Industry
February 7, 2025
UK Gambling Commission Report Reveals High-Risk Gambling Types
Different gambling activities usually impact individuals differently with some being more likely to result in harm than others. In the UK, the impact of gambling on individuals is measured via the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI) which indicates if a certain gambler may be affected by harm. Gambling activities are also assigned to PGSI, which […]
Industry
February 7, 2025
UK: Conman Turned Tipster Argues with Bookmakers over Ban
A man described by law enforcement as a prolific conman who has been to jail on a couple of occasions due to fraud, recently posted a video on social media where he’s seen arguing with employees of bookmakers. That’s the case of Jason Haddigan, a man who in 2021 was charged with two counts of […]
Sports
February 6, 2025
Manchester City vs. Real Madrid 2025 Champions League Odds, Time, and Prediction
Manchester City vs. Real Madrid is a clash between two former champions. The Cityzens won the UCL two years ago; Los Blancos did it last year. Unfortunately for soccer fans, one of these two heavyweights will exit the 2025 Champions League after the first round of the knockout phase. Who will it be? It’s early […]
Industry
February 5, 2025
GAMSTOP Records Rise in Young Adults Seeking Self-Exclusion
GAMSTOP, the United Kingdom’s national self-exclusion scheme for online gambling, has published a new report on the people using its services. Concerningly, the service recorded a significant increase in young adults signing up for self-exclusion in H2 2024. GAMSTOP Published H2 2024 Data According to the platform, 2024 as a whole marked a record year, […]
Industry
February 5, 2025
App Used for Baby Monitoring Displays Ladbrokes Ads, Alarming Parents
Earlier this week, the UK Gambling Commission, the country’s gambling regulator, announced changes to deposit limits, as well as player fund protection. The move comes at a time when an overhaul of the gambling sector is ongoing and seeks to make the country’s laws fit for the digital age, ensuring the protection of consumers. Yet, […]
Industry
February 4, 2025
UKGC Unveils Changes to Deposit Limits, Fund Protection Transparency
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has confirmed new changes to deposit limits and player fund protection. The changes align with the 2023 white paper measures seeking to reform British gaming for the digital age. Players Will Have More Control over Their Limits According to the announcement, the new rules will provide players with more freedom […]
Industry
February 4, 2025
UK: Council Joins Coalition Proposing to End Gambling Ads
Changes to the gambling industry in the UK are imminent. Yet, responsible gambling advocates argue that the overhaul of the sector is long overdue, despite the recent third round of consultations on the Gambling Act white paper launched by the country’s gambling regulator, the Gambling Commission. For years, gambling charities, support and treatment organizations have […]
Industry
February 3, 2025
Sky Betting Ruling May Trigger Wider Effects on the Industry
Last month, we reported on High Court judge Rowena Collins Rice’s ruling that Sky Betting & Gaming (SBG) unlawfully processed a customer’s personal data to deliver targeted marketing materials over a long period. Based on the same ruling, campaigners are now calling on the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) and the Information Commissioner’s Office to investigate […]
Industry
January 31, 2025
UKGC Launches Third Round of White Paper Consultations
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) has launched a new consultation into safer gambling as Britain’s gaming reforms continue. The UK has been working hard to modernize its gambling laws but striking the right balance between fair regulation and player protection has proven a challenging task. The Third Round of Consultations Begins The Gambling Act […]
Lottery
January 31, 2025
$103M EuroMillions Ticket in UK Set to Expire
The EuroMillions lottery has issued a reminder that a person who holds a $103 million ( £83.4 million) ticket needs to claim it before it expires. The jackpot was won during a Friday drawing last week and a person has yet to step up to claim it. EuroMillions Winner Wanted – $103 Million on the Line […]
