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UK Minister Urges Gambling Industry to Tackle Risks of Problem Gambling During Coronavirus Outbreak
Nigel Huddleston, the UK’S Minister for Sport, Tourism and Heritage, has urged the gambling industry to do all it can to tackle the risks of problem gambling during coronavirus outbreak.
The minister has written to the Chief Executives of five leading online gambling operators – Bet 365, GVC, Skybet, William Hill and Flutter – and the trade body the Betting and Gaming Council to:
Request regular and comprehensive internal data around online gambling habits as a result of the ongoing lockdown measures;
Remind them of their responsibilities and encourage extra steps to protect players at this time of heightened risk;
Call for a greater prominence of safer gambling messaging within their advertising aimed at existing and potential customers across television, radio, online and print media. This should more clearly warn of risks and signpost people to sources of support, such as GambleAware.
These measures will support DCMS and the Gambling Commission to make a full assessment of the impact of the current circumstances on gambling habits, monitor whether risks are materialising, to what extent operators are taking action, and whether the current regulations and voluntary measures by the industry are sufficient to prevent an increase in gambling-related harm.
“As we stay at home and spend more time online, it is vital that no stone is left unturned in protecting people from gambling related harm. Whilst overall gambling participation has fallen in recent weeks and the industry has made notable contributions to support the national response, we must take proactive steps now, and keep these measures under review. I expect patterns of play to be closely monitored so we can move quickly if there is any evidence of problem gambling increasing. I also want more to be done to promote responsible gambling during the pandemic,” Nigel Huddleston said.
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ATG Releases its Channeling Report for the Third Quarter of 2024
ATG has released its channeling report for the third quarter of 2024.
The report, which covers the time period from the first quarter of 2019 to the third quarter of 2024, highlights a worrying situation in the gaming industry. It shows that there is still a large proportion of gambling activities that take place outside the regulated system.
The purpose of the report is to increase knowledge about unlicensed gambling in Sweden. Through a better understanding of its scope and development, ATG wants to contribute to ensuring that the right measures are taken, so that the licensed gambling can out-compete the unlicensed and thus increase the channelisation rate.
The channelisation rate for games in the third quarter of 2024 is estimated at 70–82%, which is to be compared with the government’s goal for games with licensed operators of 90%. The ratio has stabilised somewhat compared to the previous quarter, but the long-term trend is still downward.
The result is alarming because unlicensed gambling is more likely to be linked to problem gambling.
“Unlicensed gambling is estimated to have a gross turnover of up to SEK 150 billion – equivalent to the cost of the entire Swedish primary school. To simultaneously make such high demands on us licensed gambling companies, while these enormous sums escape regulation and control, is both unreasonable and counterproductive,” said ATG CEO Hasse Lord Skarplöth.
Other key findings in the report for the third quarter:
Visitor traffic from Sweden to unlicensed companies has increased tenfold since 2019.
18 of the 20 unlicensed sites with the largest visitor traffic during the quarter had the same platform providers as the companies within the license system.
Only two of the 20 unlicensed sites were on the Spelinspektionen’s ban list.
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1spin4win and mBitcasino introduce exclusive branded slot game mBit Diamonds
1spin4win is proud to announce the launch of mBit Diamonds, a custom-branded slot game created in collaboration with mBitcasino, a global crypto online casino.
Designed exclusively for mBitcasino, this release highlights 1spin4win’s expertise in crafting bespoke games that combine engaging gameplay with strong brand integration.
Available starting December 7, 2024, mBit Diamonds is tailored to reflect mBitcasino’s brand identity, featuring the casino’s mascot, Mr. Bitty, as a high-paying symbol. With 1,024 paylines, a sleek diamond theme, a 97.20% RTP, and the potential to win up to x4,500, the game delivers generous payouts.
The creation of mBit Diamonds demonstrates the growing importance of branded slots in today’s competitive online casino market. Custom games provide operators with a distinctive edge, combining visually engaging designs with gameplay mechanics tailored to their players’ preferences. For mBitcasino, this collaboration strengthens its brand identity while offering its community a game that’s both entertaining and rewarding.
Olga Hlukhovskaya, Business Development Director at 1spin4win, commented, “It’s not easy to stand out in iGaming, but custom games like mBit Diamonds help online casinos do just that. With game customization, we at 1spin4win bring together our well-balanced gameplay and strong branding to keep players interested, build a strong connection to the operator, and help our partners stay ahead.”
Joseph Adkins, Casino Manager at mBitcasino, added, “We’re pleased to offer mBit Diamonds to our community. The game reflects the unique character of our brand and was thoughtfully designed to align with what our players value. Working with 1spin4win has been a smooth and professional process, and we’re confident this game will resonate with our audience.”
To learn more about custom games and other promotional tools from 1spin4win, visit the studio’s website.
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