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UK anti-gambling groups want gambling companies to aid problem gamblers

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A coalition of antigambling groups has come up with a unique suggestion that gambling companies must share at least 1 per cent of their profit for problem gamblers, for facilitating counselling and other forms of support.

Research by the UK’s Gambling Commission revealed that more than 60 per cent UK’s population engage in some of gambling.

The commission also reported that, by its estimates, approximately 0.7 per cent of the population had a problem with gambling. This amounts to more than 350,000 people. However, other research conducted by health-care providers stated that, in the United Kingdom, approximately 2 million people either already have a gambling problem or are at risk of developing one.

Research has also found problem gaming occurs more often with some modes of gambling than others. For example, problem gamblers often resort to using online gaming as an outlet because it allows them anonymity, which means they can hide their gaming problem more easily from their families or places of work. Also, people who use fixed-odds betting-terminals, which were recently more heavily regulated by the British government, are at a higher risk of developing an addiction. Citizens who only play the national lotteries were reported to be at the lowest risk for addiction.

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Currently, gambling businesses contribute money to GambleAware. This is a trust fund that is used for research, education, and treatment of problem gamblers and provides emotional support for their family members. The contributions made by businesses are voluntary and amount to about $10 million yearly, which is a drop in the bucket for the gaming industry.

However, there is a lot of disagreement about how the potential $130 million should be spent. Many people in the United Kingdom believe problem gaming is a social issue and not a health issue. Therefore, in order to control the problem gambler, gambling organisations should work together to ban those gamblers from betting shops and sites. However, with the advent of online gaming and mobile gaming, it is nearly impossible to ban individuals from websites or mobile sites because of the anonymity they provide. This is especially true given the nature of mobile payment systems and their rapid rise as a form of payment for gambling.

The UK anti-gambling organisations have some proposals for how to spend the money. They would like to establish educational programmes for gambling and addictive behaviours in the school systems so that children could get an idea of what problem gaming looks like before they are old enough to gamble. In addition, anti-gambling organisations have proposed additional funding for treatment programmes for those gamblers who cannot control their gambling habits. Support for family members of gamblers has also been suggested. Research has shown that if gamblers have support systems in place, they are less likely to gamble.

Whatever the United Kingdom decides to do, it is clear that by helping problem gamblers and their addictive behaviours, gambling companies in the United Kingdom can work towards positive relations with the public at large. In addition, if problem gamblers get the help they need, they can become vital members of their communities.

Source: usaonlinecasino.com

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AGREEMENT BETWEEN ZITRO AND GRUPO OSGA TO PROMOTE THE LABOT INTEGRATION OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

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Zitro, a leading company in the gaming industry, has signed a collaboration agreement with Grupo OSGA, a business group committed to promoting the employment of people with disabilities. Grupo OSGA offers job opportunities to people with disabilities and supports their professional development in inclusive and accessible environments.

Through this alliance, Grupo OSGA will provide Zitro with a parcel and documentation service between its offices, optimizing Zitro’s operational efficiency and strengthening its social commitment to creating a more inclusive work environment.

At Zitro, we firmly believe in the power of diversity as a driver of growth and development. This collaboration with Grupo OSGA not only enriches our company but also reinforces our commitment to contributing to a fairer and more inclusive society,” said Albert Zorrilla, Managing Director of Zitro for Spain.

“The collaboration with a prestigious international company like Zitro not only constitutes recognition of the work that Grupo OSGA has been carrying out but also contributes to the generation of real opportunities for people with disabilities to achieve effective and stable integration in the labor market,” said Oscar Galilea, President of Grupo Osga.

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EGT Digital’s iGaming platform X-Nave and successful titles to deliver high-quality experience to BetHub’s customers

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BetHub and EGT Digital have started their successful partnership, as a result of which the leading Bulgarian operator is now using the iGaming platform X-Nave. Its 4 main modules: CRM Engine, Sport product, Gaming Aggregator and Payment Gateway, enable the betting site to effectively manage all online gaming business verticals and further improve its performance.

CRM Engine provides a wide range of player management tools and bonus features, allowing the operator to create more personalized offerings for its customers, based on their preferences and behavior.

Through X-Nave’s Sport product BetHub will enrich even more the sport content it offers.

The Payment Gateway gives access to numerous payment methods and thanks to the Gaming Aggregator EGT Digital’s slot games are already at the disposal of the website’s visitors. The top-performing titles from Bell Link, Clover Chance, High Cash, Single Progressive Jackpot, as well as the multiplayer game xRide quickly gained popularity among BetHub’s customers.

“We are very glad with our collaboration with EGT Digital so far,” commented Kiril Naldzhiev, CEO at BetHub. “The platform has made the management of our business much easier, and the company’s gaming content has shown impressive results that have not only met but exceeded our expectations.”

Tsvetomira Drumeva, Head of Sales at EGT Digital, also gave a positive evaluation to the cooperation. She said: “Partnering with a prominent operator like BetHub is very valuable for us, as it gives us the opportunity to demonstrate the enormous potential of our developments and consolidate our status as a leader in the local market. I am confident that this is the beginning of a very successful collaboration that will bring a lot of positives to both companies and the players themselves.”

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THE UNIT SHAKES UP AMATEUR FOOTBALL WITH DRIBBLE

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The Unit, a leader in nearshore product development and marketing services for sports betting and iGaming, is playing its part in the revolution of grassroots football in partnership with fantasy football operator Dribble.

Dribble brings a Moneyball sports-analytics approach to the amateur game by presenting players with the chance to track their performance, while connecting with the wider football community to earn recognition for their on-pitch performances.

Players can track their games and see their data, earning points based on how they, and their team, perform in matches. Players vote for their player of the match each gameweek, and profiles and rankings will update automatically after each gameweek.

The Unit, as an experienced supplier in the field of designing and developing robust, scalable platforms, has worked on this innovative product from concept to launch. The beta version of Dribble is now live across five amateur UK football leagues, covering more than 600 players.

Paddy Casey, Co-founder at The Unit, said: “It’s been a pleasure to work with the team at Dribble on this project. At The Unit, we pride ourselves on having the ability to provide bespoke software development services, addressing unique business requirements and challenges.

“By offering the opportunity for amateur football players to become the stars of the show in their own fantasy football leagues, Dribble has brought to market an innovative and exciting platform, which ties in with our background in sports, so it’s been an ideal collaboration.

“We have enjoyed the process of working with the Dribble team and we are proud to have been part of the early stages of their journey. We are sure they will make their mark in the world of fantasy football, and this will certainly shake up the market.”

Kirk Flitton, Founder and CEO at Dribble, said: “In the past six months, we have raised early investment and gone from concept to product. We would not have been able to do so without The Unit, who have been a key part of the journey in making our idea come to life.

“We were delighted to introduce Dribble to football players recently, and we have been assisted through to launch by the expert software development The Unit provides.

“Dribble has been built to help every player tell their football story, and we are extremely excited to see how the platform can grow and develop in the coming seasons in a whole new era for grassroots football.”

With offices in Ireland, Ukraine and Moldova, The Unit has an unwavering commitment to becoming the partner of choice throughout the industry. In addition to its broad-ranging marketing services, the team has solidified its strong track record of building world-class, scalable and efficient products for the sports betting and iGaming sector in recent years.

As The Unit embarks on this period of growth, the company remains committed to delivering exceptional products and services to its clients. With its experienced team, best-in-class product development capabilities, and focus on innovation, The Unit is poised to shape the future of the sports betting and iGaming industries.

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