Congress Sounds Alarm Over Sports Betting on College Campuses
A House committee met this week to discuss the rise of sports betting on college campuses. They discussed an alarming NCAA study and potential solutions. Lawmakers hope the talks will lead to bills to fight the issue.
Will Problem Gambling Keep Texans From Expanding Gambling
A new bill in Texas proposes a public vote on expanding gambling in the state. While opponents in the state legislature will leave office in January, will growing concerns over problem gambling lead voters to reject expansion?
Australia Blocks Three More Illegal Gambling Websites During Awareness Campaign
ACMA has blocked three more illegal gambling websites, bringing Australia's total to 1,850 since 2019 as an international awareness campaign begins.
Australia's BetStop Register Reaches 71,391 as Younger Adults Lead Sign-Ups
Australia's latest BetStop figures reveal 71,391 registrations, with younger adults accounting for almost half of those seeking to block online betting.
NCAA Joins The Bad Actor Program to Help Protect Athletes
The NCAA has announced it has joined the Bad Actor Program to help fight growing harassment from angry bettors. The program will support athletes, coaches, and officials by providing support, tools, and the ability to investigate harassment cases.
Rutgers Study Finds Alarming Results From Underage Gambling Study
A study from Rutgers University found an alarming spike in gambling among bettors between the ages of 13 and 17. About 42.7% of these participants have gambled in the past year, while over 18% reported gambling at least weekly.
Pennsylvania Bills Propose Major Changes to Gambling Market
The Pennsylvania House is considering a bipartisan package of bills to curb problem gambling. The bipartisan effort includes drastic proposals to restrict marketing, bet types, deposits, and permissions for young bettors for both online sports betting and iGaming.
Problem Gambling Foundation Calls for Gambling Advertising Ban in New Zealand
The Problem Gambling Foundation is calling for a gambling advertising ban, saying stronger enforcement is needed as New Zealand moves towards a regulated online casino market.
Colorado Study Links Gambling Ads to Increased Activity
A study from the University of Colorado found a strong link between gambling ads and activity, as well as problem gambling. It found that states where operators spent the most money on ads saw larger spikes in wagers and problem gambling.
Ohio Looks to Restrict Promo Offers for Bettors Using RG Tools
Ohio’s sports betting regulator has proposed a new rule to limit promos for bettors who use responsible gambling tools. It would ban sportsbooks from direct marketing to bettors who have signed up or updated their tools for at least 48 hours.