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Commission on Crime and Problem Gambling publishes literature review

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An academic literature review has revealed a dearth of knowledge worldwide about the links between crime and problem gambling – so the Commission on Crime and Problem Gambling is to embark on a new research programme.

The Commission, set up by the Howard League for Penal Reform, began looking into the issue last year and carried out a literature review, which was published on Monday, 1st of June. The review found that, while millions of people are affected by gambling either directly or indirectly, there appear to be fewer than 50 peer-reviewed papers in the last 25 years that address the links between problem gambling and crime specifically.

In response, the Commission intends to conduct its own research, in three strands: the first project will look at the prevalence of gambling-related crime; the second will consider the lived experience of people caught up in the system; and the third will explore sentencers’ awareness of the issue.

Chaired by Lord Goldsmith QC, the Commission seeks to establish what the links between problem gambling and crime are; what impact they have on communities and wider society; and what steps could be taken to reduce crime and make people safer.

Lord Goldsmith QC, Chair of the Commission on Crime and Problem Gambling, said: “Concern about harmful gambling activity has been growing for some time, but this is the first commission to focus specifically on the relationship between problem gambling and crime.

“From people getting into debt and defrauding family members or employers, to domestic violence and other crimes relating to gambling-related stress, we know anecdotally that police stations, courts and prisons see significant numbers of cases – but only a handful of academic studies have looked at this across the globe.

“The criminal justice system itself does very little work to capture the scale of the challenge and even less in terms of offering interventions like those we see for alcohol or drug problems. This has to change and our Commission can play a key role in improving the response to disordered gambling and crime.”

The literature review covers jurisdictions including Australasia, the US, Canada, Germany, Scandinavia and the UK. It reveals that, while the overall quantity of research is not huge, there is a consistency in findings across all jurisdictions.

Researchers have found high prevalence rates of people committing crimes to fund their gambling. A wide variety of crimes are committed as a result of gambling addiction; not just ‘white collar’ crimes such as theft and fraud, but also offences that occur in public spaces such as street robbery. There is significant evidence of domestic abuse and child neglect linked to problem and pathological gambling.

Studies have indicated that the more complex, prolonged and persistent a gambling problem is, the more likely it is that a crime will be committed and, indeed, that many crimes may result.

Although there has been a growing understanding that gambling addiction is a behavioural disorder, little of this has been translated to sentencing; problem gambling is not considered to be a mitigating factor in sentencing in the way mental health problems or drug and alcohol addiction are.

Research suggests that, in spite of extremely high rates of gambling addiction among prisoners, prisons offer only limited treatment. There is evidence of resistance to undertaking treatment among prisoners.

Several of the studies reviewed agreed that a custodial sentence, especially when no treatment is available for gambling addiction, was not a cost-effective way of avoiding further harm to the individual or society once the sentence is completed.

A small number of specialised gambling courts have been established in the US, with the aim of ensuring that people with gambling addictions who are in trouble with the law receive appropriate treatment. There is limited data on the success or otherwise of these initiatives.

Research is needed into the potential effect of gambling addiction treatment on the rate of recidivism, as well as more general research on how best to help vulnerable populations avoid the criminal justice system.

The literature review was written by Sarah Ramanauskas, Senior Partner at Gambling Integrity, who sits on the Commission.

 

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Super Group Reports Financial Results for Second Quarter of 2025

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Super Group has reported its highest quarterly revenue to date, reaching $579 million in the second quarter of 2025, a 30% increase year-on-year from $447 million in Q2 2024.

The results continue the growth momentum from Q1, when the company posted $516.8 million, a 25% rise from the prior year.

The company’s growth was primarily fueled by activity in Africa, Europe and North America, although declines were noted in Latin America, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific markets. Africa and the Middle East remained the largest revenue contributors, accounting for 40% of group revenue in Q2, slightly up from 37% the previous year. North America and Europe followed with 34% and 19% of total revenue, respectively.

Betway led the revenue share, generating $355 million in Q2. Within this, Africa and the Middle East produced $225 million, up from $164 million a year earlier. Europe contributed $81 million, up from $49 million in Q2 2024.

Betway’s North America operations, primarily in Ontario after the company exited the US market, accounted for $41 million in revenue, compared with $37 million in the prior year. Meanwhile, Spin Casino recorded $162 million in North American revenue, an increase from $120 million in Q2 2024.

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Super Group’s planned full exit from the US iGaming market, meaning the closure of its remaining operations in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, is expected to impact financial results. The exit, which has no specific public date, is expected to result in a $30 million to $40 million loss in adjusted EBITDA.

“While our decision to exit the US was difficult, we believe that this step demonstrates our commitment to capital efficiency and long-term profitability. With continued focus on scaling our technology globally, Super Group should be even better positioned for sustained, profitable growth,” said Super Group CEO Neal Menashe.

According to CFO Alinda van Wyk, the second quarter represented Super Group’s strongest quarterly financial performance to date, attributing the results to the company’s scalable, cost-efficient operating model and its controlled marketing spend.

“We ended the quarter with $393 million in unrestricted cash and zero debt, and returned $20 million to shareholders, bringing our 12-month capital returns to $166 million,” said van Wyk.

