Industry
March 30, 2021
GambleAware Sees More Problem Gamblers Reach Out for Help
The number of problem gamblers seeking treatment over the last calendar year increased, a new survey commissioned by GambleAware has revealed. Problem Gamblers Reaching Out for Help More Often GambleAware has revealed its latest GB Treatment and Support survey looking into problem gambling and consumer habits and how individuals respond to treatment options. The NGO used data provided […]
Industry
March 29, 2021
UK Sees Dip In Gambling Activity for January and February
Recent data from the UK Gambling Commission (GC) shows a significant decline in gambling activity in January and February compared to 2020. Gambling Commission Reveals Dip in Gambling Activity The UK Gambling Commission (GC) has released statistics detailing changes in gambling activity for January and February 2021. In comparison to December 2020, the data indicates […]
Industry
March 29, 2021
Warning Labels for Online Gambling Are Hard to Find Study Shows
A survey conducted by researchers at the University of Warwick and CQUniversity Australia deemed warning labels and information on the risks of gambling hard to find and easily misunderstood. Warning Labels Are Ineffective and Difficult to Find Accepted by the journal Behavioral Science and Policy, the study ‘Nudge versus sludge in gambling warning labels’ shows […]
Industry
March 29, 2021
Entain: Gender Pay Gap Stands at 7.1% in 2020 vs UK Average of 15.5%
Entain’s pay between male and female employees in the business in 2020 is below the UK average, according to the company’s recent gender pay gap report. Gender Parity in Retail Business Beneficial for Low Pay Gap The sports betting and gambling company announced its median hourly pay gap for 2020 is 7.1%, which is lower […]
Legal
March 29, 2021
UK Camelot’s Promotion in The House Raised APPG’s Eyebrows
Camelot UK, the licensed operator of the UK National Lottery, was asked to explain why it has put in advertisements in The House, Parliamentary magazine, to promote its business. Camelot Asked to Explain Its Advertisements in the House The official licensed operator of the UK National Lottery, Camelot UK, was asked to explain why it […]
Industry
March 26, 2021
The Tote Partners with TruNarrative for Better Player Protection
The Tote, a British bookmaker, has teamed with TruNarrative, a fraud-detection platform, to enhance affordability screening for its customers and provide a higher level of player protection. The Tote Will Protect Its Customers through Enhanced Monitoring To strengthen its player protection and provide a safe environment for its customers, following the UK regulations, the Tote […]
Industry
March 25, 2021
AAGH Calls on UK to Investigate Gambling Harm
According to a report commissioned by Action Against Gambling Harm, the UK needs to do more to determine levels of problem gambling harm. UK Falls Behind on Problem Gambling The UK needs to do more to assess levels of problem-gambling harm, according to a study commissioned by Action Against Gambling Harm (AAGH). The inquiry, which […]
Legal
March 25, 2021
UK Gambling Commission Sanctions Casumo’s Failings with £6M
The UK Gambling Commission took regulatory action against a second online gaming operator within the space of less than 10 days, dishing a £6 million fine to Casumo for failings in social responsibility and anti-money laundering (AML) procedures. Malta-based sports betting and iGaming operator Casumo, much like the other operator sanctioned by the regulator recently, […]
Industry
March 25, 2021
The Isle of Man Enjoys Surge In Interest From Global Gaming Operators
The Isle of Man has piqued the interest of the global gambling industry through its proposed reforms, low taxes, and advanced IT infrastructure. Isle of Man Sees Surge In Interest From Global Players Following proposed reforms to legislation and structure in some jurisdictions, the Isle of Man has seen a significant rise in demand from […]
Industry
March 23, 2021
YGAM Launches Ethnic Minorities Gambling Harm Awareness Program
Young Gamers & Gamblers Education Trust (YGAM), the national charity seeking to inform, educate and safeguard young and vulnerable people in the UK, launched a pioneering new education program in Greater London and the Home Counties. Young Ethnic Minority Members Suffer Disproportionately The new initiative is seeking to raise awareness and address gambling harm across […]