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April 28, 2022
Better Collective Hires Capital Market Expert Mikkel Munch-Jacorbsgaard
Sports media group dedicated to developing educational platforms for the online casino gaming industry Better Collective continued to build on its team of executives with the appointment of Mikkel Munch-Jacobsgaard as Director of Investor Relations. Experience in International Capital Markets The appointment of Mikkel Munch-Jacobsgaard as Better Collective’s new Director of Investor Relations effective from […]
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April 28, 2022
Evolution Registered 50% Profit Growth in First Quarter 2022
Gambling technology supplier Evolution AB released its first quarter interim report today posting strong growth across all key metrics supported by its Live Casino segment. Strong Financial Metrics For the first three months ended March 31, 2022, Evolution accounted for operating revenues of €326.8 million ($342.3 million), an increase of 38.6% to €235.8 million ($247.6 […]
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April 28, 2022
Pokies’ Public Impact Revived Green Party’s Phase-Out Plan
A report on the state of gambling in New South Wales (NSW) is bringing back the Green Party’s plan to oust pokies out of pubs and clubs and raising serious concerns about the harm pokies do to the individual, families, communities, and society. Pokies Reform Long Overdue Arguing that in Australia “slot machines are everywhere” […]
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April 28, 2022
EGBA Urges for Common Framework for Problem Gambling Screening in Europe
There are significant differences in the way countries around Europe report and monitor problem gambling, says a new pan-European study. EGBA Unveils Results of a New Study on Problem Gambling Screening Tools The Brussels-based trade association representing the regulated and licensed gaming and betting operators in Europe, European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA), released details […]
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April 27, 2022
GambleAware Demands for Mandatory Levy on Gross Gambling Yield
GambleAware, a UK-based independent charity that provides prevention and treatment services throughout England, Scotland, and Wales, has demanded the British government introduce a mandatory levy of one percent on gross gambling yield (GGY) in order to fund research, education, and treatment of problem gambling. According to the charity organization, the risk of people who experience […]
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April 27, 2022
IGT Completes G4 Grand Slam Responsible Gaming Certifications
Supplier of gambling and lottery technology International Game Technology (IGT) became the first US gaming industry supplier to receive accreditation for its sports betting operations from the Global Gambling Guidance Group (G4), the tech company announced this week. ‘Leading the Industry with Responsible Gaming Initiatives’ The accreditation granted for IGT’s sports betting operations by G4 […]
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April 27, 2022
Kambi’s Revenues Declined by 15% in Q1 But Nylén Remains Unfazed
Kambi Group, a business-to-business provider of sports betting services, has seen a steep decline in its revenues during the first quarter of 2022. Kambi Group Revenues Were Hit by DraftKings’ Migration According to the company’s official figures, the revenues for Q1 of 2022 were 15% lower than those in Q1 of 2021. The first three […]
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April 27, 2022
Gambling Activities Yet to Surpass Pre-pandemic Levels, UKGC Report
Details from new research, published by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), reveal that participation in gambling activities in the country is yet to reach the pre-pandemic levels. GC Releases Report about the Gambling Activities in the UK The survey was conducted by Yonder Consulting. The participants included adults aged 16 and over that are interviewed […]
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April 27, 2022
UKAT Sees Increase in Gambling by UK Youths Aged 16-26
A new analysis by the UK Addiction Treatment Group (UKAT) has taken a look into publicly available UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) data to establish the rate of participation in online gambling by Britons. According to the organization, there have been several worrying trends, including the increased participation in gambling by individuals aged 16 to 24. […]
Industry
April 27, 2022
Bally’s and Cleveland Browns Reveal Sports Betting Partnership
Bally’s Interactive and Cleveland Browns have struck a new partnership that puts the gaming giant in the position of an official sports betting collaborator. The tie-up between Bally’s and the NFL franchise will focus on a number of operations, including a new mobile sportsbook as well as a dedicated VIP lounge. On-site and Mobile Betting […]