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GAMSTOP Records 9.5% Increase of Registrants as it Approaches Sixth Year
As of December, GAMSTOP registrants now top 433,000 with a record 92,086 registrations in 2023
GAMSTOP recorded a 31% year-on-year growth in the number of registrations from people aged 16 to 24 in the second half of the year, which may signal an increased awareness in younger eligible gamblers
GAMSTOP, the free, independent national self-exclusion scheme for online gambling, has today revealed a 9.5% increase in registrations year-on-year from 2022 to 2023.
More than 92,000 vulnerable consumers self-excluded from gambling sites in 2023, making it a record year, and May 2023 was a record month with 8,591 new registrations.
From its inception in April of 2018 to the end of December of 2023, 433,357 people have registered with GAMSTOP, which last year marked its fifth anniversary with an event at the House of Lords, hearing from those with lived experience.
The ongoing increase in registrations suggests that self-exclusion is an important tool for consumers facing challenges with their gambling, giving them a chance to pause and seek additional support.
According to data from the latter half of 2023, GAMSTOP is seeing a continuing increase in registrations from teenagers and young adults with a 31% year-on-year growth in the number of registrations from people aged 16 to 24. The 16 to 24 age group made up around 21% of the registrants between July and December of 2023, up from 17% during the same period in 2022.?GAMSTOP has conducted a successful tour of university campuses around the United Kingdom, educating students on the values of self-exclusion and will soon be revealing the results of its annual research into student gambling.
The majority of people registering with GAMSTOP (55%) sign up for a five-year exclusion; the longest timeframe currently available. Consumers can also choose to self-exclude for shorter periods of six months or one year.
“We are continuing to see a year-on-year increase in the number of registrants, which shows the importance of self-exclusion for anyone struggling with their gambling, alongside other blocking tools and support, the Chief Executive Officer for GAMSTOP, Fiona Palmer, said. “We want to continue raising awareness of GAMSTOP to anyone who might benefit from self-exclusion and to the friends and families of anyone affected by gambling.
“The prevalence of young adults among GAMSTOP’s registrants shows the importance of educating younger consumers and we will continue our outreach to this age group in 2024, working collaboratively with like-minded organisations and harnessing the support of our football club partners.”
Harj Gahley, 38, had a gambling addiction for over ten years starting from the age of 23. He has been working with the gambling charity Red Card for two years as a Non-Executive Director and is registered with GAMSTOP.
“As the prevalence of online gambling has continued to grow in the United Kingdom, schemes such as GAMSTOP have become a necessary lifeline for thousands of vulnerable people,” Gahley said. “For me, GAMSTOP has been a crucial part of my recovery knowing that I’m safely blocked from being able to gamble online.
“With the start of a new year comes the opportunity to implement changes in one’s life, I can’t recommend GAMSTOP highly enough for anyone, young or old, male or female, who might be suffering from gambling-related issues.”
QTech Games, the number-one games distributor for Asia and all emerging markets, has launched with noted casino-games supplier FA CHAI in a deal which adds more muscle to its definitive product portfolio, allowing its platform clients to access another multifaceted catalogue.
Renowned for its exceptional game design and forward-thinking tech, FA CHAI also harnesses different mechanics and features, including Extra Bet and Buy features. All of its high-quality content has been GLI-certified, guaranteeing fairness and security, while its gaming suite brings together a varied mix of engaging slots, fishing, arcade and table games.
FA CHAI’s most popular titles and recent releases include: Lucky Fortunes, Chinese New Year, Sugar Bang Bang, Night Market, Zeus, Golden Genie. While these hits are also complemented by immersive 3D fishing games like Star Hunter and Monkey Key Fishing. Accordingly, these games now all form part of the progressive portfolio made available to QTech Games, its partners and the culturally-varied proclivities of their players.
FA CHAI is a rising-star studio that has been providing breakout gaming content across Asia for over five years. While, as the fastest-growing distributor in Asia in recent history, the QTech Games platform continues to boast the broadest gaming portfolio around, localised for each region, with native mobile apps, powerful reporting and marketing tools, alongside 24/7 local-language support.
QTech Games’ CEO, Philip Doftvik, said: “FA CHAI’s state-of-the-art studio has been delivering a deeper, more engaging experience for players across Asia’s patchwork quilt of gaming preferences, so we were immediately impressed. At QTech Games, we recognise the industry’s need for one partner for all emerging markets, and naturally one of the key components for sustained success is having all the right games and products readily at your disposal.
“Asian operators don’t necessarily care if you have the “traditional” game providers. You need positive differentiation and FA CHAI brings that in spades. After all, if you don’t have the fishing game in China, there’s little chance of becoming successful! And it’s a similar story in other markets – just take the Andar Bahar card game in India, or pachinko in Japan, as instructive examples.
