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IGRG to promote ‘open and inclusive conversation’ during Responsible Gambling Week 2019

SBC News IGRG to promote 'open and inclusive conversation' during Responsible Gambling Week 2019

The Industry Group For Responsible Gambling (IGRG) has outlined plans to bring the UK and Irish gambling industries together as part of this year’s Responsible Gambling Week 2019. The aim of the campaign, which will take place from November 7 – November 13, is to promote an industry-wide conversation regarding safer gambling methods, as well as the promotion of tools, …

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Tony Joeglal, Euro Payment Group: Local customisation key as new ways to play emerge

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Tony Joeglal, VP Sales and Marketing at Euro Payment Group (EPG), tells us that an operator needs to offer local payment solutions to build the best relationships with its players, why providing services to former anti-gambling countries should be treated as an opportunity, and how – regardless of any country specific regulations – online gamblers expect to enjoy a quick …

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Digitain targets igaming’s own version of the Netflix experience

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An ongoing discussion surrounding the personalisation of sports data has led to many in the industry searching for what has been described as the ‘Netflix experience’. This ‘experience’ is so-called because of Netflix’s personalisation process. The online TV and movie streaming service applies an algorithm which recommends titles to the user based on their viewing history. Similar use of data …

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Bet on Alfa demonstrates integrity commitment with IBIA membership

SBC News Bet on Alfa demonstrates integrity commitment with IBIA membership

Bet on Alfa has become the latest sports betting operator to join the recently-rebranded International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA), joining the likes of Virgin Bet and the Bethard Group. Under the terms of its membership, Bet on Alfa will be able to both utilise the IBIA’s global monitoring and alert platform, as well as feed data into the platform in …

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October sees GamCare Helpline become a 24hr service

SBC News October sees GamCare Helpline become a 24hr service

UK problem gambling support and treatment charity GamCare has reminded its betting industry and national health stakeholders that from 1 October 2019, the ‘National Gambling Helpline’ will be run as a 24-hour service. The National Gambling Helpline (0808 8020 133) updates its operating schedule of 8am-to-midnight, transforming into a ‘UK Helplines’ accredited 24-hour support structure open every day of the year. …

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MGA strengthens partnership with TIU

SBC News MGA strengthens partnership with TIU

Strengthening its fight against betting-related corruption, the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has secured a data-sharing agreement with the Tennis Integrity Unit (TIU). The duo, which have worked alongside one another for a number of years, will continue to collaborate on their joint efforts to combat match-fixing. The MGA’s Sports Integrity Officer, Antonio Zerafa stated: “The MGA has long held an …

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Glasgow City Council to develop new approach to tackle problem gambling

SBC News Glasgow City Council to develop new approach to tackle problem gambling

Glasgow City Council is preparing to stage a summit in order to examine gambling related challenges in the city and develop a new framework to combat and reduce gambling harms.  The summit, which will feature academics, third sector, health professionals, youth workers and individuals who have suffered with gambling problems, was approved at a meeting of the Council’s Wellbeing, Empowerment, …

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Highlight Games secures new deal with Fortuna

SBC News Highlight Games secures new deal with Fortuna

Video virtual sports supplier Highlight Games has secured a new pan-European framework agreement with the Fortuna Entertainment Group which will see the supplier deliver its virtual sports products online, on mobile and in retail locations across central Europe. Under the terms of the agreement, Highlight Games will deliver its ‘SOCCERBET’ flagship product in both league and single match formats, with …

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