Sweden's state-owned gambling operator Svenska Spel has defended its commitment to safer gambling after facing public criticism over whether its recent commercial success is being prioritised ahead of player protection. The discussion emerged after Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet questioned whether the operator's strong financial performance was fully aligned with its long-standing responsibility to promote responsible gambling....
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Responsible Gambling
July 1, 2026
Casino Guru Academy launches course on self‑exclusion best practice
Casino Guru Academy has introduced a new educational programme designed to help iGaming operators strengthen responsible gambling practices and improve player protection. The latest course, Advanced Insights: Self-Exclusion Best Practice,...
Responsible Gambling
June 25, 2026
Will Mace joins Mindway AI to advance player safety
Will Mace joins Mindway AI to lead research-driven player safety programmes focused on improving gambling interventions and outcomes.
Responsible Gambling
June 23, 2026
SBC Summit to Examine What Effective Player Protection Looks Like in Practice
As expectations around player safety continue to evolve, operators face increasing pressure to detect signs of gambling-related harm earlier and implement more effective interventions. Against this backdrop, the Player Protection...
Responsible Gambling
June 2, 2026
European operators support new EN 18144 standard for safer gambling
EN 18144 safer gambling gives European operators nine behavioural markers for detecting risky play, while remaining voluntary and subject to national law.
Partnerships & Expansion
April 22, 2026
Gaming Corps launches full games portfolio with BetWright in the UK
Gaming Corps has strengthened its presence in the United Kingdom after launching its complete games portfolio with BetWright, a platform operated by Onyx Gaming Limited. The agreement represents a further...
Gambling Authorities
April 1, 2026
European regulators form cross border gambling communication network
European gambling regulators have taken a further step toward coordinated oversight with the launch of a new communication-focused initiative that brings together authorities from multiple jurisdictions. The initiative reflects a...
Responsible Gambling
February 3, 2026
UK gambling advertising spend falls as illegal marketing risk rises
Advertising expenditure by licensed gambling operators in Great Britain has continued to decline according to a new independent study commissioned by the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC). The report highlights...
Responsible Gambling
January 19, 2026
Betfair urged to repay fraud-linked commissions after court case
Betfair is facing renewed and increasingly public pressure to return tens of thousands of pounds in commission connected to a high-profile gambling fraud case, after a UK court heard that...
Responsible Gambling
January 19, 2026
Mindway AI and PepperMill Casino boost player safety in Belgium
Mindway AI, a recognised leader in advanced technology for player protection in the gambling industry and PepperMill Casino, a long‑established operator with more than 30 years of experience, have announced...
Responsible Gambling
January 6, 2026
eGaming Integrity launches independent Safer Gambling Audit Service
eGaming Integrity, a leading compliance and internal audit advisory firm, has formally announced the launch of its Safer Gambling Audit Service, a new initiative designed to provide independent assurance to...
Responsible Gambling
January 5, 2026
Ciaran Henry appointed VP to enhance BetBlocker safer gambling
BetBlocker, a leading provider of gambling blocking software, has announced the appointment of Ciaran Henry as vice president of user experience. Henry, who previously served as a safer gambling consultant...
Compliance & AML
November 20, 2025
Videoslots receives £650,000 sanction for gambling failures
The British Gambling Commission has issued a £650,000 sanction against Videoslots after identifying a series of social responsibility and anti-money laundering (AML) shortcomings. The decision reflects the Commission’s ongoing enforcement...
Responsible Gambling
November 17, 2025
Support for neurodivergent people in gambling harm services
GambleAware has introduced a comprehensive set of resources and an accompanying research report aimed at improving support for neurodivergent individuals who may be experiencing gambling-related harm. The initiative is positioned...
Responsible Gambling
November 6, 2025
European Safer Gambling Week 2025 launches official website
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has officially unveiled the website for the European Safer Gambling Week 2025 (ESGW25), which can be accessed at www.safergambling.eu. This milestone marks a...
Gambling Authorities
September 22, 2025
UK Gambling Commission closes Advisory Board for Safer Gambling
The United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) has formally announced the closure of the Advisory Board for Safer Gambling (ABSG). This decision follows the conclusion of the board’s original mandate, which...
Responsible Gambling
September 18, 2025
EGBA urges approval of European safer gambling standard
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has urged European delegates to approve a new standard aimed at enhancing player protection across the online gambling sector. The proposed framework focuses...
Responsible Gambling
September 3, 2025
Casino Guru and WinSpirit promote responsible gambling
Casino Guru, a recognized authority on safer gambling practices, and WinSpirit, a popular online gaming brand, have successfully concluded the SmartPlay Social Media campaign. This joint initiative was designed to...
Responsible Gambling
August 20, 2025
GambleAware warns safer gambling adverts may backfire
Recent research commissioned by GambleAware has highlighted concerning trends in industry-produced safer gambling adverts, revealing that, in some cases, these campaigns may unintentionally encourage gambling rather than mitigate harm. The...
Financial Results
August 14, 2025
Rank Group FY2025 revenue rises 11% on casino reforms
The Rank Group has reported robust financial results for the fiscal year ending 30 June 2025, posting an 11% increase in like-for-like net gaming revenue (NGR) to £795.3 million ($1.07...
Gambling Law & Taxation
August 6, 2025
UK gambling law faces political disagreement
The ongoing debate over the future of gambling regulation in the United Kingdom has reached a new level of intensity, as members of the ruling Labour Party express diverging views...
People & Appointments
July 23, 2025
Midnite Appoints Alex Henderson as VP of Compliance
UK-based sportsbook and online casino operator Midnite, which has been experiencing rapid growth, has named Alex Henderson as its newly appointed Vice President of Compliance. This key leadership addition reflects...
Responsible Gambling
June 12, 2025
Gambling awareness rises among SPFL footballers
A recent evaluation of the Scottish Professional Football League’s (SPFL) new gambling harm prevention education programme has shown significant progress in raising awareness among players and staff regarding the risks...
Responsible Gambling
June 5, 2025
European Safer Gambling Week 2025 Announced by EGBA
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has officially revealed that the 2025 European Safer Gambling Week (ESGW) is scheduled to run from November 17 to 23, 2025. This initiative,...
Compliance & AML
May 15, 2025
UKGC issues £2M penalty to Spreadex for AML breaches
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has issued a substantial penalty of £2,022,000 to Spreadex, the operator behind the online betting platform Spreadex.com, following a detailed investigation into the company’s compliance...
Compliance & AML
May 7, 2025
iGaming expert Iliana Lazarova joins BetComply
BetComply, a leading name in regulatory and technical compliance within the iGaming industry, has announced the appointment of Iliana Lazarova as its first ever Head of Account Management. The move...
Responsible Gambling
May 7, 2025
EGBA pushes for safer gambling in Romania
In a decisive move to strengthen responsible gambling practices across Europe, the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has renewed its call for Romania to establish a national self-exclusion system...