Innovations in Safer Gambling Technology
AI-GENERATEDCareer Over After 9,000 Bets: Ex-QB Brendan Sorsby Breaks Silence on Gambling Addiction
Former Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby lost his eligibility after placing over 9,000 bets. In a new documentary, he speaks about the addiction that derailed his career.
AI-GENERATEDDetroit Casino Licenses Renewed by Michigan Gaming Control Board
The MGCB has unanimously approved license renewals for Detroit's three land-based casinos, which generated $22.3 million in combined tax revenue in July.
AI-GENERATEDInternational Achievement Awards for Gambling Research and Prevention 2026
The ICRG honors Professor Sally M. Gainsbury and Dr. Paulette J. O’Gilvie for their pioneering work in harm reduction, supported by over 140 scientific publications.
AI-GENERATEDDraftKings and Mindway AI Launch Gamalyze for NFL Season
Ahead of the NFL season kick-off, DraftKings and Mindway AI have launched a specialized neuroscientific gambling tool for American Football fans.
AI-GENERATEDPrevention Success: Ygam Reaches 1.2 Million Children and Young People
UK charity Ygam reports record-breaking engagement in its 2025/26 Impact Report, reaching over 1.2 million youths with gambling harm prevention education.
AI-GENERATEDDarts Star Stephen Bunting Reveals £90,000 Gambling Debt
PDC professional Stephen Bunting has opened up about his struggle with online slot addiction and debts totaling approximately €104,850.
AI-GENERATEDBet365 Launches in Washington D.C. Ahead of NFL Kickoff
Bet365 has expanded into its 19th US jurisdiction, launching a sportsbook in Washington D.C. through a major deal with Monumental Sports & Entertainment.
AI-GENERATEDDennis Haysbert Fronts New Fanatics Campaign for FAIR PLAY MAX Protection
Fanatics launches its FAIR PLAY MAX campaign featuring Dennis Haysbert, highlighting a program that has already saved over 500,000 bets from injury-related losses.
AI-GENERATEDBetBlocker Expands Safer Gambling Tools to Chinese and Vietnamese Languages
The charity BetBlocker has launched new versions of its free blocking software in Vietnamese and Chinese to remove language barriers in player protection.
AI-GENERATEDResponsible Gaming: A 40-Year Evolution of Industry Standards
The gambling industry now invests $471.8 million annually in responsible gaming initiatives, representing a 72% increase since 2017.
AI-GENERATEDWashington Indian Gaming Association Launches Bet on Your Self Campaign
Representing 24 tribes, WIGA initiates a major statewide effort in September 2026 to combat gambling harm and reduce stigma.
AI-GENERATEDHungary Orders Review of SZTFH Gambling Regulator: Potential Dissolution Looms
The Hungarian government is reviewing the future of its regulator SZTFH. A report on transferring its duties to state-controlled bodies is expected by September 30, 2026.
AI-GENERATEDArizona Reports Record 651 Self-Exclusions and Expands Free Debt Relief Services
A record 651 Arizona residents have voluntarily banned themselves from gambling. The state is responding by offering free, specialized financial counseling for the first time.
AI-GENERATEDNew Global Self-Exclusion Standards: Casino Guru and Academia Partner Up
Casino Guru and City St George’s University are developing unified guidelines for player self-exclusion, based on 119 industry contributions.
AI-GENERATEDMassachusetts Gaming Commission Launches Portal to Combat Athlete Harassment
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has introduced 'Bet on Respect' to protect athletes. Individuals harassing players online or in person face exclusion under regulation 205 CMR 152.

