Industry
March 8, 2023
BGC Reports Increase in the Use of Safer Gambling Tools
The industry body of the UK gaming and betting sector, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), announced Wednesday the results following the Safer Gambling Week which took place back in October. The new data, confirms the success of the initiative as it indicates that thousands of gamblers have set deposit limits, while impressions on social […]
Industry
October 26, 2022
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 […]
Industry
October 21, 2022
YGAM Promotes Collaboration to Stop Harm
Dr Jane Rigbye, chief executive of YGAM, spoke about the importance of teamwork when dealing with problem gambling. Her statement came in the midst of Britain’s Safer Gambling Week. Rigbye: Companies Should Be Responsible All Year Round Safer Gambling Week is an annual initiative in support of responsible gaming. The initiative is now in its […]
Insider
October 21, 2022
Safer Gambling Week 22: Using Technology to Detect and Deter Gambling Harm
Contribution piece by Dr. Edmond Mitchell, Head of Data at Future Anthem: As Safer Gambling Week gets underway, AI and data science powerhouse Future Anthem has released a white paper advising operators on how to respond to the UK Gambling Commission’s regulatory changes. Dr. Edmond Mitchell, Head of Data at Future Anthem tells Gambling News […]
Industry
October 20, 2022
Safer Gambling Week Scrutiny Infuriates Dugher
The chief executive officer of Britain’s Betting and Gaming Council, Michael Dugher, blasted Safer Gambling Week critics for calling the initiative a “cringe campaign.” Gambling With Lives Critiqued Safer Gambling Week Safer Gambling Week is an initiative that seeks to educate people about the dangers of gambling and teach them how to make informed decisions. […]
Casino
October 20, 2022
Clarion Gaming Leverages Social Media Channel to Amplify Safer Gambling Week Impact
Clarion Gaming has announced a new initiative amid Safer Gambling Week. The company revealed its plans to leverage its media channels and support responsible gambling by organizing multiple initiatives. Clarion Gaming Unveils Different Responsible Gambling Initiatives According to a company press release, Clarion Gaming created a program that includes a mix of analysis, interviews and […]
Industry
October 18, 2022
Microgaming Puts the Spotlight on Safer Gambling Charities It Supports
Microgaming, which is a leading gambling software provider based out of the Isle of Mann, is going to showcase the charities it supports through its PlayItForward arm during the annual initiative Safer Gambling Week. Microgaming Shines the Spotlight on Charities Gordon Moody, Betknowmore, Anonymind and Motiv8 Safer Gambling Week is an annual event that this […]
Industry
October 18, 2022
Safer Gambling Week Presents Opportunities for EPIC Risk Management
Gambling harm consultancy EPIC Risk Management announced this year’s Safer Gambling Week would become the platform to promote its work throughout the year. Lived Experience to Help ‘Take Problem out of Gambling’ From October 17 to October 23, EPIC Risk Management will deliver education sessions, gambling harm awareness seminars, lived experience presentations, round-table discussions, and […]
Business
October 17, 2022
Sky Bet Debunks Gambling Myths for Safer Gambling Week 2022
Flutter-owned, Sky Bet, launched a new initiative just in time for the Safer Gambling Week this year, a new report reveals. Sky Bet Unveils Informative Campaign Busting Myths about Gambling According to a new report released by Gambling Insider, Sky Bet introduced a new “mythbusters” campaign via an e-mail sent out to its users. The new […]
Insider
October 17, 2022
Safer Gambling Week #22: What Suppliers Can Do to Protect Consumers
The UK’s Safer Gambling Week, a campaign highlighting the industry’s commitment to player protection and responsible gambling, is taking place this week for the fifth consecutive year. Operators from each sector tailor their approach and initiatives during the week, but what part do suppliers play in furthering the industry-wide commitment to reducing the risk of […]
