Industry
April 24, 2023
Ministers Should Not Water Down Forthcoming Gambling Reforms
In light of this forthcoming event, ministers were asked not to water down the contents of the White Paper or give gambling companies a break. Campaigners fear that the government may not go far enough in enforcing the necessary measures that would establish a ream of needed consumer-protection measures to protect vulnerable and at-risk groups […]
Industry
April 21, 2023
NHL Names Low6 Its Official Free-to-Play Gaming Provider
The National Hockey League (NHL) announced it has entered into a new partnership with sports gamification expert, Low6, to enhance fan experiences and popularize its product. Shared Values of Engagement and Innovation Under the collaboration, Low6 became an official free-to-play gaming provider of the NHL and its free-to-play games are seen as second-screen interactive experiences […]
Industry
April 21, 2023
Hard Rock Boss Paints Grim Picture About Future of Atlantic City
In January last year, New York launched its mobile sports betting market. Immediately the state set new records for betting handle, surpassing markets that had been operating for years. Then, the state sought to expand further the gambling options for residents and visitors, introducing a plan for three downstate casinos. Announced a few months ago, […]
Industry
April 21, 2023
GamCare: Layering Self-Exclusion Tools Prevents Harmful Gambling
GamCare published the results of a recent study, probing into the efficiency of multi-operator self-exclusion schemes. IPSOS specialists held follow-up interviews with 30 people who have signed up for these programs, asking them about their experiences. These interviews were taken almost three years after the baseline study, with 71% of the original cohort participating in […]
Industry
April 21, 2023
Funanga Expands to North America via Now Prepay Partnership
Funanga is a fast-growing, Berlin-based instant cash payment services provider, delivering convenient solutions for online payment providers. The company has been continuously expanding its global reach and earlier this week celebrated its launch in North America. The provider unveiled a new deal with Payment Source’s Now Prepay, effectively expanding its services to Canada. The launch […]
Industry
April 21, 2023
BGaming Supplies Betmexico with iGaming Content
BGaming, a fast-growing provider of iGaming content, has announced a new partnership with Betmexico.mx, a Mexican iGaming operator. Under the agreement, the latter company will onboard many of the supplier’s slot games. As per the deal, BGaming will leverage its market-leading portfolio, which encompasses over a hundred unique games, to power Betmexico with content. As […]
Industry
April 20, 2023
Kindbridge Appoints David Jacques Farahi as Executive Chairman
Kindbridge, the mental health care provider for distressed and disordered gamblers, announced the appointment of the former president of the Colorado Gaming Association, David Jacques Farahi, as executive chairman of the Board of Directors. Help Build State-Level Relationships The appointment of Farahi is expected to further Kindbridge’s expansion in the US by bringing his knowledge […]
Industry
April 20, 2023
Denmark Allocates Funds for Combating Gambling Harm
Denmark has a concerning gambling problem. The country, which has a population of 5.85 million, has a whopping 500,000 people suffering from gambling problems. This figure was reported by Rambøll last year, as commissioned by the Gambling Authority. The harm rates have more than doubled since 2016, sparking concerns about the future of the country. […]
Industry
April 20, 2023
OKTO Secures Approval for Wallet Solution in Germany
The digital payments solutions provider powering the leisure, entertainment and gaming sectors, OKTO, expanded its global footprint by securing approval in Germany. The innovative solutions provider unveiled Thursday it secured approval from the German Gaming Authority, Die Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), for its wallet solution. The approval marks a major step for the company […]
Industry
April 20, 2023
DGOJ to Provide Grants for Gambling Harm Research
The Spanish Ministry of Consumer Affairs has asked the Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego (DGOJ), a body that regulates gambling in the country, to launch a new grant initiative. The ministry asked the regulator to help fund organizations that deal with gambling harm. As a result, a €1.6m fund was created. The money will […]
