Legal
December 4, 2023
Richard Desmond Challenges UKGC’s Selection of Allwyn as The National Lottery Operator
The UK Gambling Commission’s (UKGC) decision to crown Allwyn as the successor of The National Lottery has once again been challenged. While Camelot retracted its claims and eventually joined Allwyn, another challenger has now appeared. The new dispute comes from Richard Desmond, a British businessman and media mogul. Desmond will seek damages from the UKGC […]
Industry
December 1, 2023
The BMJ Survey Implies Links Between Social Media Use and Youth Gambling
A recent study by The British Medical Journal (BMJ) highlights the dangers social media presents to young people’s health. This, according to the experts, includes higher chances of participation in gambling and, by extension, higher risks of gambling harm. Dubbed Social media use and health risk behaviors in young people: systematic review and meta-analysis, the […]
Industry
December 1, 2023
UK Gambling Industry Records Historic Revenues amidst Online Slots Surge
The UK’s betting and gaming industry has achieved record-breaking revenues, surpassing £15.1 billion ($19.11 billion) in the year ending March 2023. The latest data released by the Gambling Commission (UKGC) on Thursday reveals that the gambling products associated with the highest addiction risk drove most of this growth, prompting renewed discussions on the best ways […]
Sports
December 1, 2023
Petition Against Affordability Checks in the UK Surpasses 100,000 Signatures
The racing community has rallied against the proposed implementation of betting affordability checks, with a petition garnering over 100,000 signatures. Jockey Club CEO Launches Petition Against Intrusive Financial Regulations in Racing Industry The petition, initiated by Jockey Club chief executive Nevin Truesdale, highlights fears that intrusive financial risk regulations could push punters toward unlicensed bookmakers. […]
Industry
November 30, 2023
Londoners Call for Ban on Gambling Ads within Public Transport
Aggressive advertising strategies employed by online and mobile app gambling services have raised significant concerns regarding youth exposure and gambling harm. London Mayor Sadiq Khan faces mounting pressure to fulfill his pledge to ban gambling companies from using the Transport for London (TfL) network to post harmful marketing materials. Khan’s Election Pledge Remains Unfulfilled A […]
Industry
November 30, 2023
Jelly Secures New Licenses from the UKGC and MGA
Jelly Entertainment, an independent, industry-recognized real-money game developer, announced that its proprietary platform has secured regulatory approval in two new markets. According to the company, its business now boasts new licenses in the United Kingdom and Malta. The company noted that the United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) provided it with a game host license. In […]
Industry
November 29, 2023
PayPlan Joins Forces with GambleAware to Combat Stigma around Problem Gambling
GambleAware’s newest initiative seeks to dismantle the prevailing stigma around problem gambling by urging individuals affected to break their silence and speak openly about their struggles. PayPlan’s support will significantly bolster the leading charity’s efforts, raising awareness and lending its knowledge on problem gambling. Stigma Can Harm Addiction Recovery GambleAware’s research highlighted the societal perception […]
Industry
November 29, 2023
UK MP Criticizes Gambling Commission, Receives Donations from Industry
Last week, Craig Whittaker, a Tory MP, criticized the gambling regulator in the UK, the Gambling Commission, in an op-ed piece for the Conservative Home. At the time, he touched upon the ongoing gambling reform in the country, criticizing the proposed affordability checks, deeming them “invasive for customers.” Moreover, Whittaker warned that the intrusive changes […]
Sports
November 29, 2023
Chelsea vs. Brighton 2023-24 Premier League Odds, Time, and Prediction
Brighton are coming to London after four Premier League games with zero losses. The Seagulls are taking on Chelsea, whose form isn’t too impressive, but the Blues have put on some really great performances lately (e.g., a 4-4 draw with Man City, a 4-1 win over Tottenham, etc.). Judging by the Chelsea vs. Brighton EPL […]
Industry
November 28, 2023
Recovering Gambling Addict Seeks to Help Others through TikTok
Chris Spindler, a former gambling addict also known as nobetchris, has opened up about his experience on TikTok, seeking to help others who might struggle with problem gambling. The 26-year-old hopes to provide some relief to players going through what he personally experienced and encourage them to not give up on recovery. Spindler started gambling […]
