November 21, 2024

Roblox Denies Underage Gambling Allegations in a Lawsuit

Roblox, the global online gaming sensation, faces a class-action lawsuit alleging it facilitated underage gambling. Parents claim third-party websites exploit Roblox’s virtual currency, Robux, for gambling-like activities, targeting minors. Roblox refutes the allegations, detailing robust safety measures and legal defenses to protect its young users. Explore how this lawsuit could reshape online gaming regulations and […]

October 28, 2024

Isle of Man Licensees Block Nearly 3,000 Underage Gamblers

The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) has reported that nearly 3,000 underage players were successfully blocked from accessing licensed gambling platforms in 2023. This finding highlights the effectiveness of current age verification and responsible gambling measures implemented by Isle of Man licensees. With only a small percentage of responsible gambling tools actively used, […]

October 14, 2024

ALH Fined AU$177,500 in Victoria for Underage Gambling

The Australian Leisure and Hospitality Group (ALH) has been hit with a AU$177,500 fine by the Victoria Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) for allowing minors to gamble at multiple venues. This significant penalty underscores Victoria’s zero-tolerance approach to underage gambling violations, reinforcing the state’s commitment to ensuring the safety of young people. Read on […]

September 21, 2024

Federal Judge Greenlights Class-Action Lawsuit Over Roblox

Roblox Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over Allegations of Encouraging Underage Gambling A federal judge in California has allowed a class-action lawsuit against Roblox, one of the world’s most popular online gaming platforms, to proceed. The lawsuit claims that Roblox facilitates underage gambling by allowing third-party developers to create virtual casinos where users can gamble with the […]

May 6, 2024

Ontario Students Caught in Illegal Gambling Web

Illegal Gambling Ring Targets Ontario Students: A Call for Vigilance and Reform The recent discovery of an illegal gambling operation in Orillia, Ontario, has sent shockwaves through the community. Targeting high school students, this scheme not only exposes the vulnerable but also underscores the darker sides of unregulated online gambling. As authorities step up enforcement, […]

April 10, 2024

ANJ Makes Strides in Problem Gambling Prevention

France’s ANJ Reports Advances in Combating Problem Gambling Amid Calls for Further Action France’s gambling regulator, L’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has recently highlighted the “significant progress” made in problem gambling prevention across the country. Following a mandate from a 2019 ordinance, all French operators are required to submit an annual action plan aimed at […]

January 15, 2024

Victoria Gambling Watchdog Mandates Cashless Betting Terminals

Cashless Betting: Victoria’s Bold Move to Safeguard Responsible Gaming In a groundbreaking move, the Victoria Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has directed Tabcorp to convert most of its electronic betting terminals (EBTs) in Victoria to a cashless system. This decisive action follows several incidents of underage gambling, spotlighting the necessity for stricter regulatory measures […]