26% increase ($16 million) in the problem gambling levy budget over the upcoming three years. Half of the increase would be supported by profits collected from the Gaming Machine Association of New Zealand (GMANZ), one of the four contributors to the levy. While reiterating its full support […]
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January 24, 2022
PayPal Adds Gamban Solution to Tackle Excessive Gambling in UK, USA
PayPal has introduced Gamban as part of its online payment settlement service. As a result, online casino players and sports bettors will have the option to self-exclude gambling services. The Gamban software is used to enable vulnerable and at-risk players to take control over their spending habits and ensure that they keep themselves in check […]
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January 21, 2022
NSW GambleAware Partnership with WSLHD to Expand Language Support
New South Wales (NSW) government counselling service GambleAware joined forces with the Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) to make sure the services offered by the Office of Responsible Gambling are available in more languages and with culturally-specific support. Language and Culture-Specific Support The new agreement with the WSLHD will provide additional language support to […]
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January 20, 2022
DraftKings to Donate $1.57M as Part of Its State Council Funding Program
DraftKings has demonstrated its commitment to inhibiting gambling harm by vowing to support the 35 state problem gambling councils across the United States. DraftKings Launches the State Council Funding Program Through the so-called State Council Funding Program, the famous operator will fuel the councils’ work by providing them with crucial monetary aid for three years. […]