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UK Will Not Ban Video Games Loot Boxes Despite Problem Gambling Findings

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  Loot boxes in video games will not be banned in the UK, despite a government consultation finding evidence of a “consistent” association between the features and problem gambling. Loot boxes have attracted comparison with gambling because they allow players to spend money to unlock in-game rewards, such as special characters, weapons or outfits, without…

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Dutch Govt Launches Consultation on Advertising Restrictions

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  The Dutch government has launched a consultation on its plans to introduce sweeping new restrictions on gambling ads. It was already known that the plans included a ban on all broadcast advertising from January 1 and a phased ban on sponsorship. Targeted online advertising would still be allowed, but it is now emerged that…

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Play’n GO enters America

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  The world’s leading gaming entertainment supplier to regulated markets has secured a Provisional Internet Gaming Supplier (B2B) license in Michigan, sealing its entry into the USA for the first time Play’n GO has entered the US online casino market, with CEO Johan Törnqvist heralding the move as a ‘landmark moment’ for the company. As…

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ACMA Blocks More Illegal Offshore Gambling Websites

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  The ACMA has requested that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block more illegal offshore gambling websites. The illegal gambling sites blocked include: Pokie Island Rich Palms Lucky Tiger Casino Megaslot Bitkingz Parimatchwin Casino Rocket Montecryptos Cabarino Jackpot Jill VIP Robin Roo The ACMA undertook investigations that found these sites to be operating in breach…

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ACMA: National Gambling Self-exclusion Register One Step Closer

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  Australia’s national self-exclusion register for online and phone gambling has moved a step closer with the release of industry rules for the register and the announcement of its new name – BetStop. Under the rules, interactive wagering providers will be required to promote BetStop through their website, apps and marketing. The rules also detail…

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Congratulations on appointment and invitation to meet ahead of Gambling Review

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  The below letter is from John White, CEO of bacta, the trade body which represents seaside arcades and adult gaming centres across the UK. Congratulations on your appointment as Minister for Tech and the Digital Economy. We enjoyed a positive working relationship with your predecessor, Chris Philp MP, and look forward to enjoying a…

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