Industry
November 6, 2023
Microgaming Continues to Champion Safer Gambling by Backing Charities
Microgaming, a provider of “legendary online gaming platforms, systems and services,” has demonstrated its support for responsible gambling by backing a number of safer gaming charities. Microgaming is currently working with organizations such as YGAM, Gordon Moody, Beacon Counselling Trust, Betknowmore UK and Motiv8. The supplier continues to provide such organizations with crucial financial support, […]
Industry
November 3, 2023
Petition Wants the UK to Abandon Its Affordability Checks Plans
A new petition in the UK seeks to oppose the government’s planned implementation of financial checks. The controversial measure, outlined in the white paper, would see the government conduct affordability assessments on people who lose certain sums of money to gambling. The proposed measure would force operators to conduct checks on anyone who loses more […]
Industry
November 3, 2023
UKGC Boss Highlights Importance of Cooperation Between Regulators
Amid the expansion of online gambling and the continuous evolution of the sector, robust and effective regulations that ensure a safe, secure and fair service for the consumers remain a strategic priority. In general, regulations when it comes to retail or iGaming activities vary from one country to another. While some countries across Europe have […]
Industry
November 1, 2023
Betfred Tweets with Anthony Joshua Under Fire by the ASA
Last year, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), the regulator in charge of advertising across the United Kingdom, strengthened its rules for gambling advertising. Announcing the new stringent measures sought to reduce the possibility of advertisements of gambling products to appeal to underage individuals. At the same time, gambling licensees must adhere to the established rules, […]
Business
October 31, 2023
TrueLayer and William Hill Team Up for Instant Payment Solutions
In a strategic move to enhance its customer experience, William Hill, one of the UK’s leading gaming operators, has partnered with TrueLayer, a payments technology provider. This mutually beneficial agreement will significantly bolster TrueLayer’s market presence, allowing it to stand out amidst harsh competition. Meanwhile, William Hill will benefit from instant bank payment capabilities, improving […]
Industry
October 31, 2023
UKGC Welcomes Seven New Commissioners
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) has welcomed seven new commissioners. Commencing September 11, 2023, these new appointees bring varied skill sets to the British regulator’s team. According to the announcement, Charles Counsell, Helen Dodds, Sheree Howard and Claudia Mortimore will serve 5-year terms, while Lloydette Bai-Marrow, Helen Philips and David Rossington have been appointed […]
Sports
October 30, 2023
Newcastle United Set to Strengthen Gambling Education on Team Level
The club has used the most recent scandal to pivot towards strengthening its gambling education on a team level and help players better understand the pitfalls of gambling, as is Tonali’s case. Don’t Punish as an Example, Educate as an Example Apart from the ten-month ban, Tonali will also have to go through an eight-month […]
Industry
October 27, 2023
Ex-Grosvenor Casino Employee Murders Colleague and Fiancée
A young man from Italy who was living in the United Kingdom and killed two of his friends was recently sentenced. The chilling crime that saw 22-year-old Andrea Cardinale kill two of his friends by bludgeoning them to death dates back to December last year. The culprit and his 26-year-old friend with the initials A.C. […]
Industry
October 26, 2023
X Factor Winner Stephenson Opens Up about Past Gambling Problems
X Factor winner Myles Stephenson opened up about the gambling problems he experienced in his early youth. In an interview with BBC, the musician reminisced about this dark period of his life, sharing insights into how he got hooked on gambling. For reference, Stephenson is a part of the Rak-Su R&B group, which won the […]
Casino
October 26, 2023
Crockfords Casino Shuts Down after Almost Two Centuries in Business
Great Britain has parted ways with its oldest casino. The old property, unfortunately, had to close its doors, citing lack of custom as the reason. At almost two centuries old, the Crockfords casino boasted being the oldest one in the country. Originally founded in 1828 by William Crockford, a working-class fishmonger, the casino was, for […]
