November 8, 2024

GGL and State Coordinators Collaborate on Gambling Regulation

The Joint Gambling Authority of the States (GGL) and German state coordinators recently held a high-level meeting focused on advancing sustainable gambling regulation and addiction prevention strategies. With an eye on tackling gambling addiction in online sports betting and slot machines, the GGL aims to implement targeted prevention measures that prioritize early detection and effective […]

November 6, 2024

Dutch Gambling Act Review Criticizes Shortfalls

The Dutch Gambling Act has come under fire in a recent government review, which highlights significant gaps in player protection and responsible gambling measures. Despite regulatory efforts, the report concludes that the Act has fallen short of its objectives to foster a safe, sustainable gambling market. With weaknesses in addiction prevention, enforcement, and oversight, the […]

September 30, 2024

Former Regulator Calls for Uniform Gambling Age of 21

Imagine a world where every form of gambling—from buying a lottery ticket to placing a sports bet—requires a uniform minimum age of 21. Former New Jersey gaming regulator David Rebuck is proposing just that, aiming to standardize age restrictions across all gambling platforms. Could this bold move reshape the landscape of gambling in the U.S. […]

September 2, 2024

Belgium Raises Minimum Gambling Age to 21

Belgium Sets 21 as Minimum Age for All Gambling; Concerns Over Illegal Market Rise Belgium has implemented a significant change in its gambling regulations, raising the minimum age for gambling to 21 across all sectors. This move, intended to standardize age requirements and enhance player protection, comes amid growing concerns about the impact of gambling […]

AGA Opposes GRIT Act: Federal Sports Betting Excise Tax Controversy

The American Gaming Association (AGA) stands firmly against the GRIT Act, triggering a nationwide debate on the allocation of federal sports betting excise tax. Discover the compelling arguments and implications in this contentious issue. AGA’s Opposition to GRIT Act In a significant move, the American Gaming Association (AGA) has publicly opposed the GRIT Act, a […]

January 12, 2024

US Bill Targets Gambling Addiction with Federal Funding Initiative

Revolutionizing Gambling Addiction Care: The GRIT Act’s Pioneering Approach The United States is poised to make a groundbreaking move in addressing gambling addiction through the introduction of the Gambling addiction Recovery, Investment, and Treatment (GRIT) Act. This federal bill, presented in both the House and Senate, marks a crucial legislative attempt to tackle the growing […]

January 12, 2024

Belgium Proposes Raising Gambling Age to 21 for Enhanced Protection

Towards a Safer Gaming Environment: Belgium’s Push to Raise Gambling Age In a decisive move to enhance public safety and responsible gaming, the Belgian expertise centre for alcohol, illegal drugs, psychoactive medication, gambling, and gaming (VAD) has proposed a significant change in gambling legislation. The suggestion to elevate the minimum gambling age to 21 in […]

October 2, 2023

Major Overhaul on the Horizon: Dutch NRV Advocates for Stricter Gambling Measures!

In a move that could reshape the gambling landscape of the Netherlands, the National Rapporteur on Addictions (NRV) has unveiled a series of bold recommendations that advocate for more stringent regulation and player protections. Based on the comprehensive report examining the health impacts of gambling, the NRV has proffered 22 impactful opinions to the Ministry […]