North America

Nevada Problem Gambling Study (2021)

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

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Nevada Problem Gambling Study (2020)

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

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iGD: Who committed the cyber attack on MGM and Caesars?

US giants MGM and Caesars both suffered cyber attacks recently, with MGM being taken offline after the attack, reportedly from hacking group Scattered Spider, impacted everything from the customer website to the gaming floor to the electronic room key system to corporate emails. Caesars on the other hand, suffered an attack of their own by…

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iGD: A ‘reasonably expected’ advertising revamp

As part of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario’s mission to further protect young people, online gambling advertising standards in the province could witness a revamp this year.However, the AGCO has proposed raising the threshold so the term becomes ‘reasonably expected’ to appeal to youth and children.This will include athletes – whether active or…

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iGD: Bills, Bills, Bills: What’s going on in Canada and Ohio?

Following on from yesterday’s Brazil focus, we’re heading approximately 5,000 miles north today with Jessica Welman in the drivers seat, joined by Nick Ware of Canadian Gaming Business and Charlie Horner of SBC Americas to discuss two new bills in Canada, with the Senate to discuss national gambling advertising guidelines as well as a First…

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iGD: CGS Player Protection Symposium

iGaming Daily ventures over to Canada’s largest city, Toronto, with the Canadian Gaming Summit set to get underway this week at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on June 13-15, 2023.However, before the conference opens its doors, Tuesday played host to the Player Protection Symposium, which will be the topic of discussion in today’s episode of…

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Leaders Panel – walking the tight rope of player protection and growth

The tension between the overwhelming commercial pressure to acquire market share in fiercely competitive markets and the need to put in responsible gaming practices that protect the players requires strong if not visionary leadership. How are the leaders of our industry balancing delivering on this shared goal whilst protecting their competitive edge? Speakers Chrissy Thurmond,…

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The educated consumer: differentiating between legal and illegal sites and promoting responsible safeguards

A recent study found that 75% of consumers cannot or are unsure if they can differentiate a legal from an illegal gambling website. Furthermore, many don’t understand the safeguards in place that legal sites provide. Consumer education on these risks ensures that customers play responsibly and those who require help can access the resources they…

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