Problem gambling
DC criticized after problem gambling funding stripped from 2024 budget
Washington DC authorities have stripped problem gambling services funding from the proposed budget for 2024 despite an obligation to dedicate betting industry revenue towards addiction…
New Jersey DGE unveils customer data initiative to tackle problem gambling
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) has unveiled a new “cutting-edge” responsible gambling initiative that will use customer data collected by online operators…
New York problem gambling education bill passes Senate
The New York State Senate have passed a bill that requires the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services to create a problem gambling education…
IGT re-certifies online and land-based divisions’ RG processes
International Game Technology (IGT)’s land-based IGT Gaming and online PlayDigital arms have both received recertification from the Global Gambling Guidance Group (G4). With ITG Gaming…
GeoComply launches multi-state self-exclusion tool
Location verification specalist GeoComply has announced the launch of PlayPause, a solution that allows players to self-exclude from gambling across multiple states. The tool, which…
AGA marketing code for betting comes into effect
The American Gaming Association (AGA)’s has introduced a new code of conduct to prevent irresponsible advertising by its members for their sportsbook products. The code,…
Gamban appoints Bechtold to advisory board
Gambling blocking software Gamban has appointed Jody Bechtold, chief executive of Pittsburgh-based counselling, coaching and consulting practice The Better Institute, as the latest member of…
Anti-gambling charity calls for 30-day lottery suspension
Anti-gambling charity Stop Predatory Gambling has sent a letter to officials in all states with lotteries, calling on the states to stop lottery sales for…
NCPG issues guidelines to payment providers
The National Council on Problem Gambling has issued new guidelines to payment providers, reminding them that they can play a “critical role” in reducing gambling-related…
Responsible Gambling Collaborative launches new effectiveness principles
The Responsible Gambling Collaborative (RGC) – an umbrella organisation dedicated to responsible gambling and the prevention of problem gambling – has announced new effectiveness principles…