Listening is First Step in Treating Gambling Disorders Summary Dr. Jim Whelan, a professor and executive director at the Tennessee Institute for Gambling Education and Research, emphasises the importance of listening when treating gambling disorders. He engages patients by understanding their gambling history and behaviours, which varies from person to person. With March designated as […]
“`html Brazil’s Parliamentary Inquiry into Match Fixing and Betting Approves Final Report After nearly a year of investigation, Brazil’s Parliamentary Inquiry Commission (CPI) on the Manipulation of Sports Games and Betting has approved its final report. The report includes significant recommendations aimed at improving legislation to tackle match-fixing and betting fraud in the country. Key […]
“`html State of Rio de Janeiro looks to ban advertising The Legislative Assembly of Rio de Janeiro has initiated discussions on a bill aiming to prohibit advertising and sponsorship from sports betting companies within the state. Authored by Deputy Rodrigo Amorim, the bill addresses concerns over excessive betting and its detrimental effects on sports ethics. […]
“`html iGaming Ontario Reveals Year-on-Year Growth in February iGaming Ontario has reported significant year-on-year growth for online gambling spend and revenue for February, highlighting a robust online gaming market in the Canadian province. This marks a transition from quarterly to monthly data reporting, providing more timely insights into market performance. Growth Statistics and Insights Overall […]
Kalshi Announces RG Tools, IC360 Partnership as Roundtable Approaches Summary Kalshi has announced the launch of a new responsible gaming hub alongside a partnership with integrity monitor IC360. This initiative aims to implement consumer protection features such as deposit caps and trading breaks to enhance player safety. Additionally, the collaboration with IC360 seeks to bolster […]
“`html Campaign contributions are part of the picture as Hawaii debates gambling proposals Summary Hawaii’s digital betting bill, HB 1308, is making progress despite heavy opposition from various government agencies and Native Hawaiian groups. The proposal permits four digital sports betting platforms without any retail locations. Opposition primarily stems from state agencies such as the […]
“`html Nevada Legislator Revives Effort to Kill Sports Betting Tax Summary Representative Dina Titus and her bipartisan ally Representative Guy Reschenthaler have reintroduced legislation aimed at abolishing the federal 0.25% excise tax on sports bets, enacted in 1951. This tax places legal sportsbooks at a disadvantage compared to their illegal counterparts, which do not pay […]
“`html Only six operators seem likely to apply for Thai casino license Summary Thailand’s effort to establish a legal casino industry within entertainment complexes may not attract as many bidders as anticipated, with a recent study by Inside Asian Gaming revealing that only six operators are likely to participate. The analysis will feature in the […]
“`html EGBA Stresses Importance of EU Cooperation Among Member States The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has highlighted the necessity for enhanced cooperation among EU member states regarding the regulation of online gaming. This call for collaboration aims to standardise practices and enhance the effectiveness of regulatory frameworks across the region, ultimately benefiting consumers […]
“`html Researchers urge Roblox to “prioritise child safety” amid underage gambling concerns A study conducted by the University of Sydney has raised alarms regarding child safety on the Roblox platform, advocating for scrutiny over its in-game spending and virtual currency mechanisms. The game has faced accusations of facilitating “child gambling”, leading researchers to call for […]
