Gambling entertainment has moved far beyond just poker. Gambling streams have recently risen in popularity on video game streaming platforms like Twitch, where content creators play slots and other gambling games for audiences of hundreds of thousands of people in exchange for sponsorships. Some streamers have played in online cryptocurrency casinos that are outside the […]
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The story is becoming a common one in Ohio: a parent opens their credit card bill for the month, only to discover that their child has spent a surprising amount of money on video game loot boxes, power ups, or skins. Many online and phone games now include all those and more, which are easy […]
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For Josh McClellan, gambling went from a casual activity to a vicious cycle that he couldn’t seem to stop. “You gamble, you go home, you’re depressed for a month. Then you get another paycheck.” That would kick the cycle into full gear again. “I got to a point where I was just sick and tired […]
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Gambling advertisements in the United Kingdom(UK) that feature celebrities, sports stars, and social media influencers will no longer be allowed under a new ruling designed to “safeguard young people and vulnerable audiences” from developing a problem with gambling. “These rules will significantly impact gambling advertisers looking to promote their brands using prominent sportspeople and celebrities,” […]
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In 1996, the National Safety Council (NSC) established June as National Safety Month in the United States. The month was created to help increase public awareness of safety and health risks to decrease the number of safety hazards at homes and workplaces. Every summer, the NSC and other organizations provide safety tips on everything from […]
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For Marilyn, her problem with gambling started in 2013 when her husband was sick and in the hospital. “I was only allowed to be with him for an hour a day, and that left a lot of time on my hands,” said Marilyn. “I was at a casino all night, every night. I thought I […]
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The Voluntary Exclusion Program (VEP) in Ohio has recently expanded to more locations to reach more people who might be struggling with a problem with gambling. The Ohio Casino Control Commission, in partnership with the Ohio Lottery Commission, received approval to enable VEP across all casinos and racinos properties throughout the state expanding access to more […]
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“I always thought I could quit if I wanted to,” said Steve Kapela, in recovery from problem gambling and Manager of Problem Gambling Treatment and Prevention at the Zepf Center in Toledo, Ohio. “Until the day came when I wanted to, but I couldn’t quit gambling.” Steve knows what it feels like to struggle with […]
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Technology is changing at an unprecedented pace for the gambling industry and is only expected to keep developing in 2022. Experts have many predictions for the future of gambling, but a few evolutions are expected to grow significantly. These include cyberspace and iGaming, virtual reality, and crypto gambling. Cyberspace and iGaming iGaming has continued to […]
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If you follow the news, you’ve likely heard about the significant growth in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Dogecoin. But why exactly has crypto gambling taken off? First, it’s beneficial to know what a cryptocurrency is. A cryptocurrency is a virtual form of proxy payment similar to arcade tokens or casino chips and can be used […]
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