Responsible Gambling News
By: Michael Savio
AGA Updates Responsible Betting Campaign to Include Harassment
The American Gaming Association has updated its “bet responsibly” campaign to tackle the issue of athlete harassment, which continues to rise across the US. The AGA hopes the campaign will help protect athletes as well as avoid heavy-handed regulations.
12/05/2024
Responsible GamblingBy: Michael Savio
New York Makes Significant Change to Sports Betting Advertising Rules
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a new bill into law that will require warnings about addiction in all gambling-related advertising in the state. The message must talk about the dangers and possible consequences of problem gambling.
10/03/2024
Responsible GamblingBy: Michael Savio
Jags Employee Fired Over Stolen Funds Sues FanDuel Sportsbook
Ex-Jags employee Amit Patel is suing FanDuel for $250 million, claiming the company exploited his gambling addiction that led to him stealing $22 million from the team. The lawsuit alleges the company flooded him with messages tempting him to continue gambling.
10/02/2024
Responsible GamblingBy: Michael Savio
Nevada Representative Describes SAFE Bet Act as “Misguided”
Nevada Rep. Dina Titus has become the first member of the US Congress to publicly oppose the recently proposed SAFE Bet Act, calling it a “misguided” effort. The bill aims to give the federal government the power to regulate all sports betting.
09/20/2024
Responsible GamblingBy: Michael Savio
Federal Lawmakers Look to Overhaul Sports Betting Industry
Two lawmakers have proposed the SAFE Bet Act, which would completely overhaul the US sports betting industry. The proposal would reset the market, handing control over to the federal government. The bill would also add severe advertising restrictions and protections for bettors.
09/12/2024
Responsible GamblingBy: Michael Savio
Study Shows US Sportsbooks Not Following Responsible Gaming Regulations
A study from the University of Bristol showed that most US sportsbooks’ social media posts do not include verbiage about responsible gaming. The AGA confirmed the study was likely correct but also clarified that sportsbooks are not required to include it in non-sponsored posts.
09/04/2024
Responsible GamblingBy: Michael Savio
Underdog Fantasy Names New GuardDog Fund Recipient
Underdog Fantasy has announced that the Game Safety Institute will be its next GuardDog fund recipient, furthering its commitment to support responsible gaming initiatives. The funds will educate bettors and study and disseminate data to help curb gambling problems.
08/28/2024
Responsible GamblingBy: Michael Savio
NFL Renews Partnership with Responsible Gaming Organization
The NFL has agreed to give $6.4 million to the National Council on Problem Gambling over the next three years. The deal continues a partnership aimed at curbing problem gambling in the league and across the US.
08/28/2024
Responsible GamblingBy: Michael Savio
New AGA Policy Takes Aim at Sweepstakes-Based Sportsbooks
The American Gaming Association has released a new policy questioning the fairness of sweepstakes sportsbooks, which are currently unregulated in the US. While no legal action will be taken, the new policy shows the group’s plans to reign the industry in.
08/23/2024
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