DraftKings Responsible Gaming Tools: Player Protection Features Across US States
DraftKings maintains a responsible gaming framework across its US licensed sportsbook and casino operations, offering players tools including deposit limits, wagering limits, session time limits, cooling-off periods, and self-exclusion, alongside integration with state self-exclusion programmes and national helplines.
UK Gambling Commission Strengthens Customer Interaction Requirements for Licensed Operators
The UK Gambling Commission introduced updated customer interaction requirements in 2023, requiring licensed operators to take earlier and more consistent action when player behaviour suggests potential gambling harm.
GamStop UK National Self-Exclusion Scheme Reports Growing Registered User Base
GamStop, the UK's National Online Self-Exclusion Scheme, continued to grow its registered user base in 2023, with hundreds of thousands of people using the free service to restrict their access to all UKGC-licensed online gambling websites and apps simultaneously.
BetMGM Establishes Position as Leading US Sports Betting and iGaming Operator
BetMGM, the 50/50 joint venture between MGM Resorts International and Entain plc, has grown into one of the top US online sports betting and casino operators, leveraging the MGM Resorts brand, Entain's technology platform, and a presence in virtually every licensed US sports betting and iGaming market.
UK Gambling Commission Consults on Financial Risk Checks for Online Bettors
The UK Gambling Commission launched a consultation in July 2023 on proposed financial risk checks for online gambling customers, proposing a tiered system of data-sharing with credit reference agencies to identify customers at risk of gambling harm due to financial vulnerability.
Illinois Sports Betting Grows Into One of the Top US Markets by Handle
Illinois has grown into one of the top US sports betting markets by total handle since launching in March 2020, driven by Chicago's large urban population, the removal of an initial in-person registration requirement, and robust competition among licensed operators.
NIGC Reports Tribal Gaming Revenue Reached Record $39.9 Billion in Fiscal Year 2022
The National Indian Gaming Commission reported that US tribal gaming revenue reached a record $39.9 billion in fiscal year 2022, surpassing pre-pandemic levels and confirming the sustained recovery and growth of Native American gaming operations.
Arcangelo Wins 2023 Belmont Stakes Under Javier Castellano
Arcangelo, trained by Jena Antonucci and ridden by Javier Castellano, won the 2023 Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park on June 10, 2023 — completing a historic triple for jockey Castellano who had also ridden Mage to victory in the 2023 Kentucky Derby.
Auguste Rodin Wins 2023 Epsom Derby for Aidan O'Brien and Ryan Moore
Auguste Rodin, trained by Aidan O'Brien and ridden by Ryan Moore, won the 2023 Epsom Derby on June 3, 2023, adding a further Classic to the Ballydoyle operation's remarkable record in the race and confirming the colt as the outstanding European three-year-old of his generation.