The After Gambling podcast was set up by Jamie Salsburg as a resource to help address the growing issue of compulsive gambling. It’s not only for those struggling with gambling addiction personally, but also for loved ones and others that help compulsive gamblers as therapists or advocates.Episode Synopsis: As I say at the end of…
During the pandemic, isolated player risk became an ever-present concern, but what does the evidence show in terms of problem gambling increasing or decreasing? What technologies are available to monitor and identify player trends in real-time? What are the flaws in the present and future solutions?Speakers:Paul Foster, CEO, Crucial ComplianceMary Donohue, CEO, Digital Wellness CenterRasmus…
Up in the hot seat of Martin Lycka’s Safe Bet Show this month is Richard Taylor, Senior Manager Responsible Gambling at BetMGM, discussed his career in the US military, construction and how his path led to BetMGM.
It’s another milestone moment for the Gambling Act review white paper as the Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) consultation on implementation of the research, education and treatment (RET) levy has begun.Projecting that £100m will be directed towards the NHS via the initiative the RET levy, one of the key recommendations of the white…
This report presents the findings of a study conducted in November 2022, which explored the usage of, and reported demand for, advice, support and treatment among those who gamble and those affected by another’s gambling. This is an annual study, previously conducted in November 2021, November 2020 and October 2019. The research was conducted by…
In 2005, Nevada introduced legislation to expand its approach to legalized gambling by investing in the development of problem gambling treatment and prevention systems. The legislation resulted in the creation of a Revolving Account for the prevention and Treatment of Problem Gambling and an Advisory Committee on Problem Gambling (ACPG) to advise the Department of…
The objective of the Nevada Problem Gambling Study is to provide information management and research-based insights on the effectiveness of Nevada’s five state-funded treatment providers. A total of 364 Nevada residents received problem gambling services in FY2021. Key Takeaways Source: UNLV
UNLV says that the objective of the Nevada Problem Gambling Study is to provide information management and research-based insights on the effectiveness of Nevada’s six state-funded treatment providers in FY20. A total of 436 Nevada residents received problem gambling services in FY20. Key takeaways: Source: UNLV
Microgaming is demonstrating vast support for responsible gambling practices in partnering with several safer gaming charities.
Some of the charities that have received support from the online gambling provider in 2023 include Ygam, Gordon Moody, Beacon Counselling Trust, Betknowmore UK and Motiv8 Addiction Services.
The firm is reportedly in ‘close cooperation’ with each charity to identify projects that will benefit customers, whilst providing financial support for projects, expanding services, creating educational content, developing websites and improving digital infrastructure.
Director of Compliance at Microgaming, Sarah Campbell, commented: “Safer gaming and responsible gambling is in our DNA.
“We take huge pride in working with and supporting a range of charities that are doing truly great work in this area. Together, we can create a safer and more responsible gambling environment for all.”
In detail, Ygam utilised its Microgaming donation to expand its educational train..
Key takeaways: Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health