Author: Anna Kamber

Could the UK Follow Brazil’s Lead in Sports Betting Regulation?

Could the UK Follow Brazil’s Lead in Sports Betting Regulation?

Posted by | Jan 5, 2025 | |

As Brazil kicks off 2025 with the launch of regulated sports betting, markets like the UK may be watching closely. Brazil’s new system is a landmark shift, not just for the country but as part of a broader global trend toward tightening gambling regulations. With the UK already a mature market, Brazil’s model could offer insights into how further reforms might unfold in other regions. Brazil’s journey to regulated sports betting has been long in the making. While technically legalized in 2018, the industry operated in a legal gray zone for years. That changed in late 2023 when President...

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The Connection Between Social Media Bans and Safer Online Gambling Practices

The Connection Between Social Media Bans and Safer Online Gambling Practices

Posted by | Dec 25, 2024 | |

Australia’s bold decision to ban social media access for users under 16 offers a valuable parallel for the online casino industry. The move, aimed at addressing public health concerns related to addictive online behaviors, underscores the growing need for digital platforms to prioritize user safety. This presents an opportunity for online casinos to reflect on their practices and adopt measures that create a safer, more responsible gambling environment. The Current Situation The link between social media and online gambling lies in their shared ability to trigger the brain’s reward system. Both rely on instant gratification to engage users, releasing...

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The Impact of AI on Problem Gambling in the Sports Betting World

The Impact of AI on Problem Gambling in the Sports Betting World

Posted by | Dec 1, 2024 | |

The sports gambling industry is undergoing a technological transformation, with artificial intelligence (AI) playing a pivotal role. By leveraging behavioral data, AI enables tailored betting experiences, personalized marketing, and predictive analytics. While these advancements promise unprecedented growth and innovation, they also raise significant ethical concerns about exploitation, addiction, and the vulnerability of problem gamblers. AI’s Dual Role in Sports Gambling AI has revolutionized sports gambling by personalizing the user experience. Advanced algorithms analyze individual preferences, betting habits, and engagement patterns to recommend bets and incentives. Tools like SharpLink’s C4 Sports Betting Conversion engine demonstrate this by offering custom betting...

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European iGaming Industry Shows Commitment to Safer Gambling During ESGW 2024

European iGaming Industry Shows Commitment to Safer Gambling During ESGW 2024

Posted by | Nov 19, 2024 | |

Running from November 18th to the 24th, the European Safer Gambling Week (ESGW24) is doubling down on promoting responsible gambling across the iGaming industry in Europe. Launched in 2021 by the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA), the initiative has brought together operators, regulators, and harm-prevention groups to oppose the growth of unregulated gambling markets and highlight the significance of player protection. Coordinated by EGBA and supported by networks like the iGaming Executives Network (iGEN), ESGW24 features a packed agenda of events, including webinars, in-person seminars, and social media campaigns. In addition to educating players and stakeholders about the...

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Isle of Man Gambling Regulator Responds to UN Report Alleging Links to International Cyber Crime

Isle of Man Gambling Regulator Responds to UN Report Alleging Links to International Cyber Crime

Posted by | Oct 31, 2024 | |

A recent United Nations report has cast the Isle of Man’s regulatory standards in a critical light, suggesting that its online gambling environment may be inadvertently supporting cybercrime and large-scale money laundering activities led by criminal organisations in Asia. According to the report, the Isle of Man was mentioned negatively 25 times, with accusations that the island’s casinos might be part of a “transnational laundromat” for proceeds from extensive scam compounds operating in Southeast Asia’s “Golden Triangle”—a region encompassing Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos, notorious for its high levels of organised crime. In response, Mark Rutherford, the Acting Chief Officer...

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