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Navigating the labyrinth of identity verification in iGaming

In the fast-paced world of iGaming, where regulatory scrutiny is intensifying, the importance of effective identity verification has never been more critical. Operators are scrambling to safeguard their businesses and players alike, as advancements in technology reshape the landscape of compliance and customer experience

Football and gambling companies pressured Australia’s PM to block ad bans

The documents unveiled the betting companies and the NRL and AFL's keenness to engage directly with Prime Minister Albanese's office throughout July, August, and September. They reveal that senior staff in the PM's office met with gambling lobbyists, and the principal private secretary – Albanese's top political adviser – responded personally to correspondence from the football codes.

Finland revises social aid for gamblers

Finland’s Social Insurance Institution, Kela, has introduced changes to its guidelines regarding gambling winnings and social aid.

Jackpot switching: A risky gamble

Jackpot switching a casino prize on behalf of the real winner is a risky gamble. In the world of casino gaming, it’s all about chasing big prizes and relishing the excitement of a big win. However, sometimes, that chase can lead to more than a payout: it can lead to criminal charges.

Gambling addict head of finance jailed for stealing from employer

The former head of finance for The Curve theatre in Leicester, who struggled with a gambling addiction, is now serving a four-year and ten-month prison term for embezzling £868,000 from her employers.

BGC’s global comparative best practice guide for iGaming

The UK Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has unveiled its first International Best Practice Guide for policymakers and operators.

Gambling addict avoids jail despite confessing to stealing $64,000 from a GoFundMe he organised

A gambling addict who cheated a grieving family out of over $64,000 from a GoFundMe he set up avoided jail. Lachlan Morganti, 26, received a two-year community corrections order and 400 hours of community service in Ballarat magistrates’ court in Victoria, Australia.

Gov’t data reveals Covid-19 lockdowns fuel surge in online gambling among UK elderly 

A surge in online gambling among older adults in the UK has been linked to the Covid-19 lockdowns, according to recent government data. The Gambling Commission revealed that nearly 39 percent of individuals aged 65-74 gambled online in the past four weeks, marking a 124 percent increase since 2019.

New York governor signs law requiring warnings on mobile sports betting

The New York Governor signs legislation requiring sports betting ads to include warnings about the potentially harmful effects of gambling.

Denise Coates, the ultimate gambler: An enduring legacy

In his Guardian article ‘The ultimate gambler? Rob Davies’ investigation of Denise Coates’ ascent to becoming Britain’s wealthiest woman delves into the age-old question of the trade-off between personal success and the harm it may cause to others.