“FA CHAI’s exceptional game design and tech represent an organic addition for our leading distribution model, equipping our operators and their players with a more engaging gaming experience. At the same time, we are delighted to be in a position to offer FA CHAI a gateway to new markets, improved visibility and reach, and plenty of opportunities to grow as a brand.”
The Gaming Team at FA CHAI, added: “We’re delighted to have teamed up with one of the sector’s platform powerhouses. Our games are known for their compelling gameplay, superior graphics and a unique ability to engage players from all walks of life – and we recognise that no-one does diversity and across emerging markets quite like QTech Games!
“As a result, we are thrilled to add more authentic and original Asian flavour to QTech Games’ deep well of gaming verticals, and we look forward to their platform taking our games to fresh audiences across more growth territories.”
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Mindway AI, a leading innovator in advanced responsible gaming technologies, proudly announces a strategic alliance with evoke, a dominant force in the global gambling market.
This partnership signifies a major advancement in the gaming sector, as two industry pioneers come together to bolster player protection and responsible gaming protocols.
The integration of Mindway AI’s state-of-the-art technology into evoke’s platform underscores their commitment to ensuring a safer and engaging gaming experience for their users.
Mindway AI is renowned for its sophisticated software solutions that enhance player protection by combining artificial intelligence, neuroscientific insights, and expert human evaluations. The
incorporation of Mindway AI’s GameScanner solution is an important initiative boosting evoke’s player safety strategy and helping them to deliver their mission to make life more interesting for
their customers.
“We are beyond excited to join forces with evoke, a leading powerhouse renowned for its unwavering commitment to excellence and player satisfaction. This alliance perfectly aligns with
our mission to propel responsible gaming practices forward and set new standards in the industry.” stated Rasmus Kjaergaard, CEO at Mindway AI.
evoke are one of the world’s leading betting and gaming companies with internationally renowned brands, including William Hill, 888, and Mr Green. The operator strives to create an environment that offers the most enjoyable experience for customers and recognise that being uncompromising on safer gambling lies at the heart of this. The incorporation of Mindway AI’s GameScanner solution stands as a powerful initiative aimed at fortifying a secure and responsible gambling atmosphere, all while intensifying the thrill and delight of online gaming.
“Partnering with Mindway AI will allow us to take our approach to player safety to a whole new level. We are totally committed to ensuring our players have a safe, and enjoyable, experience.
Mindway AI are unequivocally experts in identifying signs of potentially harmful gambling, and by harnessing that expertise, we will be able to really enhance our commitment to our players.” said
Will Mace, Group Director of Player Safety, evoke.
The partnership between Mindway AI and evoke represents another important milestone and a leadership turning point in the industry’s move towards higher standards. By harnessing the formidable synergy of artificial intelligence and human expertise, this collaboration is set to elevate responsible gaming standards, forging a powerful path towards a markedly safer and exceedingly responsible online gaming environment.
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Blueprint Gaming’s renowned folklore series returns in style as a host of thrilling mechanics lead the way including the lavish Cash Strike Bonus round and the studio’s brand-new Rapid-Fire Jackpots™ in Luck O’ The Irish Cash Strike.
The classic 3×3 grid takes its place under a true Irish rainbow in the countryside as a feast of fruits is accompanied by diamond and golden coin symbols in the base game.
All Lucky Charm Cash symbols landing on reels one or three are collected when they land alongside a Cash Collect symbol on reel two.
Similarly, the game’s eye-catching Cash Strike Bonus Round is triggered when cash symbols land on both reels one and three alongside a Cash Strike Collect symbol on reel two. Optimising chances for grand wins, all coins that land during the bonus game are collected which resets the total number of free spins to three and continues until all free spins run out.
Returns are also maximised for players through the game’s Gold Pot feature, which sees every Cash or Cash Strike symbol that lands per spin added to the Gold Pot meter above the reels. With the chance of dropping at any point during the gameplay, players are guaranteed additional access to the Cash Strike Bonus Game.
The newest iteration of one of Blueprint’s most popular series also sees players benefit from the recent launch of the studio’s new networked Jackpot system, Rapid Fire Jackpots™. Landing five Rapid Fire symbols anywhere on the reels triggers the Rapid Fire Wheel, offering stake multiplier wins ranging from 5x to 1,000x or one of five progressive pots from Mini to Mega King.
Luck O’ The Irish Cash Strike marks the latest release from Blueprint Gaming’s jam-packed summer slot schedule. A host of titles are still on the horizon and will all feature the studio’s groundbreaking new system as well as Jackpot King variants.
Jo Purvis, Director of Marketing, PR and Events at Blueprint Gaming, said: “Whilst paying testament to the success of our iconic Irish-themed series, we’re confident the incorporation of the engaging and high-reward Cash Strike Bonus Round alongside our new Rapid Fire Jackpots™ mechanic will make Luck O’ The Irish Cash Strike a real winner with players.
“With our exciting summer roadmap already in full force, our latest instalment sets the bar with an exciting quest for golden treasures.”
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