The beginning of March Madness has bookmakers on high alert expecting an avalanche of bets. In anticipation, DraftKings has launched a new responsible gaming campaign, using a nostalgic yet strategic approach.
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A recent move by Santander has sparked outrage among gamblers, adding fuel to the fire of long-simmering debates over the relationship between gaming and banking. Customers of the UK high street bank received alerts about “high gambling activity” in emails they never asked for. Several Santander customers expressed their frustration over receiving these emails, which urged them to consider using gambling-blocking tools, even when their betting activity was well within their financial means. For many, this raises an important question: Where do banks draw the line between responsible financial oversight and personal freedom? A Shift in Oversight or Ongoing...
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The Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA) has introduced Know Your Play, a national initiative designed to educate college students about responsible gambling, financial literacy, and mental health. With online sports betting becoming increasingly popular among young adults, this campaign aims to provide essential tools to help students make informed choices while dispelling common gambling misconceptions. Developed in collaboration with EPIC Global Solutions, Kindbridge Behavioral Health, and the Responsible Gambling Council (RGC), Know Your Play incorporates digital learning tools, in-person workshops, and financial literacy training. The campaign seeks to teach students key gambling concepts such as randomness and probability, helping...
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A new analysis published by GambleAware has identified the most harmful forms of gambling, shedding light on the goods and practices that need the attention of regulators, players, and operators. The study from Bournemouth University looked at statistics from places like GamCare and the National Gambling Treatment Service to find important patterns and practical information about the harm gaming can do. The Riskiest Bets Electronic Gaming Machines (EGMs) emerged as the riskiest gambling activity in the report. Found in physical bookmakers, these machines draw users in with their fast-paced mechanics and immersive designs, creating a cycle of continuous betting....
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After a decade of skyrocketing growth in both brick-and-mortar and virtual gambling, the federal government will have to step in to solve emerging issues plaguing the gaming sector. This was the conclusion reached by industry stakeholders during a recent webinar hosted by IC360. Experts highlighted the necessity of updated regulations and more stringent, responsible gaming mechanisms to keep the sector in touch in the face of innovation. A key motivator for legislative action, according to panelists, is the rapid growth of gaming, which includes new offers and expanded accessibility. According to ProhiBet Managing Director Matt Heap, regulated government agencies...
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