Industry
June 28, 2023
EGEH Continues Efforts to Protect the UK Youth from Gambling Harm
The English Gambling Education Hub (EGEH), published its first Insights Report in the wake of its first networking event dedicated to the dangers of gambling harm to young people. The original event was held in March and attracted many experts in the fields of health, education, voluntary local authority. The hub, which encompasses GambleAware-funded organizations, […]
Sports
June 28, 2023
W88 Becomes Burnley Football Club’s Official Shirt Sponsor
According to the deal, W88’s logo will feature on the front of shirts and other key locations. The two companies will continue to unite football and sports betting fans, bringing mutual benefits. However, the sponsorship also highlights rising concerns regarding gambling addiction as problem gaming rates increase among fans and athletes. The Partnership Relies on […]
Sports
June 28, 2023
Flutter Celebrates 22 Million Bets Placed at Royal Ascot Event
Such an impressive number of wagers highlights the growing popularity of online betting and the continued enthusiasm of bettors for high-profile horse racing events. The Royal Ascot’s prestigious reputation and storied history contribute to its enduring popularity, helping it appeal to a global audience. Flutter donated a significant sum to charity, highlighting the company’s commitment […]
Sports
June 28, 2023
Fulham FC Selects SBOTOP as Front-of-Shirt Partner
Fulham Football Club, a professional English soccer club, has unveiled a monumental deal with the global betting brand SBOTOP. This is a record shirt sponsorship deal for the operator, whose logo will appear on the front of the jerseys of Fulham FC players. The gambling brand will serve as the principal partner of the club […]
Business
June 28, 2023
Slotmill Goes Live in the UK as Pariplay Ignite Partner
The global iGaming aggregator and a subsidiary of NeoGames S.A, Pariplay, announced that one of its Ignite partners, Slotmill, will expand to in the UK. Confirmation about the announcement came Tuesday and the launch of Slotmill in the UK marks its debut for the country. In addition to the UK market, Pariplay confirmed that its […]
Industry
June 27, 2023
UK Government Invites New Input on Gambling White Paper
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) select committee has taken a significant step toward shaping the future of gambling regulations in the country by inviting public reactions to the recently released white paper. In a new call for evidence, the committee seeks to gather insights, opinions, and feedback from various interested parties, including […]
Industry
June 27, 2023
GamCare Supports Raising Awareness for Bank Gambling Blocks
Self-exclusion from gambling is one way for people affected by problem gambling or at-risk gambling to limit their access to such activities. While self-exclusion options can help people who are struggling with gambling, bank gambling payment blocks can also have a positive impact on that process. This is because such payment blocks can reduce the […]
Industry
June 26, 2023
LGBTQ+ Communities Are at Higher Risk of Problem Gambling, Says Study
The award-winning charity that is committed to preventing young people and children from experiencing gambling harm by raising awareness and providing education, YGAM, released details regarding a new study that probed into the effect of gambling and gambling harm on LGBTQ+ communities. Dr Bush-Evans, a Lecturer in Psychology and a member of the Gambling Research […]
Sports
June 23, 2023
Genius Sports to Continue Exclusive UK Football Data Collection
Sports data, content and technology firm, Genius Sports, announced an extension of its existing official data partnership with the data rights holder of UK football, Football DataCo. Keeping UK Football Data Exclusivity The terms of the agreement with Football DataCo will allow Genius Sports to continue serving as the exclusive official supplier of low-latency live […]
Sports
June 23, 2023
Aston Villa Faces Criticism over BK8 Sponsorship Deal
Earlier this year, ahead of the release of the White Paper of the Gambling Act in the UK, soccer clubs in the country showed support for a voluntary ban on front-of-shirt gambling sponsorships. While the White Paper was released recently, major clubs in the country had already agreed to go through a transition period over […]
