BetMGM and MGM Resorts International have announced a $1m (£740,000) expanded commitment to responsible gambling initiatives as part of their participation in National Council on Problem Gambling’s (NCPG) Problem Gambling Awareness Month in March.
The investment includes $450,000 allocated to the International Centre for Responsible Gaming to support a new independent research programme examining sports betting behaviour and its potential risks.
The multi-year study will analyse factors influencing betting decisions, risk patterns across different player groups and the effectiveness of prevention strategies, with the aim of strengthening responsible gambling practices across the industry.
“As sports betting continues to grow so must our understanding of its impact on our guests and customers,” said Stephen Martino, Senior Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer, MGM Resorts.
“Investing in high quality research allows us to be guided by valuable data and insights, which will u..