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Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 to proceed to report stage on July 11

ESRI report spurs calls for stringent gambling regulations In a recent debate in the lower house of Ireland’s legislature, Minister of State at the Department of Justice and Equality, James Browne TD, announced that the report stage of the Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 will commence on July 11. Browne expressed his intention to expedite the…

NFL changes 2023 gambling policy for players

In response to a number of recent player suspensions that resulted in ongoing investigations, the National Football League (NFL) has announced its plans to reinforce its gambling policy for the upcoming 2023 season. The league revealed these intentions during a conference call with reporters and journalists, outlining a set of “key rules” that will be…

“Responsible Gaming involves all stakeholders and upholding sports integrity” says Safe Gambling lumineer

The SiGMA Americas and BiS Summit provided an invaluable opportunity for stakeholders to come together and collectively work towards a future where responsible gaming is not just a concept, but a concrete reality. By embracing responsible gambling practices, Brazil can foster a thriving industry while prioritising the well-being of its citizens. Responsible Gaming in Brazil…

Brazilian Institute of Responsible Gaming celebrated for contribution at SiGMA Awards 

The first edition of the SiGMA Americas Awards kicked off on the 15th of June at the Casa Bisutti in São Paulo, Brazil, to the sounds of samba, surprise wins, and enthusiastic bidding on a charitable auction held on behalf of the SiGMA Foundation. The extravagant SiGMA Awards Gala Generously sponsored by Smartsoft Gaming, and…

Betsson’s BML Group receives temporary reprieve from imposed fine in Finland

Betsson subsidiary BML Group Ltd has received a temporary reprieve from the substantial €2.4 million fine imposed on it in Finland, as a court has ruled in favour of suspending the fine pending appeals. Following the conditional fine issued by the National Police Board (NPB), BML Group appealed the decision and achieved a victory on…

Spelinspektionen authorises new measures to protect gamblers

Swedish gambling regulator, Spelinspektionen, has been authorised the utilisation of some new measures as a component of the Nordic nation’s efforts to protect the public from all threats derived from illicit gambling activity through stringent regulatory action. Under this new directive the Spelinspektionen will be allowed to purchase gambling services under an anonymous circumstance in…

Transparency, taxes, and responsible gambling: Brazil’s proposed regulations

Brazil’s Federal Government has unveiled its forthcoming plans to regulate fixed-odds sports betting, signalling a significant development in the country. From proposals to action: Brazil’s path to regulated sports betting The Ministry of Finance has drafted proposed rules and measures, which have been shared with stakeholders and agencies through a provisional notice on the government’s…

Gambling addiction fuels Miami auto scam

Thousands of dollars have been scammed away from several individuals when they were ripped off by a Miami Lakes dealership employee. The dealership’s former finance manager, Carlos Ravelo, has been pinpointed as the scam’s culprit. He has been accused of promising customers a deal, but explained that they could only pay in cash and would…

Is it countdown for the publication of the White Paper?

Following a rise in online betting activity and a spate of high profile incidents in which consumers have suffered significant losses, countdown has started for the gambling White Paper. The UK Government is conducting the most comprehensive gambling review in 15 years to ensure the gaming law is current with the digital era.

Family torn apart: Chinese grandfather kidnaps granddaughter to settle $97,000 gambling debt

In a shocking case that exemplifies the dangers of gambling addiction, a Chinese grandfather kidnapped his own granddaughter to pay off a debt of 500,000 yuan ($96,600). A shocking tale of addiction and desperation According to a report in the Shanghai Law Journal, the 65-year-old man, surnamed Yuan, picked up his four-year-old granddaughter from school…