DraftKings has stunned the UK daily fantasy sports (DFS) community by abruptly pulling its services from the market. After nearly eight years, DraftKings’ decision leaves British DFS fans with fewer options for fantasy sports play. This move impacts both casual and dedicated DFS players, disrupting the market and creating a gap for potential entrants. Learn […]
UK Gambling Industry Celebrates Dame Caroline Dinenage’s Re-election as DCMS Committee Chair The UK gambling sector is set for continued leadership as Dame Caroline Dinenage returns as chair of the DCMS Committee. With her re-election, industry stakeholders see renewed hope for balanced and effective oversight of gambling policy. Discover why the Betting and Gaming Council […]
Star Sports Signals Interest in Sporting Index Acquisition Amid CMA Competition Probe In a bold move that could reshape the UK’s spread betting landscape, Star Sports has signaled its interest in acquiring Sporting Index from Spreadex. This potential acquisition comes on the heels of a Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) probe, which raised concerns over […]
British Online Gambling Flourishes: Quarterly Report Reveals 5% Growth in Revenue Discover how Britain’s online gambling sector is setting new benchmarks in growth and innovation. Amid evolving market dynamics and regulatory landscapes, the latest quarterly figures from the UK Gambling Commission spotlight a noteworthy ascent in online gambling yields. With a significant upswing in key […]
UK Government Holds Back on Stricter Gambling Ad Regulations A Cautious Approach to Gambling Advertising Reforms—In the ongoing debate over gambling advertising regulations in the UK, the government has opted for a cautious, evidence-based approach rather than adopting the stricter measures many anticipated. This decision comes in response to a comprehensive inquiry conducted by the […]
The BGC Grand National Charity Bet Campaign: A Significant Contribution to Community Welfare A Winning Bet for Charity: BGC’s Grand National Event Makes a Mark—The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has once again demonstrated the power of community and charity through its Grand National Charity Bet campaign. In 2024, this initiative not only highlighted the […]
Euro 2024 Advertising: ASA Cracks Down on Gambling Ads Targeting Minors A Preemptive Strike for Ethical Advertising—As the anticipation for Euro 2024 builds, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has issued a stern warning to gambling operators in the UK: tighten your advertising strategies and ensure compliance with the CAP Code to avoid targeting minors. This […]
Redefining Harm: The New Gambling Survey for Great Britain Capturing the Nuances of Gambling Impact in the UK—The Gambling Commission is set to launch a groundbreaking Gambling Survey for Great Britain, promising a transformative approach to measuring gambling-related harm. Spearheaded by Laura Balla, the Head of Research, this new methodology is designed not merely to […]
Elevating Player Safety: GamCare Revamps Safer Gambling Standard In a proactive move to bolster gambling safety across the UK, GamCare has unveiled plans to revise the Safer Gambling Standard, a beacon of responsible gambling practices. This revision aims to adapt the standard to a contemporary structure that better addresses the evolving challenges and dynamics of […]
Discover groundbreaking insights into gambling trends as the British Gambling Commission adopts an innovative ‘push-to-web’ survey methodology. This revolutionary approach has the potential to reshape our understanding of gambling behavior, shedding light on participation rates, motivations, and potential problem areas. With the aim of ensuring relevant and robust statistics, the Commission’s dedication to adapting its […]