‘Give us the money to do it’: Fund for Nebraska problem gamblers lagging behind
Expenditures outweigh the revenue coming in for Nebraska's Problem Gambling Assistance fund.
Campaign for Fairer Gambling Welcomes ICO Investigation Into Sky Betting and Gaming’s Unlawful Data Practices and Cookie Misuse
The Campaign for Fairer Gambling (CFG) applauds the decisive action taken by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) against Sky Betting and Gaming (SBG) for the unlawful use of customer data and the unauthorized use of cookies. The ICO’s investigation has uncovered unethical data profiling and cookie practices that have long exploited consumers.
Ahead of Missouri sports betting vote, KU professors worry about effect of widespread gambling
Missouri will become the latest state to vote on legalizing sports betting this November. Researchers from the University of Kansas fear sports betting could have a negative impact on Missouri families' finances, and increase gambling addiction.
Campaign for Fairer Gambling: The Backlash Has Begun
The Campaign for Fairer Gambling (CFG) considers the introduction of the SAFE Bet Act a watershed moment in the inevitable political backlash against internet gambling ubiquity in the United States. Introduced by Representative Paul Tonko (D-NY) and Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), this bill brings much-needed federal oversight and accountability to a rapidly growing sector that has seen few guardrails.
Legalized sports gambling’s impact in Connecticut
A new study indicates the ease of access to sports gambling is harming the financial health of some consumers, including here in Connecticut.
Gambling addiction in West Virginia increases as betting become more accessible
Sheila Moran, Director of Marketing and Communication with the WV Problem Gambling Network, says they helped 1200 people last year, which is double compared to the previous year.
Kansas study: Online sports betting costs Americans twice as much in retirement
A new study from the University of Kansas reveals that every dollar spent on online sports betting translates into two dollars not invested in retirement savings.
Ohio offers Voluntary Exclusion List for problem gamblers as calls to helpline rise
The legalization of casinos and sports betting is a financial boost for Ohio, but it also poses great temptation for those dealing with gambling addiction as calls to the state's helpline are on the rise.
Sports betting addiction leading to increase in bankruptcies in Kansas
A recent study by USC and UCLA researchers suggests a nearly 30% increase in bankruptcies in states where sports betting is legal. One sports betting addiction counselor says the impulse to bet on sports is devastating families across the state.
Record number of calls to North Carolina’s gambling helpline after sports betting legalized
The state's problem gambling helpline set records for calls in April, May and June. Legal sports betting launched in the state in early March.