Illegal Gambling: A Fundamental Obstacle to Responsible Gaming

Illegal gambling sites have no KYC or protections for consumers who might have a gambling problem. If we are to have responsible, legal online gambling sites, we have to...

Published September 6, 2024

Balancing Responsibility in Responsible Gambling

The gaming industry must take more affirmative action and be more proactive when approaching responsible gaming. Here’s a few suggestions from Charmaine Hogan (l.), head of regulatory affairs at...

Published September 6, 2024

Addiction as a Syndrome

The science behind addiction research has improved tremendously over the years, says Dr. Katherine Spilde (l.), but there's still a long road ahead.

Published September 6, 2024

GMA Announces New Partnership with Palladino’s Meta-Hospitality

GMA Consulting is teaming up with renowned chef Luke Palladino and his firm Meta-Hospitality to offer comprehensive dining and hospitality advisory services.

Published September 6, 2024

Nevada is Different

Can Nevada be different in a better way when it comes to responsible gambling? Because there are many ways to go, argues Ted Hartwell (l.), executive director of the...

Published September 6, 2024

Responsible Gambling, Problem Gambling: An Interconnected Spectrum of Care

Funding problem gambling treatment is becoming a big issue and the addition of the National Problem Gambling Helpline (1-800-GAMBLER) has multiplied the need.

Published August 30, 2024

SUPPLIERS IN FOCUS

AGEM Memorial Award honorees announced, new launch from Playtech and bet365, a new hire at Zitro and more.

Published September 6, 2024

LATIN AMERICA IN FOCUS

Optimism for Brazil casino vote, latest warning from Yield Sec, Colombian regulator reaches enforcement milestone and more.

Published September 6, 2024

ASIA IN FOCUS

Macua braces for heavy storm, shuttered IPI casino drawing buyers’ interest, new Philippines IR set to begin construction next year and more.

Published September 6, 2024

TRIBAL GAMING IN FOCUS

California tribes get new compacts and score huge legislative victory against cardrooms, smaller margins for tribal operators and more.

Published September 6, 2024

SPORTS BETTING IN FOCUS

Sportsbooks prepare for a critical football season, another operator departs Colorado, the AGA makes big predictions for football handle and more.

Published September 6, 2024

EUROPE IN FOCUS

Questions regarding Flutter/ Spribe trademark case, rumors swirling between Kambi and Genius Sports, Finland prepares for a market overhaul and more.

Published September 6, 2024

US IN FOCUS

Next steps for Norfolk casino bid, controversy surrounding Maine’s top regulator, more illegal skill games in Kentucky and more.

Published September 6, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Philippine Ex-Mayor Alice Guo Arrested in Indonesia

Alice Guo, former Philippines mayor wanted in connection with crimes at an offshore gaming center, was apprehended Sept. 3 in Indonesia. Accused of involvement in crimes at an offshore...

Published September 6, 2024

Union Pulling Out of AC After Smoking Decision

The Atlantic City affiliate of the United Auto Workers union has threatened to pull out of the market in reaction to the dismissal of a lawsuit that sought to...

Published September 6, 2024

Industry Veterans Defy the Odds with New Startup Launchpad

A trio of gaming industry veterans will look to identify and support industry founders through Defy the Odds, a startup launchpad connecting them to mentors, investors and partners.

Published August 30, 2024

Financial Literacy and Gambling

When looking to tackle a problem, addressing the root cause is often the most effective method. In the case of problem gambling, Sightline's Dakota Pate (l.) ponders the idea...

Published August 30, 2024

‘I Don’t Need Help’

Today’s RGEM column from the University of Sydney’s Dr. Sally Gainsbury (l.) argues that sustainable gambling tools can be redesigned to be relevant for all players.

Published August 30, 2024

Reevaluating the Language We Use in Responsible Gaming

We can talk the talk and walk the walk, but what if people don’t understand the “talk” part? It's time to consider some changes, argues Alan Feldman (l.), director...

Published August 30, 2024

Advancing RG through RGEM

Reflections and goals for Responsible Gaming Education Month 2024 with Joe Maloney (l.), senior vice president, strategic communications at the American Gaming Association.

Published August 30, 2024