DraftKings has announced the appointment of Lori Kalani as its first Chief Responsible Gaming Officer. Kalani, who will report to DraftKings CEO Jason Robins, will be tasked with elevating and integrating the company’s player safety and protection activities and initiatives across all facets of DraftKings platforms and player communities. “Responsible gaming is one of our top priorities and it…
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While states like Ohio, Maryland and, most recently, Louisiana, are reversing course on college prop bets, the Montana Lottery is fine with keeping the wagers in the catalog.
In a letter to NCAA President Charlie Baker posted on Twitter by Covers reporter Geoff Zochodne, Montana Lottery Director Bob Brown said he appreciated the concern about athlete well-being but did not think this was an issue that applies to the state.
Last week, Baker called on all states with regulated sports betting to pull college player props from the catalog.
“Speaking specifically to our state, with Montana’s low population and only two large universities, we can speak confidently that any issues occurring nationally have not been an issue in Montana,” Brown wrote. “Regarding the specifics of player prop betting, it is not in our immediate plans to discontinue college player prop markets offered through our sportsbooks. Montana’s local teams already have a limited number of markets, which we are not incli..
Playtech has provided funding support for the International Center for Responsible Gaming and its research programme.
Founded in 1996 and overseen by an independent scientific advisory board comprising leading addiction specialists, the ICRG is a funding source for gambling disorder research and education, with nearly 500 articles published in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
The centre has recently asked for applicants to participate in research focused on the impact of gambling on under-served groups in the US or Canada, which Playtech is funding to help produce high-quality research in a critical area.
“We are immensely grateful for Playtech’s donation, which marks a significant step towards improving our understanding of gambling-related health issues among indigenous communities in the US and Canada,” noted Arthur Paikowsky, ICRG President.
“This contribution will greatly enhance the effectiveness of responsible gambling measures and Playtech’s commitment to this cause is c..
As the industry navigates the challenge of balancing regulatory compliance with commercial growth, SBC Summit North America will offer the optimal platform for delegates to glean insights into the latest compliance strategies, responsible gambling initiatives and safeguarding technology.
On Tuesday, May 7 the limited capacity, pre-day conference, will offer attendees at Tribeco 360 access to both the ‘SBC Gaming Regulation & Compliance Forum’ and the ‘Player Protection Symposium’.
Throughout the day, attendees can anticipate focused discussions on regulating innovative technologies, ensuring compliance in mergers and acquisitions, proactive solutions to combat underage gambling and the prominent role of technology in responsible gambling.
Kicking off the day is the panel Merge Here: M&A Compliance, which will provide insights into successfully navigating the complex framework of mergers and acquisitions. Finance and compliance experts Benjie Cherniak (Principal, Avenue H Capital),..
Massachusetts is taking steps to educate young people about the risks of gambling.
Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell has announced that the state is launching the Youth Sports Betting Safety Coalition, a public-private partnership that aims to educate young people on the laws and risks associated with gambling, according to NBC Boston.
“Because Massachusetts has entered a new era with sports betting now literally available at your fingertips, it is critical that we raise awareness of the public health risks associated with this activity, particularly for young people,” said Campbell. “This coalition brings together the business, professional sports, nonprofit and responsible gaming communities to best achieve one common goal: better protect and educate young adults across the Commonwealth.”
The coalition, which targets state residents ages 12 through 20, will provide evidence-based education and training backed by some of the largest entities in sports, including the NCAA, Boston..
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) is discussing the potential implementation of sports wagering limits.
The MGC has raised the issue of authorizing wagering limits following a public comment submitted last year that questioned whether operators have the authority to limit bettors.
The MGC conducted an investigation on the topic that included a review of regulations, operator house rules, terms and conditions, and approved internal controls. The commission also consulted its legal team and operators to discuss betting limits.
Operators have leveraged wager limits to manage risk and to ensure the integrity of competitions on a per-customer basis. The MGC is discussing wager limits with no imminent changes coming to regulations but is willing to explore options with its six licensed sports betting operators or revisit the topic as the year moves forward.
Commissioners in the MGC are raising questions regarding potential limits in the state.
“It seems to me that the regulation..
Caesars Sportsbook has been recognized by the Responsible Gambling Council for its commitment to responsible gaming.
The operators announced that it has received the “prestigious” RG Check accreditation which is awarded to sites or venues that have implemented robust responsible gaming policies.
“We are honored to receive the RG Check accreditation from the Responsible Gambling Council,” Caesars Digital President Eric Hession. “For more than 30 years Caesars Entertainment has been at the forefront of responsible gaming, implementing policies that have carried over to Caesars Sportsbook. This acknowledgment validates our efforts to continue to improve our Responsible Gaming practices and ensure our players are gaming with us for the right reasons.”
As part of the accreditation process, Caesars Sportsbook underwent a thorough assessment of its responsible gaming practices, team member training process, player education and protection efforts.
From this assessment, the RGC concluded t..