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Psychology of Online Casinos vs Land Based, Analysis of 41 Studies Conducted by Leanbackplayer.com


Leanbackplayer has released a summary of new findings on the psychology of gambling and how it affects the brain: https://www.leanbackplayer.com/psychology-casino-games/
The research looked at 41 studies from 17 different journals over the past 5 years and compiled findings from each.
The research was performed by Will Titterington and Quincy Miller, veteran gaming industry professionals.
The Research Findings
Finding #1
Online casinos have built-in advantages that their brick-and-mortar counterparts struggle to match. Online casinos are more convenient, require less overhead to operate, and allow players to gamble in complete anonymity — important advantages that regular casinos will never be able to replicate.
“In online live casino gaming, the anonymity of the internet allows players to privately engage in gambling without the fear of stigma,” said Dr. Mark Griffiths, a Distinguished Professor of Behavioural Addiction at Nottingham Trent University.
Finding #2
The biggest advantage brick-and-mortar casinos have is consumer trust. Despite advances in cybersecurity, many gamblers simply don’t trust online casinos not to rig the games against them. As long as brick-and-mortar casinos have the edge in trust, they’ll likely enjoy a large slice of the gaming market.
Finding #3
Online casinos may be more dangerous for problem gamblers. The ability to gamble at any time, day or night, without any of the traditional societal safeguards that keep problem gamblers in check can be a recipe for disaster.
“Fundamentally, increased accessibility of gambling activities enables the individual to rationalize involvement in the risk-behavior by removing previously restrictive barriers such as time constraints emanating from occupational and social commitments,” Griffiths said.
Finding #4
Gambling utilizes the power of uncertainty to literally reprogram the brain. Gambling changes how the brain releases dopamine, the so-called “feel-good neurotransmitter.” Over time, the brain adjusts to higher and higher doses, reducing its effectiveness, so that gamblers have to play longer and bet more to get the same effect.
According to one study, the release of dopamine reinforces maladaptive gambling, creating a self-perpetuating destructive behavior.
Finding #5
Casinos — both online and brick-and-mortar — are using new technology to exploit players’ brains. Advances in gaming technology — most notably “losses disguised as wins” — are changing how long players gamble and how much they wager, often with catastrophic results.
Finding #6
The root of gambling addiction may lie in the supplementary eye field (SEF), a little-understood region of the brain designed to control the movement of the eyes. People with dopamine deficiencies also experience abnormalities in the SEF, making them more susceptible to addiction.
Researchers investigating monkeys found that increased neuron activity in this region corresponded to increased risk-taking behavior, and a lack of dopamine increased neuron activity, creating a vicious loop.
Finding #7
Problem gamblers fit a troubling profile. Addiction is more likely to affect men, minorities, and those with preexisting health conditions, and the rise of mobile gaming is making it easier for these people to fall into self-destructive patterns.
Prior to internet gambling, many of these vulnerable individuals weren’t affected so long as they didn’t live near a casino; however, the rise of mobile gaming has led to a corresponding rise in problem gambling among these demographics.
Finding #8
The solution to problem gambling may lie in setting limits. If casinos would enforce — and gamblers would adhere to — limits on how much can be wagered or how long sessions can last, problem gambling could be severely curbed.
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Neosurf, a global leader in cash-to-digital payment solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Paysecure, a leading payment orchestration platform. The integration allows operators using Paysecure’s orchestration platform to quickly add Neosurf’s prepaid voucher solution to their payment methods giving players greater control over how they pay, securely, privately, and without the need for a bank account.
Founded in 2004, Neosurf operates in 31 countries, helping underbanked and cash-preferred players engage confidently in the digital economy. Its vouchers, readily available at retail locations across Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australasia, provide a fast, trusted alternative to card payments. Now part of Paysecure’s global marketplace of connections, Neosurf enables operators to diversify their checkout options, reduce cart abandonment, and better serve privacy-conscious players.
Andrea McGeachin, Group CEO at Neosurf, said: “Today’s digital consumers want choice and when it comes to paying online, one size doesn’t fit all. Our prepaid voucher model provides an accessible, fraud-resistant and highly flexible option for players across a wide range of markets. By partnering with Paysecure, we’re making it easier than ever for operators to surface Neosurf at checkout, giving players more control and creating a better experience for everyone.”
Paysecure’s powerful orchestration platform connects over 500 PSPs, acquirers and over 200 APMs globally, enabling merchants to optimise their payment workflow through smart routing, and enhance the consumer experience through a dynamic and fully customisable cashier. With Neosurf as the latest partner to join the Paysecure ecosystem, operators can attract and retain players who favour cash-based or privacy-first payment options, especially in regions where traditional banking is less prevalent.
Viktoriia Degtiarova, Co-Founder and CCO at Paysecure, said: “At Paysecure, we empower operators with the tools they need to create truly user-centric payment journeys. By integrating Neosurf, we’re adding another high-impact, low-friction solution to our global ecosytem of connections. It’s a win for operators, and most importantly, a win for players.”
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Anastasia Rimskaya, Chief Account Officer at Aviatrix, said: “We’re thrilled to partner with Spotika and bring Aviatrix to even more players across Africa. The region is full of energy, passion and a growing appetite for next-generation casino gaming. Spotika is an ideal partner as we continue to expand across the continent.”
Derick Shango, Project Management at Spotika said: “Aviatrix is one of the most exciting crash games on the market today, and we’re proud to be among the first operators to offer it in Africa. This partnership aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver innovative, engaging content to our players in Kenya, Zambia and Tanzania.”
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