Sports
June 21, 2023
Rules Oversight Allows Former Industry Insiders to Bet on NFL Games
The National Football League (NFL) has long emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of its games and upholding fair play. The league has implemented rigorous policies to prevent potential conflicts of interest, forbidding most associated individuals from wagering on games. However, recent scandals and a newly discovered rules loophole may damage the NFL’s long-standing […]
Legal
June 16, 2023
Lawmakers in PA Concerned about Private PGCB Meeting with Lobbyists
Skill games are a popular form of entertainment in Pennsylvania. The games, although not legal, are also not considered illegal because of their mechanics that involve “skill” rather than chance like gambling games. Given that there are no specific laws that regulate skill games, they continue to operate, despite some pushback from lawmakers and authorities. […]
Legal
June 14, 2023
ASA Rules in Favor of bet365 after Youth Advertising Allegations
The authority’s decision comes amidst growing concerns about the potential influence of gambling advertisements on vulnerable individuals, particularly the country’s youth. Despite bet365’s recent controversies, the ASA found the operator innocent this time, noting that boxing primarily appealed to mature audiences and Eubank Jr.’s followers largely consisted of individuals over 18. The Operator Did Nothing […]
Industry
June 14, 2023
Gambling Related Harm APPG Launches an Inquiry into the White Paper
The Gambling Related Harm All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) has unveiled an inquiry into the UK’s white paper. Its goal is to see if the government has the right ideas and ability to implement the measures in a timely manner. As announced by the group, the inquiry seeks to assess and analyze the white paper measures […]
Legal
June 14, 2023
Court Rules that VictoryLand Can No Longer Offer Electronic Bingo Machines
The VictoryLand Casino in Shorter, Alabama, will no longer be able to offer electronic bingo machines to its customers. This decision was made by a Macon Country judge, who ruled that the terminals violate local laws. This Monday, at the conclusion of the court case, Macon County Circuit Court Judge Steven Perryman ruled that VictoryLand […]
Industry
June 14, 2023
New Zealand Lawmakers Consider Tough Rules for Pokies
Similar to Australia, poker machines, also popular as pokies, are available in New Zealand. Such gambling devices are positioned within bars, pubs or other establishments authorized to have them. But while licensed gambling operators pay their taxes and contribute to good causes, fears about problem gambling raise concerns. Recently, the Stuff told the story of […]
Industry
June 14, 2023
Spelinspektionen Expands Management Team with Kristina Geiger
The Spelinspektionen, Sweden’s gambling regulator, has announced a new addition to its team. As reported by the inspectorate, it will welcome the experienced Kristina Geiger as the head of its department for operational support. In her new position, Geiger will be a part of the Spelinspektionen’s management team. She will leverage her experience in management […]
Industry
June 13, 2023
ANJ and BGC to Work Together to Make Gambling Safer
France and Belgium’s regulators have signed a new cooperation protocol that will see them share information and coordinate their regulatory activities. The authorities hope that this new alliance will help them promote safer gambling across the two countries. As outlined in the document, l’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) and the Belgian Gambling Commission (BGC) will […]
Sports
June 13, 2023
NFL Seeks to Prevent Gambling Violations and Strengthen Education
Being a professional athlete usually means giving up on many betting opportunities. However, sports players are sometimes tempted to break the rules or are unaware of them, resulting in various violations. Because of that, the National Football League (NFL) seeks to better communicate its policies to the players. Following a string of violations, with one […]
Lottery
June 12, 2023
UK Charities Speak Out against Outdated Fundraising Restrictions
The People’s Postcode Lottery and leading UK charities presented a united front ahead of an upcoming meeting with government representatives, urging officials to remove the £50 million ticket sale limit, freeing significant fundraising potential. The extra funding would help charities navigate rising financial challenges, enabling them to answer the increased demand for their services. Existing […]
