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Twitch Bans Gambling-related Links and Referral Codes

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August 19, 2021

Amazon-owned streaming platform Twitch has implemented a ban on content featuring gambling referral codes and links. In a statement, the platform explained it was introducing the ban to prevent scams and harms “created by questionable gambling services that sponsor content.” Effective immediately, links and referral codes for sites offering dice, roulette, or slots, are…

NCPG Issues Guidelines for Payment Providers

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February 5, 2020

The National Council on Problem Gambling has issued new guidelines for the payment providers. The new guidelines will help guide the industry’s thinking about solutions to negative consequences associated with gambling. “Payment limits can be an important responsible gambling tool, offering a consumer-centric approach that emphasizes player control, information, and shared responsibility. Our guidelines…