The recently formed Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA), led by Executive Director Dr. Jennifer Shatley (l.), brings together the leading online gaming companies to find approaches and solutions for those afflicted with problem gambling through exhaustive research.
The gaming industry’s approach to problem gambling needs to be one of unity and cooperation. Research and treatment should go hand-in-hand to help those afflicted with problem gambling, argues Connie Jones (l.), director of RG for the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers.
At MGM Resorts, responsible gaming is a year-round, 24-7 commitment to helping to prevent problem gambling within its properties and online, says Chief Compliance Officer & Senior Vice President Stephen Martino (l.).
The International Center for Responsible Gaming is a key organization in the battle against problem gambling. As Innovation Group President Michael Soll (l.) notes, its research reveals some of the most pressing issues funded by major industry partners.
A pair of U.S. lawmakers have proposed new legislation that would establish a federal framework for online sports betting. The bill’s sponsors, New York Rep. Paul Tonko and Connecticut Sen. Richard Blumenthal, argue that the state-by-state format has not been successful.
It was a busy few days for Wynn Resorts—the company entered into a $130 million non-prosecution agreement with federal authorities for previous unlicensed transactions. Then days later it extended some $800 million in senior notes.
Long-awaited interest rate cuts from the Fed may finally start to come to fruition here soon. That would have a big impact on everything from investment to debt restructuring, and gamers could be among the biggest winners.
