Author: Anna Kamber

GambleAware Announces Call for Applications for Its Lived Experience Council

GambleAware Announces Call for Applications for Its Lived Experience Council

Posted by | Jun 6, 2022 | |

GambleAware made the announcement a week ago that it is now accepting applications for its Lived Experience Council. This is part of its commitment to interact with communities of individuals who have experienced the negative effects of gambling. The Lived Experience Council came into being as a direct result of GambleAware’s commitment to working with others and assisting those who are in the greatest need. Members of the Council will be expected to provide GambleAware with objective, professional advice on all aspects of its operations and programs, and to direct the charity’s governance and the development of its strategic...

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Could A Gambling Ad Ban Be Headed to Australia?

Could A Gambling Ad Ban Be Headed to Australia?

Posted by | May 6, 2022 | |

Gambling advertising has increased significantly all around the world over the last several years. Unsurprisingly, this has raised a lot of eyebrows with lots of parties expressing their concerns about the issues. Lately, requests for limitations or bans are becoming increasingly common. One of the places where this discussion has picked up some heat in Australia. According to a recent report from Victoria, gambling advertising rose 253 percent in the state between 2016 and 2021. According to the survey, the gaming sector spent more than $287 million (US$202.6 million) last year on advertising its products and services. The survey,...

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MGM Springfield Rolls Out Responsible Gambling Tool

MGM Springfield Rolls Out Responsible Gambling Tool

Posted by | Apr 6, 2022 | |

The quest to ensure players are safe while gambling online is still raging on with more and more companies taking initiative. MGM Springfield is the latest gambling operator to jump onto the bandwagon. The gambling operator ended the last month on a very high note by unveiling a responsible gambling tool. Known as PlayMyWay, the tool is a voluntary budget feature that is designed specifically to help players to keep themselves in check. It mainly targets people who may be at risk of gambling-related harm, especially from a financial perspective. Problem gambling is often a result of unmonitored gambling...

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Entain Foundation US Unveils Updated Gamble Responsible America App

Entain Foundation US Unveils Updated Gamble Responsible America App

Posted by | Mar 6, 2022 | |

Responsible gambling efforts in the United States have recently gotten a big boost thanks to the recent debut of the second edition of the Gamble Responsibly America app. Designed by Entain Foundation United States, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting responsible gambling, the update brings a host of features and includes more resources to help people gamble safely. Gamble Responsibly America is the first mobile of its kind. While similar initiatives have been floated around, it is the only one that has managed to deliver on its promise. Users of the app can access a solid range of tools,...

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GambleAware Launches New Campaign Targeting Women Gamblers

GambleAware Launches New Campaign Targeting Women Gamblers

Posted by | Feb 6, 2022 | |

Renowned responsible gambling advocacy GambleAware has recently launched a new campaign that aims to help women that are at risk of gambling-related harm. This comes after a recent study by a charity in Great Britain. The charity’s report revealed that up to a million women gamblers in the country could be at risk of harm. The number is huge but even more concerning is the report’s findings that up to 39 percent of the women in this group could potentially refrain from seeking help or treatment. This could be due to fear of stigma or embarrassment. Moreover, some of...

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