Player Protection News and Responsible Gambling Updates
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Illinois Gov. Pritzker signs law classifying gambling disorder as medical addiction
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed Senate Bill 2749, officially recognizing gambling disorder as an addiction to unlock state-funded treatment and prevention programs.
The Affiliate Blind Spot: Player Protection Must Start at the Discovery Stage
Comparison sites need to evolve from traffic merchants to active protectors. Research shows 81 percent of consumers won't buy from brands they don't trust.
Project Nexus: GamCare Seeks Advanced Tech to Combat Gambling Harm
GamCare has launched Project Nexus to modernize its digital infrastructure, aiming to enhance support for over 100,000 annual contacts through technological innovation.
Australia: AU$75,000 Fine for Keno Operator Due to Self-Exclusion Failure
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission has fined Keno Vic AU$75,000 after a self-excluded player managed to gamble via a second account.
NCPG Sponsorship Controversy: Recovered Gambler Slams Industry Funding
A former gambler who lost $10 million criticizes the National Council on Problem Gambling for accepting sponsorships from firms like FanDuel and Kalshi.
New Better Gambling Forum consolidates global player protection expertise
Hard Rock VP Paul Pellizzari introduces the Better Gambling Forum to create a comprehensive library of resources, as US gambling addiction searches rise by 23 percent.
Profit Over Responsibility? Svenska Spel Denies Allegations from Swedish Media
Swedish state operator Svenska Spel rejects claims of prioritizing income over player protection, even as Q2 GGR climbed to SEK 1.963 billion.
Arizona Gambling Trends: Sharp Increase in Addiction Risks Spark Concern
The Arizona Department of Gaming reports that nearly 20% of adults now fall into moderate to high-risk categories just three years after sports betting legalization.
Gambling in Transition: Sweden Warns of Risks for Young Women
A recent Swedish study reveals a decline in overall gambling issues, yet highlights a critical spike in risks for women aged 18-26 with mental health disorders.
TaDa Gaming Prioritizes Transparency: Responsible Gaming as Growth Driver in UK Market
Since entering the UK in 2025, TaDa Gaming has focused on compliance. With over 10 global licenses, the provider proves that safety is a real competitive advantage.
FEJAR and ESG iGaming unite to elevate global safer gambling standards
A strategic partnership between Spain's FEJAR and Austria's ESG iGaming was launched on July 21, 2026, to put social responsibility at the heart of the industry.
Gambling Harm Epidemic in Australia: Over Three Million Adults Affected
Latest data from Roy Morgan indicates that 15.1% of the Australian adult population experienced gambling harm in March 2026, intensifying calls for political action.
Casino Zoetermeer Fined Over Cruks Exclusion Breach
The Dutch gambling regulator KSA has issued a 21,500 Euro fine after two self-excluded players managed to bypass identity checks at Casino Zoetermeer.
Gamstop Demands United Front Against Illegal Casinos and Non-Gamstop Ads
Katie Reynolds-Jones of Gamstop criticizes advertising for non-Gamstop casinos and calls for consistent alignment from social media platforms and regulators to curb the online gambling black market. The targeted advertising to self-excluded players by illegal operators is particularly harmful.
Anonymity: A Key to Gambling Harm Support, BetBlocker Report Highlights Benefits
A new BetBlocker report emphasizes the vital role of anonymity in combating stigma and providing effective gambling harm support. Nearly 85% of survey respondents cited anonymity as a central feature of the service.