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UKGC is Dedicated to Addressing Gambling Harm

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) said that it is bound to tackling the growing gambling harm in the country. Analysts of existing market data came forward out of concern about the link between problem gambling and suicide. The company has released reports detailing the condition of problem gambling in the country as part of the […]

Unionised Casino Workers in Florida Strike After Casino Merger

Unionised casino workers at the Isle Casino Pompano Park in Pompano, Florida have begun their strike action this weekend. This is South Florida’s first ever casino workers strike. Frustrated with the recent changes after the casino was bought casino operator Eldorado Resorts, the Local 335 of UNITE HERE union voted on the weekend to hold […]

Australian Vets Want the Removal of Poker Machines from RSL Clubs

The Young Australian military veterans who are part of the Returned and Service League (RSL) they are lobbying to get the poker machines to be removed at their branches. The reason behind this as said by the Army officer David Petersen is to have strict measures that will tackle the poker machines from spreading. At […]

Dodgy Gambling Sites a Rising Problem in New Zealand

New Zealand authorities have been battling dodgy gambling sites for some time. International casino sites are encroaching on the Kiwi online gaming market, presenting many risks and problems for Kiwi players. Licensed and regulated online casino operators in New Zealand being cannibalised by these offshore sites. Furthermore, players are exposed to gambling-related harm and data […]

PointsBet Fined by the NSWLGB for Gambling Ads

The Australian PointsBet betting operator has been fined by the New South Wales Liquor and Gambling Board (NSWLGB). They were being penalized for breaching the state law in terms of the use of bonuses for new players. When appearing in court, they pleaded guilty and accepted to pay a fine of AU$20 000. PointsBet was […]