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GambleAware Awards £350,000 Grant to Fund Research into Gambling Stigmatisation and Discrimination
GambleAware has awarded a £350,000 grant to the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) and the University of Wolverhampton, who are collaborating with Liverpool John Moores University to examine how people who experience gambling harms are affected by stigma and discrimination.
The research will look to identify how people who experience gambling harms are stigmatised and discriminated against by a range of groups and sectors across society, including:
- service and healthcare providers
- civil society, and third sector and charitable organisations
- their communities and families
- popular media, and in political and policy discourse
- the gambling industry more generally
NatCen and the University of Wolverhampton will also establish which communities are disproportionately impacted by stigmatisation and why, particularly how stigma can intersect and affect people who struggle with gambling in addition to other challenges. This would include people who experience gambling harms as well as drug use, anxiety or depression, or have lived experiences of homelessness.
The research will identify the kinds of services, interventions, information campaigns, and policies needed to challenge stigmatisation, including widespread stigma in research and the media, and aim to reduce gambling harms for stigmatised communities. Findings are expected to be made available in 2024.
Anna Hargrave, GambleAware’s Chief Commissioning Officer, said: “Currently there is limited research into stigma and gambling in Great Britain. We know further research is needed to break down the substantive barrier of stigmatisation – and the discrimination it drives – faced by those experiencing gambling harms and their communities. Stigmatisation causes significant harm in and of itself, and can lead to people feeling shame, experiencing mental health challenges and social exclusion. We also know that stigma can stop people from accessing essential support or treatment services such as the National Gambling Treatment Service.
“This research with NatCen and the University of Wolverhampton will be an important step towards a programme of work that builds more knowledge in this area.”
Stigma will be a major focus of GambleAware’s work across 2023 and 2024, including plans to launch a major new behaviour change campaign in Spring to reduce the stigma associated with gambling harms.
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ANJ Appoints Pauline Hot as its Director General

French gambling regulator ANJ has appointed Pauline Hot as its new Director General.
A former student of the École normale supérieure and the École nationale d’administration (Hannah Arendt class), Pauline Hot has been an auditor and then a master of requests at the Council of State since 2020. There, she served as rapporteur to the 6th chamber of the litigation section and to the administration section. She has held the position of Deputy Director General of the ANJ since January 2025.
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Push Gaming reels off Fish ‘n’ Nudge Big Catch

B2B gaming supplier Push Gaming has returned to the deep blue with Fish ‘n’ Nudge Big Catch, a reimagined follow-up to one of its most beloved recent titles.
Building on the charm and success of the original Fish ‘n’ Nudge, Big Catch brings fresh energy to the series with a new take on free spins and added layers of excitement designed to engage both loyal fans and new players.
While retaining the iconic visuals and light-hearted theme that made Fish ‘n’ Nudge a standout, this release delves deeper beneath the surface to deliver more action and anticipation.
Among the new features are locking net symbols, which boost the chances of catching fish and can reel in extra free spins. The addition of individual reel multipliers, increased by the powerful boost symbol, creates the potential for significant wins, keeping each spin loaded with promise.
Crafted with Push Gaming’s signature focus on player-centric design, Fish ‘n’ Nudge Big Catch is a bold evolution of a proven favourite. It retains the approachable gameplay and visual charm of the original, while introducing dynamic mechanics that enhance engagement and replayability.
Jack Wood, Game Producer at Push Gaming, said: “With Fish ‘n’ Nudge Big Catch, we wanted to evolve a concept that players already love, while bringing something fresh to the experience. It’s all about building on what works, adding excitement through new mechanics, and keeping the gameplay feeling sharp and rewarding.
“This title exemplifies our approach to development by listening to players, refining proven features, and delivering content that’s both entertaining and effective for our partners.”
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Evoplay brings e-instant win content to Azərlotereya OJSC

Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, has partnered with Azərlotereya OJSC, the state-owned lottery operator in Azerbaijan, to bring its acclaimed e-instant game portfolio to the country’s players.
The partnership sees Evoplay provide a series of high-performing e-instant win titles to Azərlotereya OJSC’s digital platforms, with Penalty Shoot-out: Super Cup, Hot Slice, and Tap Craze already live, and additional games such as Adrenaline Rush, Big Catch, and Thimbles scheduled to launch later this month.
As a member of the World Lottery Association, Azərlotereya operates lottery and sports betting games across both retail and online channels under the Azərlotereya and Misli brands. The operator plays a key role in Azerbaijan’s national gaming strategy and is recognised for its commitment to responsible, sustainable growth.
Partnering with a state-run lottery marks another significant milestone for Evoplay, as it enters the Azerbaijani market for the first time and expands its presence in the regulated lottery sector.
Each game has been tailored to Azərlotereya OJSC’s platforms, with localised content, currency and language, as well as modifications to support the lottery’s Responsible Gaming policies.
Frank Cecchini, Head of Lottery at Evoplay, said: “We are incredibly proud and pleased that Azərlotereya, a member of the World Lottery Association, has chosen our games to help with generating revenue for their good causes.
“E-instant games are still a relatively new offering for many state operators, and we’re proud to support Azərlotereya in enhancing its digital entertainment portfolio.”
Ashraf Pashabayli, iGaming Product Manager at Azərlotereya, added: “It was a great experience working with Evoplay. Evoplay responded to all our requests with great professionalism and attention to detail. We got the games exactly how we wanted them and look forward to continued success.”
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