The Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA), an association of leading online sportsbooks, has published a new set of guidelines for how operators should approach VIP programs. ROGA noted that the …
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Senate advances Bill to restrict gambling advertising in Brazil
by Steve Hoare6 minutes readThe Senate has approved the passage of a Bill introducing federal rules on gambling advertising. However, caution is advised, as Série A football clubs warn that the restrictions could undermine …
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Norway regulator presses Norsk Tipping over child gambling concerns
by Steve Hoare2 minutes readNorway’s state operator, Norsk Tipping, has been approached by the national regulator, Lotteritilsynet, over a potential breach of underage policies. In a letter dated 15 May, Anya Therese Markhus and …
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ANJ’s Behind the Label campaign returns for tennis grand slam
by Steve Hoare2 minutes readAward-winning responsible gambling initiative ‘Behind the Label’ is set to return to French broadcasting this spring. France’s Gambling Authority l’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) confirmed that the campaign has been …
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Romania delays review of gambling reforms as new President sets agenda
by Steve Hoare5 minutes readThe Senate of Romania has opted to prolong plenary discussions on comprehensive gambling reforms sought by the Save Romania Union (USR) party. The extension was granted by the Senate’s Legal …
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Paper proposes Responsible Gambling Message Development Framework
by Steve Hoare2 minutes readResearchers from the University of Ontario and elsewhere have proposed a new tool to help gambling operators develop more effective RG messages. The Responsible Gambling Message Development Framework builds on …
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Gregory Petts to lead Isle of Man regulator amid focus on curbing criminality
by Steve Hoare3 minutes readGregory Petts has been named the new Chairman at the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC). Appointed by the Isle of Man Treasury, Petts will now ensure that the organisation upholds high standards of …
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Licensing association calls on UKGC to work with broader range of stats providers
by Steve Hoare3 minutes readA trade association is encouraging the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) to improve its strategy and policies and better support betting companies in using data and statistics. The Institute of Licensing …
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Greece launches new national strategy to combat teenage addictions
by Steve Hoare2 minutes readThe Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC) and the Health Quality Assurance Organisation (OHQA) have joined forces to combat gambling addiction in Greece. Greek authorities have agreed to a three-year Memorandum of …
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Nevada passes bill to handcuff unauthorized gambling operators
by Steve Hoare3 minutes readBoth chambers of the Nevada legislature have now passed a bill that would equip the state with the means to further target and act against unapproved gambling operators. Sen. Rochelle Nguyen’s SB 256 passed …