Ulster University Research & Innovation’s Post

Our Centre member Prof. Aphra Kerr, working with Maynooth University and Ulster University, have released findings from the YouGamSI project on the levels of gambling marketing aimed at young people. Read more about this project at the link: https://lnkd.in/gN9Bwc_5 #UCDDigitalPolicy #DigitalPolicyIE

Gambling industry, much like the tobacco industry, targets young people to build a strong connection with sports. This strategy aims to normalize gambling as a social behavior among friends as they grow up. This report shows that youth are against such tactics: “It’s changing our lives, not for the better. It’s important that we have a say.” - The role of young people in informing public health and policy decisions about gambling marketing Young people highlighted the need for more effective regulations on the content and frequency of gambling marketing. They also called for more realistic representations of the negative impacts of gambling to counter persistent positive commercial messages. By Hannah Pitt, Simone McCarthy, and Samantha Thomas #gambling #regulations #advertisement

ＮＥＷ ＧＡＭＢＬＩＮＧ ＡＰＰＥＮＤＩＸ   Possibly the most common query that we are receiving at the moment is about the proliferation of gambling advertising in all media. After consulting with the National Gambling Board, the Advertising Regulatory Board has created an Appendix that reflects all the existing law on gambling advertising. Nothing in this appendix is new, but it brings it together in one place and presents it in an understandable order and in simplified wording. The ARB believes that this is the first necessary step in ensuring that advertising for gambling occurs in a responsible manner. In particular, we ask our media stakeholders to carefully look at this appendix, and pay special attention to the provisions relating to minors. During 2025 we hope to engage further with the industry with a view to developing this Appendix to reach further than the existing law in protecting vulnerable consumers. You can read the new appendix here: https://lnkd.in/dpFY6H4X - it can be found on our website under CODES / APPENDICES / GAMBLING https://lnkd.in/dj4k56f9 #ARB #advertisingregulatoryboard #gambling #gamblingadvertising #betting #bettingadvertising #nationalgamblingboard #onlinegambling #onlinebetting Gail Schimmel Yasmin Laher  National Gambling Board (South Africa)

An important development.

I have a better idea – how about we completely ban gambling? It’s absolutely shocking that they will likely opt for caps instead of a blanket ban. The first time I ever heard of "multi" and "triple" was when I was watching TV with my kids. Research has shown that young people exposed to gambling marketing are more likely to take up gambling and experience harm from it. There's nothing more despicable than gambling. There is absolutely nothing positive about it. It costs us billions annually, and the negative consequences affecting individuals and society include economic burdens like healthcare expenses due to mental health issues, financial losses leading to bankruptcy and debt, and productivity losses from work absenteeism. It also includes psychological costs and increased rates of depression, anxiety, and relationship strain, as well as social impacts like higher crime rates and homelessness. That's without mentioning the opportunity costs, where funds spent on gambling could have been used for more productive purposes. Why are we not talking about it enough in Australia?

A new bill aiming to ban online sports betting in Brazil has been introduced by Senator Sérgio Petecão, citing concerns over the negative impact of betting on mental health and financial stability. Bill 4.031/2024 was presented to the senate on October 21, just months before the country’s licensed betting market is set to launch on January 1, 2025. As Brazil prepares to issue betting licenses, the proposed bill is the latest effort by politicians to restrict or regulate online gambling. Senator Petecão's key concerns include the risks to vulnerable populations, such as the elderly and low-income individuals who rely on social benefits. These concerns were heightened by a controversial study that suggested regular bettors are using funds meant for essentials like food and medicine for gambling. Despite its small sample size of 1,337 participants, the study has drawn significant media attention. Image License: Pinterest; Free to use; Author: Jane Blackmun  💻Read the Full Article at iGaming.pub #iGamingNews #GamblingNews #SportsBetting #eSports #CasinoNews #technology #business #Affiliate #OnlineCasino #Betting

Let's talk about the regulation of the betting sector in Brazil! In recent weeks, the main topic in Brazil has been betting. Since I am a professional in the Public Affairs area of this growing industry, it is necessary to highlight some points in order to discuss this subject in a rational manner and without misinformation. 1. Regulation will bring a myriad of benefits to Brazilian society: (i) increased revenue and investment in sectors such as Sports, Health, Social Security, Public Safety, among other sectors defined by Law 14.790; (ii) crime prevention with greater state control over financial flows and cooperation with the authorized operators; (iii) consumer protection, with clear rules that will begin to be applied to defend consumer rights; (iv) the promotion of responsible gaming, combat against gambling addiction and protection of minors and socially vulnerable people; (v) the creation of thousands of jobs with the arrival of foreign companies in Brazil; (vi) the strengthening of integrity in sports, with increased cooperation among authorized operators and international and sports institutions; (vii) among several other points that are only possible with a regulated environment. 2. Regulation in Brazil was approved last year and will be fully in force from 2025 onwards. Starting this October, only companies that have requested a license to operate in the country will be able to operate in Brazil. 3. There are serious and non-serious companies, and that is why regulation is essential. This allows unreliable operators to be removed from the market, after the authorization from the Ministry of Finance. 4. There is a clear campaign from the retail sector against the betting industry and studies presented still lack data, especially because regulation has not yet occurred in practice. Only from 2025 onwards, we will be able to have more solid data for any analysis. 5. Many operators have already adopted several obligations in the law approved last year. It is essential that any rational debate takes the above points into consideration. Regulation will bring several benefits to Brazilian society, and this needs to be said.

Great summary of what the online gaming regulation brings to the Brazilian economy!

The Dutch Association of Mental Health and Addiction Care (De Nederlandse ggz) is urging the government to impose a full ban on all online gambling advertisements, warning that such ads pose a significant risk to young people and those vulnerable to addiction. Last July, the Dutch government introduced a broad restriction on gambling ads across media platforms like television, radio, and print, as well as in public spaces. Yet, the current law still permits some targeted advertising in areas like streaming services, social media, direct mail, and within online gaming environments—provided these ads do not appeal to minors. Despite ongoing calls for a stricter approach, the government has so far resisted extending the ban fully. Earlier this year, CDA party member Derk Boswijk introduced a motion in parliament to toughen these restrictions, but it has yet to gain traction. Image License: Pinterest; Free to use; Author: Jacqueline Baric  💻Read the Full Article at iGaming.pub #iGamingNews #GamblingNews #SportsBetting #eSports #CasinoNews #technology #business #Affiliate #OnlineCasino #Betting

Gambling companies advertise because it increases their profits - but it comes with huge economic and social costs - which cost us all. We lose over $25 billion a year to gambling in Australia, and it has broader economic and social costs estimated at around $28 billion per year. What would the cost of banning advertising be? A very small $240 million a year in lost revenue for media companies - nowhere near the large economic and social benefits. #gambling #socialharm #economiccosts https://lnkd.in/gDvjctZr