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Gambling News - 'Problem gambling'
Industry
June 7, 2024
Amendment Calls for a Ban on Slot Gambling within US Military Bases
A ban on slot gambling on US military bases was imposed back in the 1950s. However, a couple of decades later, the restriction was lifted, marking the return of slot machines for military personnel. Data from a Government Accountability Office report from 2017 reveals that approximately 3,000 slot machines, operated by the US military generated […]
Industry
June 6, 2024
GamCare Wants More Support for At-Risk Employees Before Euro 2024
Leading, independent provider of information, advice, and support for anyone affected by gambling harms, GamCare, has urged employers to be prepared to offer additional support to staff members who are vulnerable to gambling addiction just ahead of the much-anticipated start of Euro 2024. Safe Spaces and a 5-Step Plan for At-Risk Employees The UK charity […]
Sports
June 4, 2024
ICRG Raises $150,000 for Problem Gambling Research
During a recent golf event in Las Vegas, players showcased their skills while helping to support an important cause — they raised over $150,000 for problem gambling research. The 25th annual Golf Classic was sponsored by the American Gaming Association and the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers, with proceeds going to the International Center for […]
Legal
May 30, 2024
Australian Bookkeeper Embezzles $700K to Fuel Gambling Addiction
K.D,, a 43-year-old bookkeeper from Melbourne, has been sentenced to a four-year community correction order after embezzling over AU$700,000 ($463,000) from her ex-partner’s transport company to fund her debilitating online gambling addiction. The court’s decision to avoid a jail term underscores how addiction can affect anybody and how gambling harm can extend to one’s friends […]
Sports
May 29, 2024
Newcastle Player Reveals How Gambling Addiction Can Ruin Careers
Former Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley took the drastic step of banning ex-Magpie striker Nile Ranger from all casinos after the young soccer player squandered £32,000 ($40,750) in just three months due to a gambling addiction. This action served as a wake-up call for the athlete, motivating him to seek professional help and avoid further […]
Industry
May 29, 2024
Danish Gambling Authority Seeks Feedback on New Game Data Reporting Rules
Last week, Spillemyndigheden, the Danish gambling authority, announced an update to its game data reporting requirements. The changes are meant to be implemented by 2025. The proposal has been designed to improve upon the current methods of regulation within the country’s gambling industry for greater transparency and more accurate reports. Stakeholders Urged to Comment on […]
Industry
May 27, 2024
US Military Slots Generate $100M Annually, Stirring Addiction Fears
The expansion of sports betting across the United States granted millions of Americans access to legal wagering. Concurrently, came concerns about the negative impact of excessive betting and potential gambling harm. While young adults are usually more susceptible to addiction and problem gambling, so are individuals who undergo heavy stress on a daily basis. According […]
Sports
May 22, 2024
Euro 2024 Sparks Fears of Gambling Addiction Rise in Thailand
Major sports competitions usually raise concerns about a rise in gambling addiction. Such sports events may push inexperienced individuals into sports betting, while in some cases, may have problem gamblers return to the activity. Whatever the case may be, responsible gambling advocates have continuously urged sports not to be associated with betting, encouraging fans to […]
Industry
May 21, 2024
Macau Study Suggests Casino Employees Fail to Address Harm
A recent academic study by the Macao Polytechnic University has highlighted a number of reasons why casino employees are not always able to effectively mitigate gambling harm. The study was compiled by the university’s Centre for Gaming and Tourism Studies and sheds light on the setbacks casino staff faces when dealing with problem players. After […]
Lottery
May 21, 2024
Advocates Warn NSW Lottery Growth Normalizes Gambling
Across Australia, gambling is quite popular and widely spread. Sadly, Australians are known as the world’s biggest losers as they report the highest losses per capita out of any other country around the world. While hundreds of millions of Australian dollars are lost to pokies, also known as the one-armed bandits in the country, the […]