Underdog launches $1M RG initiative called GuardDog
Daily fantasy sports group Underdog is beefing up its responsible gambling efforts on several fronts, including the launch of a new $1 million investment...
New Jersey problem gambling rates 3x national average
The rate of high-risk problem gambling activity in New Jersey is around three times higher than the national average, according to new research. Research funded...
Gamewise slapped with $7k fine for emailing self-excluded players
The West Virginia Lottery Commission has fined sports betting operator Gamewise $7,000 for emailing customers who had self-excluded from marketing material and its platform. The...
New MA sportsbook logo reg could cost DraftKings over six figures
DraftKings came to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) this week hoping to be granted an exception on the state's new regulation involving logo displays...
Further Iowa students admit underage gambling
Four University of Iowa players have been fined $645 after pleading guilty to underage sports betting, a criminal offence in the state. Three footballers and...
Phil Mickelson tells bettors to avoid ‘crossing line of moderation’ this NFL season
Six-time golf major champion Phil Mickelson has described his gambling addiction as a “hurricane” that waves over his life, and warned bettors to not...
Jess Feil, OpenBet: Navigating RG and compliance
In the realm of sports betting and iGaming, ensuring responsible gaming (RG) and steadfast compliance isn't just a necessity—it's an ethos. Jess Feil, VP...
FanDuel adds Carli Lloyd and Tom Kim to RG program
FanDuel has announced soccer star Carli Lloyd and PGA Tour golfer Tom Kim as the latest additions to its responsible gaming ambassador program. Marking Responsible...
Epic Risk Management names Teresa Fiore VP of Partnerships
Epic Risk Management is tapping a new VP with experience both as an operator and a regulator. The company named Teresa Fiore the new...
AGA spotlights RG engagement levels in new consumer data
More than half of sports bettors have seen an increase in responsible gaming messaging over the past year, according to data revealed by the...
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How state regulators can adapt to fighting illegal gaming in digital age
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Fighting the massive unregulated and illegal gaming market presents a daunting challenge for state-level regulators.As discussed at this month’s SBC...
Five questions with PrizePicks head of RG Phil Sherwood about responsible gaming
Following up on recent discussion around responsible gaming and player protection at this month's SBC Summit Americas in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., SBC Americas spoke...
SBC Summit to examine what effective player protection looks like in practice
As expectations around player safety continue to evolve, operators face increasing pressure to detect signs of gambling-related harm earlier and implement more effective interventions....
SBC Summit Americas 2026: Big topics and lasting connections
SBC Summit Americas 2026 welcomed industry professionals from across North and Latin America last week, with discussions around prediction markets and a series of...