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EPIC Global Solutions and the Entain Foundation US have formed a deal with Major League Baseball to help educate minor league players on the risks of gambling. The partnership will see newly rebranded EPIC provide the MLB’s minor league players with lived experience educational sessions focusing on responsible gambling and wider mental health initiatives.  “We are pleased to be able …

The Premier League’s decision to phase out gambling shirt sponsorships by the end of the 2025/26 season proved to be a significant moment for the sports’ storied history with betting partners. However, this has not deterred bookmakers from seeking to capitalise on the maximum visibility of the league while the opportunity remains. With the new season just a few weeks …

EPIC Risk Management and Entain Foundation US have announced a three-year partnership with the Major League Soccer Players Association (MLSPA). The collaboration will focus on providing gambling awareness educational programs and advisory resources. This will also include awareness workshops, prevention resources, advisory resources and further content to all members. Ben McGregor, Director of Sports Partnerships at EPIC Risk Management, said: …

In light of Ivan Toney receiving his ban from the FA this week, Ben McGregor, EPIC Risk Management‘s Director of Sports Partnerships, assesses what steps football and its trusted partners can take to ensure players follow betting regulations. Before reflecting on the Brentford and England forward’s eight-month ban and £50,000 fine, the Director highlighted the importance of preluding any discussion …

EPIC Risk Management has announced new members of its Pro Sport Advisory Board (PSAB), covering a range of sporting sectors and professional areas of expertise. The additions to the consultancy’s professional sports lived experience advisory committee also represent the widening international scope of its operations, particularly in North America. Joining the firm are Mike Riley from the UK, Managing Director …

As the Gambling Act review White Paper is once again delayed following a change in DCMS leadership, EPIC Risk Management has published its own assessment of hot button topics.  The research was overseen by EPIC’s Pro Sport Advisory Board (PSAB), established back in October 2021, and centres around recommendations for professional sports clubs, leagues and governing bodies to address problem …

EPIC Risk Management continues in its efforts to minimise gambling harm through a partnership with Racing Welfare. The collaboration with the charity – which supports the workforce of British horseracing, comes during Safer Gambling Week, a cross-industry initiative to promote safer betting in the UK and Ireland. Working with Racing Welfare as the charity’s Safer Gambling Education Partner to provide …