Banks are becoming increasingly prominent stakeholders in problem gambling prevention in the UK and Ireland at a time of regulatory and political focus on betting in both countries. The UK …
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The National Gambling Support Network (NGSN) has helped more than 110,000 people since it first launched in April 2023. This was announced in a new report by GambleAware, an independent …
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Alberta passes iGaming Alberta Act to legalize commercial online gambling
4 minutes readAlberta is just a formality away from legalizing commercial online casino and sports betting. Minister Dale Nally’s Bill 48 was passed by the provincial legislature’s Committee of the Whole and …
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Bank of Ireland rolls out Gambling Block in support of GRAI
3 minutes readThe Bank of Ireland (BoI) has launched its Gambling Block tool in support of the country’s new gambling regulatory regime led by the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI). It’s …
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Player Protection Symposium will be part of SBC Summit Americas core agenda
by SBC Americas4 minutes readSBC Summit Americas is reinforcing its commitment to promoting safer gambling by integrating the previously standalone Player Protection Symposium into the event’s core conference agenda. This strategic move ensures that …
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Buenos Aires raids underpin Argentine action on illicit gambling
3 minutes readPolice sources have revealed to the Argentine News Agency that an illegal casino operation has been shut down in Buenos Aires. The move underlines the zero tolerance approach of law …
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EDGE Markets to expand finance platform with Defy the Odds RG deal
by SBC Americas2 minutes readStartup launchpad Defy the Odds is teaming up with a gambling-specific financial platform to promote responsible gambling and provide personalized payment processing. Defy the Odds, a women-led launchpad with a …
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India approaches key legislative moment with GST levy in focus
3 minutes readA major period has commenced around the Indian iGaming market, as debate over the GST framework takes centre stage amongst government officials and iGaming operators. The 28% GST tax levy …
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Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Dutch gaming regulator, has issued a stark warning against gaming machines entering the illegal market. The regulator revealed it is monitoring developments after several casino branches closed …
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EGBA pushes for targeted player protection regulation in Romania
2 minutes readThe European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) is encouraging Romanian officials to establish a national self-exclusion register for gambling to help protect players in the country from gambling harm. In …