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Legal
January 22, 2021
ASA: Loot Boxes Consultation Period Approaches Deadline
The advertising regulator in the UK reminded stakeholders that the consultation period with regards to providing evidence on loot boxes and other types of in-game purchases is approaching its end, January 28. Less Than a Week Remaining The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) initiated consultations in November 2020, after some concerns related to certain elements of […]
Industry
January 21, 2021
HSBC Rolls a 72-Hour Cooling Period to Protect Consumers amid Gambling Spike
The cooling-off by HSBC UK has been increased to 72 hours from 24 hours amid reports that gaming revenue and active accounts are increasing. HSBC Introduces 72 Cooling-off Period to Counterweigh Increase in Gambling HSBC UK has decided to extend its cooling-off period that prohibits gamblers who have been playing excessively from using money on […]
Business
January 19, 2021
Brent Hoberman to Advise Sazka on Its Bid for National Lottery
Sazka Group announced that it hired the services of Brent Hoberman. In his new position, the founder of Lastminute.com will provide counsel for the company on its bid for the National Lottery license in the U.K. Sazka Group Hires the Services of Brent Hoberman One of Europe’s fastest-growing lottery companies, Sazka Group, announced that it […]
Industry
January 19, 2021
Gambling Counselor Says Number of People Seeking Help Increases by 50%
A counselor at a gambling center in Co Limerick has cautioned that the number of people seeking help for gambling has increased by 50% over the past months of the pandemic. Gambling Addiction Precipitated by Pandemic A Co Limerick center in Ireland has reported a significant spike in the cases of problem gambling since the […]
Industry
January 18, 2021
UKGC’s Proposed Gambling Law Reform Faces Controversy
UKGC’s proposed amendment of Great Britain’s Gambling Law faces controversy, as it would be a “significant invasion of personal freedom,” critics say. “Invasion of Personal Freedom” The focus of the British lawmakers to reform Great Britain’s gaming laws faces controversy in the country, opened to debate by an anonymous letter recently sent to the British […]
Legal
January 18, 2021
Gambling Law Changes May Bring Unintended Consequences, Warns BGC
The Betting and Gaming Council in the UK released a video outlining the importance of changes that may be done to the gambling law in the country. The Council warned that such changes may bring unintended consequences such as pushing more people toward the black market. UK’s Regulated Gambling Industry Is a Safe Bet, Says […]
Industry
January 18, 2021
UK Gambling Operators Criticized for Overstating Black Market Threat
The UK regulatory body said a recent report from PwC exaggerated the size of the unlicensed gambling market in a bid to soften the upcoming changes in the gambling law. Gambling Operators in an Attempt to Prevent Tighter Regulations The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has criticised some gambling companies for preparing a “dodgy” report about […]
Casino
January 14, 2021
HRI to Expand London Portfolio, Acquires Casino Premise License
The globally recognized brand, Hard Rock International, announced that it acquired a casino premise license from The Ritz Club in London, UK. By acquiring the license, the company will be able to expand its existing London portfolio and establish a new venue. HRI Acquires Casino Premise License in London One of the most globally recognized […]
Sports
January 12, 2021
UK Horseracing Industry Can Face £60m Yearly Loss Due to Affordability Checks
The horseracing industry fears the financial loss of £60 million a year from the proposed affordability checks. There is a template letter by senior figures, addressed to parliament. The letter is intended for lawmakers to propose to Gambling Commission (UKGC) to reconsider the proposal. UK Horseracing Can Face a Substantial Loss Due to New Measures […]
Sports
January 10, 2021
MansionBet Extended Sponsorship Deal with ARC and JCR
MansionBet, the sports betting brand of Mansion Group, decided to extend its sponsorship deal with Arena Racing Company (ARC) and Jockey Club Racecourses (JCR) as part of the continued in 2021 support of British racing. “We are both excited and proud to continue our support of British racing into 2021. Having taken huge steps forward […]