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 […]
Casino
October 23, 2023
Lottoland Study Unveils Brits Fear Casinos Due to Lack of Game Skills
A recent study, commissioned by Lottoland.co.uk, has revealed that a significant portion of British adults have dabbled in gambling at some point in their lives, yet nearly half of them have never played popular card games like poker or blackjack. 29% of Brits Cite Knowledge Gaps, Study Finds The study, conducted on 2,000 adults, uncovered […]
Legal
October 19, 2023
UK: Student Attempts to Steal $30K from Grosvenor Casino
In the digital age, crimes and fraud are increasingly more difficult to complete than one might think. The digital footprint of transactions and surveillance in casinos along with increased measures for security such as AI and proactive monitoring, help protect such venues from criminal activities, including robbery, money-laundering or other criminal acts. Despite the innovative […]
