Industry
July 25, 2025
UKGC Highlights the Importance of GSGB Despite Its Flaws, Vows Improvements
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has issued a formal response to concerns over the accuracy of its Gambling Survey for Great Britain (GSGB). While the commission acknowledged that there is room for improvement, it defended the survey due to the importance of understanding gambling harm. OSR Said That More Work Is Needed The UKGC responded […]
Industry
July 24, 2025
Poll Reveals the Surprising Toll of Sports Betting on Americans’ Wallets and Well-Being
A new nationwide poll by US News & World Report paints a concerning picture of sports betting’s grip on the American public, revealing the financial and emotional burdens plaguing a significant portion of gamblers. The disjointed nature of US state-level regulations means that there is no easy solution to these pressing issues, particularly as gambling […]
Industry
July 3, 2025
ESRI Study Says Free Bets Increase Risk of Harmful Gambling Behavior
According to a new study by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI), offering free bets encourages gamblers to spend more money, suffer greater losses, and make poor decisions. ESRI Study Finds Correlation Between Free Bets and Harmful Gambling Behavior Funded by the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland, which was established earlier this year, the ESRI […]
Industry
June 27, 2025
Macquarie: Online Gaming and Betting Stocks to Flourish Despite the Headwinds
iGaming stocks are rising incredibly fast, with many experiencing much faster growth than some of America’s top stocks. According to analysts, this rise is poised to continue despite certain regulatory headwinds in the US. Online Gaming Stocks on the Rise According to Chad Benyon, an analyst for Macquarie Equity Research, iGaming stocks are rising roughly […]
Industry
June 25, 2025
Study Finds 5% of Non-Profit Domains Are Associated with Gambling
A recent study has suggested that as many as 5% of all non-profit organizations and entity domains could be associated with gambling. This could lead to a decline in public trust in domains such as .ngo and .ong. A Concerning Number of Domains Seem Related to Gaming The research in question was conducted by Jim […]
Industry
June 23, 2025
Survey in Thailand Shows Decreased Opposition to Casinos
According to a recent survey by the Thailand National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA), fewer Thais are opposing the idea of casino resorts in the country, despite the majority still being against. Public Resistance to Casinos Remains Strong Despite but Lower than Before The survey, carried out between June 16 and 18, 2025, gathered responses […]
Industry
June 19, 2025
Up to 41% of Low-Income South Africans Gamble to Pay Bills
Experts in South Africa are sounding the alarm, saying that many low-income people, as much as 41% of them, turn to gambling in an effort to pay bills and rent. They suggest a combination of stricter rules and educating the public in order to stop the concerning trend. A Large Portion of South Africans Are […]
Industry
June 16, 2025
CFG Study Raises Concerns about US Offshore Gambling
The Campaign for Fairer Gambling (CFG) has published a new report made with the help of market intelligence platform Yield Sec. The report highlights a surge in consumer losses in states that legalize online gambling without adequately addressing the unlicensed market. Campaign for Fairer Gambling Shares Concerning Findings According to the report, consumer harm increases […]
Industry
June 11, 2025
Optimove Study Outlines Greece as a Leading European Gambling Jurisdiction
The May 2025 Europe Gaming Pulse Report from Optimove underscores the ongoing gambling market shifts in several leading European markets. The study’s findings reveal substantial discrepancies in player activity in Greece, Spain, Italy, and the UK. Such varied results are likely due to regulatory differences and diverse player preferences, presenting significant challenges for operators in […]
Industry
April 29, 2025
WalletHub: New York Surpasses Nevada in Terms of Gambling Crime
New York has surpassed Nevada in terms of gambling arrests in 2023, according to a new report by WalletHub. The famous credit score app also published its latest gambling addiction figures for the USA, highlighting the most addicted states. New York Gambling Crime Cases Exceed Those in Nevada While New York legalized sports betting only […]