Following Q2 results, Super Group raised its full-year group adjusted EBITDA guidance to between $470 million and $480 million. The company also adjusted its ex-U.S. adjusted EBITDA guidance upward to a range of $500 million to $510 million.

Super Group’s activity in Africa and the Middle East has continued to expand. Across its eight African markets, Super Group holds a podium position in seven, with Ghana showing notable growth—sports betting and casino revenue increased by 48% and 71%, respectively.

Menashe noted: “We had a super first half of 2025, driven by a record-breaking second quarter. The quarter’s success was fueled by strong execution across our key markets, a full calendar of global sporting events, increased deposits, high customer retention, and margin expansion.”

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Tracy Parker Joins Judging Panel for Inaugural RTG Global Awards

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Leading gaming law and regulation conference Regulating the Game has announced the appointment of Tracy Parker, Senior Vice-President, Accreditation, Advisory and Insights at the Responsible Gambling Council (RGC), to the judging panel for the inaugural RTG Global Awards. Parker will represent RGC, a globally respected independent non-profit dedicated to reducing gambling harm, in assessing nominations across categories recognising leadership, innovation and community impact.

The RTG Global Awards, to be presented at the 2026 Gala Dinner on Tuesday 10 March at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, celebrate excellence across safer gambling, compliance, industry integrity, financial crime risk management and community contribution.

Parker brings nearly 30 years of experience in driving social responsibility and sustainability, and over a decade championing harm minimization throughout the gambling sector. At RGC, she leads the development and implementation of robust standards and assurance programs, helping organizations deliver safer gambling environments and drive continuous improvement. Her previous leadership roles at Ontario Lottery and Gaming (OLG) strengthened responsible gambling policies across multiple gaming verticals.

“RGC is honored to join the judging panel for the inaugural RTG Global Awards and support this important platform which elevates leadership, integrity, and innovation across the gambling sector. At a time when industry transformation and public expectations are accelerating, recognizing organizations that meaningfully prioritize harm prevention and player wellbeing is critical to a safe and sustainable sector. We are proud to be part of this important work,” said Sarah McCarthy, RGC’s Chief Executive Officer.

Founded in Canada, RGC has spent over four decades as a global leader in gambling harm prevention. Through research, education and partnerships with regulators, operators and communities, RGC drives policy and operational improvements to ensure gambling does not harm people or the places they live.

Paul Newson, Principal at Vanguard Overwatch and founder of Regulating the Game, said: “Tracy’s leadership and RGC’s global standing in safer gambling make them an ideal addition to the RTG Global Awards judging panel. Their commitment to practical, evidence-informed standards and constructive industry engagement reflects the values we seek to highlight through these awards. We’re delighted to welcome Tracy and RGC to this global initiative.”

The inaugural RTG Global Awards will feature six categories:

• Leadership Voice – for principled, reform-focused leadership contributing to sector uplift

• Safer Gambling Champion – for operators or organisations delivering tangible harm minimisation outcomes

• Compliance Excellence – recognising uplift in AML, risk culture or regulatory compliance

• RegTech Solution of the Year – celebrating innovative technologies improving sector integrity and compliance

• Community Impact Initiative – for initiatives delivering measurable community benefit

• Emerging Leader – Safer Gambling or Compliance – spotlighting rising talent (under 40) making meaningful contributions.

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Aircash Becomes the Main Jersey Partner of Hellas Verona

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Aircash has become the main jersey partner of Hellas Verona for the 2025/26 season. The logo of the fintech platform will appear on the front of the Gialloblù First Team jerseys throughout the upcoming campaign, the Club’s seventh consecutive season in Serie A.

Aircash is a Croatian multinational fintech company and an EU-authorised Electronic Money Institution, registered with the European Banking Authority. It offers a wide range of fast and secure financial services. With the Aircash mobile app, users can make payments, transfer money and make cash top-ups at points of sale, providing an innovative way to digitalize cash for online use. The company is also the issuer of the Aircash Mastercard, an easily accessible prepaid card that can be used for in-store and online payments all over the world.

With over one million active users and more than 250,000 points of sale, Hellas Verona’s new partner has firmly established its presence across Central and Southeastern Europe, offering digital solutions that are simple, secure and accessible.

Hrvoje Ćosić, CEO of Aircash, said: “At Aircash, we are proud to partner with Hellas Verona FC, a Club that represents the soul of a city rich in culture, history, and passion for football. This partnership marks our first major step in Italy, at a time when we are expanding our services to deliver fast, simple, and secure financial solutions to Italian users. But our collaboration with Verona is not just about sponsorship: it’s about creating a bridge between a historic Club, an iconic city, a nation proud of its football, and the future of digital payments, where tradition and innovation come together to build lasting connections across Italy.”

Italo Zanzi, Executive President of Hellas Verona FC, said: “We are proud to announce our new partnership with Aircash. This collaboration represents a significant step for our Club, as we join forces with a dynamic and innovative company that shares our values of passion, identity, and vision for the future. Together, we aim to build a journey that merges sporting tradition with technological innovation, in service of our fans and the city of Verona. This partnership strengthens our presence on both the national and international stage, with a shared goal of creating value and authentic connections.”

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