Industry
September 24, 2025
Australia’s Gambling Crisis Deepens as New Study Shows Rising Harm
Australia has long carried a reputation as one of the world’s heaviest gambling nations. New reports shed further light on the scale of gambling harm gripping the nation, revealing that addiction numbers are rising despite the government’s efforts. The data have prompted health professionals to push for further reforms as the societal costs of problem […]
Legal
September 23, 2025
NCPG to Appeal Decision Requiring it to Relinquish Control of the 1-800-GAMBLER Helpline
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has released a statement related to Monday’s National Problem Gambling Helpline court ruling. NCPG Loses Control of the National Problem Gambling Helpline On Monday, the NCPG suffered what could turn out to be a huge loss for both the organization and all struggling gamblers in America. Despite the […]
Industry
September 22, 2025
SBS Makes History by Allowing Players to Block Gambling Ads
SBS, an Australian hybrid-funded public service broadcaster, has made history by becoming the first broadcaster in the world to allow viewers to block gambling ads. SBS Becomes the First Broadcaster to Allow Users to Block Certain Ads As part of its Environmental & Social Governance strategy, SBS introduced options for customers to personalize the ads […]
Industry
September 18, 2025
EGBA Asks Delegates to OK Landmark European Safer Gambling Standard
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has encouraged the adoption of a landmark European standard on markets of harm in online gambling. The initiative seeks to align Europe’s safer gambling efforts and prevent more gambling-related harm. EGBA Seeks to Create List of Universal Harm Markers In its latest announcement, the EGBA said that it […]
Industry
September 17, 2025
ASA Bans Midnite AI-Generated Soccer Ad for Violating Child Protection Regulations
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), which is the UK’s advertising watchdog, has banned an AI-generated video advertisement by gambling operator Midnite, ruling that it featured a soccer player who has a strong appeal to under-18s. What’s the Issue and ASA’s Ruling? On May 25, 2025, Midnite’s X page shared an AI-generated video featuring a fictional […]
Sports
September 17, 2025
Missouri Is Bracing for Sports Gambling – And Addiction
Missouri is set to become the latest state to launch legalized online sports gambling, with 10 licenses awarded, and companies such as Bet365, BetMGM, DraftKings, Fanatics, and others lining up at the doors. Missouri’s Problem Gambling Must Be Addressed in Wake of Launch Now, however, not everyone is excited about the launch per se, as […]
Casino
September 17, 2025
Denmark Takes Harder Look at Gambling Regulation as 500K People Need Help
The Minister for Taxation of Denmark, Rasmus Stoklund, has urged for further action in regulating the gambling industry. Stoklund expressed concerns over the number of players who may be needing help in the country, with some 500,000 people experiencing some form of gambling-related harm, and 60,000 people self-registering at the national self-exclusion program. Gamblers in […]
Casino
September 17, 2025
New Jersey Takes Steps Toward Tougher Responsible Gambling Rules
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) has put forward a plan that could transform how online casinos and sportsbooks in the state manage responsible gambling. The proposed regulations released in the New Jersey Register this week, aim to replace voluntary guidelines with a set of mandatory requirements. Planned Rules Would Make Online Companies […]
Industry
September 16, 2025
South Korea Reports Disconcerting Increase in Adolescent Gambling Harm
South Korea is experiencing serious issues with youth gambling as cases of addiction among adolescents have spiked, leading to astronomical medical costs. South Korea’s Gripes with Adolescent Gambling Increase According to data by the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service, cases of gambling addiction among adolescents have increased dramatically, soaring from 64 in 2022 to […]
Casino
September 16, 2025
Prison Time for Former Washington State Employee Who Embezzled $900K
Several days ago, a former Washington State employee, Matthew Randall Ping, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for wire fraud after stealing nearly $900,000 from the government. Money Lost, Trust Shaken Ping pleaded guilty to wire fraud and to submitting a false tax return. US District Judge Tiffany M. Cartwright had this to say […]
