Responsible Gambling News: Player Safety Updates

Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

Palmerbet Faces Enforcement Action After Self-Excluded Player Kept Betting

Australian bookmaker Palmerbet has entered into a court-enforceable undertaking after regulators found it allowed a BetStop-registered customer to continue gambling.
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

The NCPG Issues Strong Statement on Prediction Markets

The National Council on Problem Gambling issued a press release on its stance regarding prediction markets. In it, the group acknowledged the dangers they pose while also standing by its decision to work with platforms to address them.
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

New York Close to Mandating Monthly Sportsbook Statements

The New York Senate has passed a bill that would mandate monthly sports betting statements for residents. The bill passed each stage of the legislative process by a unanimous vote, sending it to Governor Kathy Hochul for final review.
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Is Anger Toward Kalshi Hurting Responsible Gambling Efforts?

Kalshi has stepped up its efforts to fight problem gambling, but anger from states hasn’t subsided. This has led to resistance from responsible gambling groups across the US, rejecting a potential ally in the fight to curb the growing crisis.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

Dabble Fined AU$1 Million for Breaching Australia’s BetStop Rules

Dabble Sports has paid more than AU$1 million in penalties after Australia’s communications regulator found the bookmaker failed to properly protect customers registered with BetStop.
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Ohio Regulator Officially Exits NCPG Over Kalshi Membership

The Ohio Casino Control Commission has officially withdrawn from the National Council on Problem Gambling. It cited Kalshi's inclusion as the reason for the decision, but didn’t make the news public after notifying the group back in June.
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Illinois Gaming Board Looks to Expand Self-Exclusion List

The IGB has proposed expanding its self-exclusion list. The changes would add slot machines to the list and make it easier for residents to sign up. The Joint Committee on Administrative Rules will now decide whether to approve the proposals.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

South Africa Warns of Rising Gambling Harm as Mobile Betting Grows

South Africa’s gambling regulator has warned that round-the-clock mobile betting is making it easier for vulnerable players to lose control of their spending.
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Sports Betting Alliance Hosts Responsible Gambling Roundtable

The Sports Betting Alliance held a responsible gambling roundtable in Virginia this week. Representatives from bet365, BetMGM, Fanatics, FanDuel, and DraftKings sportsbooks were all present. They discussed the biggest questions around problem gambling while searching for new solutions.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

South Africa Joins First Africa Safer Gambling Week

South Africa will take part in the inaugural Africa Safer Gambling Week from 7–11 September 2026.