Industry
December 11, 2024
Betfair Ad Gets Green Light by ASA Despite Underage Audience Worries
A radio advertisement by Betfair in the UK was under scrutiny by the country’s regulator of advertising, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). ASA Probes Radio Ad by Betfair The regulatory probe follows a complaint filed against an advertisement of the popular betting and gaming brand which aired via Radio X on September 3, 2024. The […]
Industry
December 11, 2024
Interministerial Work Group to Tackle Gambling Harm in Brazil
Ahead of the launch of its regulated online betting and gambling market planned at the start of next year, Brazil announced the formation of a new working group that will help tackle addiction, focus on preventing gambling harm and decrease problem gambling. Work Group to Help Combat Problem Gambling On Monday, the government confirmed that […]
Sports
December 11, 2024
New Zealand to Stop Greyhound Racing by 2026 Due to Animal Safety Issues
New Zealand plans to end greyhound racing by August 2026 pointing to ongoing safety problems for the animals. This choice comes after years of pushback and several probes that showed many dogs got hurt or died in races, and some breeders did not treat them well. Deputy PM Peters Calls for End to Greyhound Racing […]
Industry
December 11, 2024
Ireland’s ASA and GRAI Team up to Ensure Fair Gambling Ads
The Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland (ASA) has unveiled a partnership with the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI). Under the deal, the GRAI, which will be responsible for licensing and regulatory matters concerning the gambling industry, will streamline the process of complaints about gambling ads. ASA and GRAI Want to Ensure Transparent and Fair […]
Industry
December 11, 2024
Schpell Loses Appeal in Norwegian Gambling Ad Case
Norway currently enforces tough restrictions when it comes to gambling marketing. With gambling ads prohibited, the country’s regulator, the Norwegian Gambling Authority (NGA), constantly monitors for potential violations and takes appropriate action. In one such recent case, a gambling operator lost its appeal with the country’s Lottery Appeals Board. The case in question revolves around […]
Business
December 10, 2024
Underdog’s Peer-to-Peer Shift Enabled Business Growth
Underdog Fantasy, a leading daily fantasy sports (DFS) operator, has deviated from its original operating model in several states in an attempt to expand its business while remaining compliant with local regulations. As a result, it now operates player-versus-house DFS in half of its US markets and peer-to-peer in the rest. The Company Went Peer-to-Peer […]
Industry
December 10, 2024
Pizza Hut Slammed for “Free Spins” Campaign
Pizza Hut has faced backlash over a recent promotion that linked pizza orders to offers of “free spins” at online casinos. The controversial campaign was part of a partnership between Pizza Hut and Free Spins Loops, a brand managed by Digital Adventures. The latter operates under Quantum International Holdings. Digital Adventures attributed the incident to […]
Industry
December 10, 2024
New Jersey’s DGE Imposes Fines Against William Hill, Amelco
Late last month, two betting operators in New Jersey received monetary penalties from the state’s gambling regulator, the Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE), due to alleged breaches of the established gambling regulations. William Hill Hit With $20K Civil Penalty The first fine was a $20,000 civil penalty against William Hill, and it is related to […]
Industry
December 10, 2024
Sweepstakes Continue to Expand amid Intensifying Oversight
For several years, sweepstakes casinos have continued to capture the attention of players across the United States. While online gambling such as slots or other casino games is available only in seven US states, sweepstakes are widely spread across the country with the prime reason being the lack of regulation. Operating in a grey area, […]
Industry
December 9, 2024
US Virgin Islands Take Pivotal Step in Gambling Harm Prevention
The US Virgin Islands has made substantial strides toward addressing gambling-related harm after a new memorandum of understanding between the V.I. Casino Control Commission (VICCC) and the V.I. Health Department (VIDOH). An official ceremony at the VICCC office in Orange Grove, St. Croix, marked the beginning of a collaborative effort to tackle problem gambling in […]
