Industry
February 6, 2026
DoD Receives Funding for Research on Gambling Addiction in the Military
Under the Defense Appropriations Act signed into law on Tuesday, the US Department of Defense will receive $370 million for its Peer-Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP), which supports medical research projects with demonstrated scientific rigor and direct relevance to military health. A large part of that sum will be used to study gambling addiction in […]
Industry
February 6, 2026
Hundreds of Medical Experts Call for Action on Gambling Addiction
The rise of sports betting and online gambling has led to a notable surge in addiction rates among populations all over the globe. Now, a body of 300+ health experts has launched an evidence-based appeal to have national governments, regulators, and international bodies address what they see as a pandemic. Health and Addiction Experts from […]
Industry
January 30, 2026
Study Explores How Adolescent Boys Are Being Tricked into Gambling
A new study named “Betting on Boys: Understanding Gambling Among Adolescent Boys” reveals how gambling has become common among adolescent boys, showing that more than a third of boys gamble before they turn 18. Study Explores the Ways Boys Are Lured into Gambling Conducted by Common Sense Media, the report is the second one in […]
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January 30, 2026
Kindbridge & Axis Integrated Mental Health to Bolster Gambling Addiction Treatment in CO
Kindbridge Behavioral Health, a Denver-based mental health service provider dedicated to supporting people with problem gambling, announced a new partnership with Axis Integrated Mental Health, one of Colorado’s top mental health clinics. The tie-up is set to expand access to problem gambling treatment in the Centennial State. The Deal Will Create a Clear Pathway for […]
Industry
January 30, 2026
NCPG Launches New National Gambling Support Line
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has started using a new nationwide helpline number, 1-800-MY-RESET, to make support for gambling-related problems easier to access and remember. People across the United States can now call this number at any time to get professional help with gambling issues. Updated National Gambling Helpline Aims to Break Barriers […]
Industry
January 27, 2026
Irish Study Links Childhood Gambling to Adult Addiction
An increasing body of evidence shows that initial gambling experiences may leave lasting marks throughout a person’s life. A new Irish study shows that children who experience gambling face higher chances of developing gambling addiction problems later in life. These results are increasingly concerning, given the increasing exposure of children to gambling content. Early Exposure […]
Industry
January 26, 2026
Not a Matter of Willpower: Gambling Disorder Tied to Brain Changes
A new doctoral study sheds light on what happens in the brains of people with gambling disorder, showing that the condition is tied to the very circuits that control self-control, decision-making, and reward. In other words, it’s not just a matter of willpower. Disrupted Connections in the Brain The research, by Albert Bellmunt Gil of […]
Industry
January 26, 2026
Nebraska Considers Changes to Gambling Addiction Program as Funding Shrinks
Nebraska might soon change how it deals with gambling addiction. This shift links to Governor Jim Pillen’s budget plan. The proposal aims to get rid of the Nebraska Commission on Problem Gambling. Its duties would then move to the state’s Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Nebraska Plans Major Reduction in Gambling Treatment Budget […]
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January 22, 2026
Brain Implant Study in China Linked to Rise in Gambling Addiction
A medical test in China examining brain implants as a way to treat opioid addiction has come under fire after multiple participants reported big changes in how they act, with uncontrollable gambling showing up as one of the most harmful results. Patients Report Gambling Addiction After China’s Brain Stimulation Trial The nationwide experiment conducted from […]
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January 16, 2026
ICRG Heads to ICE Barcelona 2026, Set to Champion RG
The International Center for Responsible Gaming will be attending the upcoming ICE Barcelona 2026 exhibition and will participate in the Innovations Challenge due to take place on January 20 at 10:15 CET, CDC Gaming originally reported. Confirming the news on Thursday, ICRG has been shortlisted and selected as a finalist from more than 50 submissions, […]
