Industry
January 25, 2022
Victoria, Australia Reconsiders Plan That Would Force Gambling to Bet Less
The government of Victoria, Australia, thought it was given a perfect solution to reduce problem gambling. Instead of putting the onus on casinos, which proved inept at managing the concept, it would place it on gamblers. While the idea initially gained a lot of support, it will now be scrapped, at least temporarily, according to […]
Industry
January 25, 2022
Macau Legislators Approve New Gambling Laws During First Reading
Macau is one step closer to updating its gambling laws. The Legislative Assembly met yesterday, overwhelmingly adopting a draft gaming legislation amendment bill. A legislative committee review and a second hearing are needed before the bill can become law. A New Macau to Emerge in 2022 The bill draft sets a limit of six gaming […]
Industry
January 25, 2022
Gambling Companies in Ireland Can Use Apple, Google Tools to Block Credit Cards
Apple and Google, often blamed for their alleged complacency in facilitating gambling companies, may have been siding with consumers all along. The companies provided Irish betting apps with a reliable method to filter credit card payments for the purposes of gambling, the Irish Independent wrote, but at least one firm has opted out of this […]
Industry
January 24, 2022
Voxbet Appointed Ian Marmion as Non-Executive Director
Voice-to-text betting software developer Voxbet announced today another key hire with the appointment of Ian Marmion as a non-executive director. Transform Sports Betting Experience through Technology New appointment Marmion will be focusing on Voxbet’s growth and strategic direction as the company is relying on its vision and technology to transform the user experience for sports […]
Industry
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 […]
Industry
January 24, 2022
APPG Report Accuses UKGC of Being Too Harsh on Gambling
The long-anticipated report by the all-party parliamentary group (APPG) on betting and gaming, a self-styled “go-between” the industry and policymakers, has presented some controversial findings. The document, which The Guardian saw as a draft, argues that the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has been too harsh on the industry. APPG Finds UKGC Has Been Too Harsh […]
Industry
January 24, 2022
European Lotteries Happy With Move by the European Parliament
The European Parliament (EP) has agreed to help negotiate the Digital Services Act (DSA) provisions in Europe. Part of the regulatory structure created could improve consumer protection and prevent illegal online gambling. This decision was welcomed by European Lotteries (EL) and could – eventually – lead to unified gaming laws. European Parliament Gets Behind the […]
Industry
January 24, 2022
Instant-Win Games in Focus of MPs Reviewing Gambling Laws
Britain is tussling with its gambling laws, looking to figure out a new way to regulate the industry to the benefit of consumers and arguably business. Achieving social sustainability has been a long-sought-after quest, with problem gambling levels falling but still persisting in the country. In a new bid to mitigate the social impact of […]
Industry
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 […]
Industry
January 21, 2022
Martin Bland Joined EPIC as Business Development Director
Independent gambling harm prevention consultancy EPIC Risk Management announced today a new addition to its ranks as Martin Bland joined the firm in the role of Director of Business Development. Deliver on EPIC’s Growth Strategy EPIC’s new director of business development Bland will be tasked with expanding the business that aims to protect individuals and […]