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UK Considers Ban on Unlicensed Gambling Sponsorships in Sports

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026 · Gaming

The British government has unveiled proposals to consult on a possible ban on sports sponsorships by unlicensed gambling operators, as part of a broader crackdown on the black…

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Macau Problem Gambling Surges After Casinos Pivot to Public

January 21, 2026January 22, 2026 · Gaming

Posted on: January 22, 2026, 12:44h.  Last updated on: January 21, 2026, 03:11h. Macau is seeing more people than ever seeking help for their gambling disorders A record…

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UK Gambling Black Market Pocketed GBP 100M In Bets on Boxing Day, Says BGC

December 30, 2025December 30, 2025 · Gaming

According to a warning from the UK’s Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), the country’s gambling black market is expected to have taken advantage of Boxing Day betting activity,…

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Attitudes Toward Gambling in Ohio Shift as Harms Become Harder to Ignore

December 12, 2025December 14, 2025 · Gaming

Ohio’s sentiment toward online sports betting has shifted significantly since the state legalized the practice two years ago. Sports wagering arrived in 2023 with confetti, celebrity ads, and…

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New UK Study Warns That Gambling Harm May Be More Widespread than Expected

December 11, 2025December 11, 2025 · Gaming

New ScienceDirect research is raising uncomfortable questions about the scale of gambling-related risk in the UK. The data offers a detailed look into how many people will fall…

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Winning ticket for $980 million jackpot sold in Georgia, Mega Millions says

November 15, 2025November 15, 2025 · Orlando, Florida Local News

A Mega Millions player in Georgia won the $980 million jackpot on Friday, overcoming abysmal odds to win the huge prize.The single winning ticket was purchased at a…

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GF of NHL Player Exposes His Alleged Theft of Thousands From Her

November 4, 2025November 4, 2025 · Gaming

Former New York Rangers player Arthur Kaliyev has been accused of using the money of his ex-girlfriend, Lauren Mochen, to gamble, The New York Post has reported. He…

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New UK Report Underlines the Hidden Dangers of Skins Gambling

September 28, 2025September 28, 2025 · Gaming

The UK could be gearing up to take a harsher stance on skin gambling, with research exposing the magnitude of the problem and its particular impact on younger…

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NFL Calls on Veterans to Help Educate Youngsters About Gambling Policies

August 26, 2025August 26, 2025 · Gaming

The National Football League (NFL) believes in leading by example, with the organization now asking veterans to step in and help educate younger athletes on what the do’s…

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Former Maryland PTA Pres Charged for Embezzling $1M and Gambling It Away

August 22, 2025August 23, 2025 · Gaming

The US Attorney’s Office in Maryland has initiated criminal proceedings against the former president of the Maryland Parent Teacher Association (PTA), LaTonja Carrera, 51, accusing her of misusing…

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Integrity Compliance 360 Taps Former NJDGE Director as Special Advisor

Integrity Compliance 360 Taps Former NJDGE Director as Special Advisor

October 23, 2024October 23, 2024 · Gaming

David L. Rebuck, a gambling industry veteran who served as director of the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE), has now joined consultancy Integrity Compliance 360 (IC360)…

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NSW Government Commits Additional AUM to Minimize Gambling Harm

NSW Government Commits Additional AU$10M to Minimize Gambling Harm

June 18, 2024June 18, 2024 · Gaming

Although it is identified as a public health issue, gambling is widely spread across Australia. Seeing this problem on a local and national level, lawmakers in the country…

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Gambler Who Started Playing at Age 8 Wants Stricter Ad Rules

Gambler Who Started Playing at Age 8 Wants Stricter Ad Rules

April 12, 2024April 13, 2024 · Gaming

A 33 man from Rotherham who was first introduced to gambling when he was eight years old during a family holiday, has asked for stricter regulations concerning gambling…

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GambleAware Highlights Support Network’s Efficiency in New Report

GambleAware Highlights Support Network’s Efficiency in New Report

April 12, 2024April 12, 2024 · Gaming

GambleAware announced that support for people experiencing problems with their gambling is faster than ever. According to the latest National Gambling Support Network figures, problem players were offered…

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Gambling Addiction Hotlines Witness Rise in Calls amid US Betting Surge

Gambling Addiction Hotlines Witness Rise in Calls amid US Betting Surge

April 5, 2024April 7, 2024 · Gaming

The expansion of sports betting has been ongoing for less than a decade and now more than half of the US states offer the popular activity. The statewide…

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Gambling with Lives Wants the UKGC to Stop Reckless Gambling Firms

Gambling with Lives Wants the UKGC to Stop Reckless Gambling Firms

February 9, 2024February 9, 2024 · Gaming

A month ago, Gamesys, a leading international online gaming operator, was fined in the United Kingdom over AML and social responsibility violations. Now, Gambling with Lives, a charity…

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Congressional Leaders Aim to Combat Gambling Addiction with GRIT Act

Congressional Leaders Aim to Combat Gambling Addiction with GRIT Act

January 12, 2024January 12, 2024 · Gaming

In a landmark move to address the growing concern of gambling addiction in the United States, Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut and Rep. Andrea Salinas of Oregon introduced…

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Experts Are Concerned about America’s Rising Youth Problem Gambling Rates

Experts Are Concerned about America’s Rising Youth Problem Gambling Rates

December 1, 2023December 1, 2023 · Gaming

Gambling addiction in the United States is getting more and more serious as calls to get the situation under control grow louder. The Guardian spoke with experts who…

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The BMJ Survey Implies Links Between Social Media Use and Youth Gambling

The BMJ Survey Implies Links Between Social Media Use and Youth Gambling

December 1, 2023December 3, 2023 · Gaming

A recent study by The British Medical Journal (BMJ) highlights the dangers social media presents to young people’s health. This, according to the experts, includes higher chances of…

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Gambling Operators in Belgium Unite to Protect Consumers

Gambling Operators in Belgium Unite to Protect Consumers

November 17, 2023November 19, 2023 · Gaming

The easy access to gambling activities online continues to raise concerns about excessive gambling and gambling harm. This issue was addressed by all gambling operators members of the…

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