UK: BGC publishes sponsorship codes of conduct

In the UK, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has recently celebrated the introduction of a set of Codes of Conduct for Gambling Related Agreements. This new framework was developed in collaboration with leading national sports bodies.

Brazil’s path to regulation: final details unveiled

In Brazil, operators interested in obtaining a license were waiting for the regulator to finalise the details of the new online gambling regulations. The last ordinances have finally been published, 20 days before the deadline for submitting license applications.

Caesars receives CSR award for commitment to responsible gaming

Caesars Entertainment, Inc., the largest casino entertainment company in the United States, proudly announced on LinkedIn that it had been honoured with the Corporate Social Responsibility Award by the National Council on Problem Gambling.

Māori concerns over NZ online gambling regulations

As New Zealand is on the verge of regulating the online gambling market, concerns have been raised by Māori organisations.

Alexa Roseblade joins GamCare as Chief of Staff

Gambling support charity GamCare has announced the appointment of Alexa Roseblade as its new Chief of Staff, effective immediately. Roseblade will join the charity’s leadership team, overseeing operational delivery, governance, and strategic partnerships.

How UEFA and the DSWV safeguarded Euro 24 from match-fixing

The DSWV announced today that Euro 24 was free of match-fixing. UEFA and the DSWV formed an Anti-Match Fixing Group.

David Tsai steps up as new group COO of Crown Resorts

Crown Resorts has unveiled several leadership changes, including the promotion of David Tsai to Group Chief Operating Officer, effective 1 August 2024.

Downward spiral, from success to addiction

Gambling addiction is a serious condition that can lead to severe consequences. It manifests in various ways, each sign as concerning as the next. One of the first signs is a preoccupation with gambling. This involves constant thoughts about past, present, or future gambling experiences. As the disorder progresses, there is a need to gamble with greater amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement, a phenomenon known as tolerance. The addiction becomes more evident when there are repeated unsuccessful efforts to control, cut back, or stop gambling. This struggle is often accompanied by restlessness or irritability when trying to reduce or stop gambling, a condition known as withdrawal. As the addiction deepens, the individual may start chasing losses, trying to recover lost money by gambling more. This is often coupled with deception, where the individual lies to family members or others to hide the extent of the gambling.

EGBA director asks Iceland to end gambling monopoly, stirs controversy

Martin Haijer, Secretary-General of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA), has stirred controversy by urging Iceland to open its gambling market and dismantle the existing monopoly.

Exclusion and addiction: how marginalised groups turn to gambling for relief

A new study finds that socially excluded groups are more likely to gamble and use it as a way to cope with discrimination and loneliness.