#problemgambling

@occoquandistrict.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

Create and submit an original piece of 🎨 art that highlights the risks of problem gaming and gambling. Prizes will be awarded. Take a few hours and get creative! 👉 occoquandistrict.net/youth-art-co...

#PWC #PWCVA #PrinceWilliamCounty #ArtContest #YouthGambling #gaming #ProblemGambling

Citizen Portal News Virginia

@citizenptnewsva.bsky.social

3 weeks ago

House subcommittee advances internet-gaming tax substitute and moves to create independent Virginia Gaming Commission A House subcommittee adopted a substitute for House Bill 161 to authorize internet gaming and impose a 20% tax (5% to a problem-gambling fund), passed 5–2; it also reported out House Bill 271 to form an independent Virginia Gaming Commission, 7–0, and approved a separate skill-games tax substitute.

Virginia is on the verge of transforming its gaming landscape with new measures to legalize internet gaming and establish an independent Gaming Commission!

Get the details!

#VA #RegulatoryOversight #CitizenPortal #VirginiaGaming #ProblemGambling #InternetGaming

Citizen Portal News Virginia

@citizenptnewsva.bsky.social

1 month ago

Subcommittee moves multiple ABC and gaming bills; summary of actions and outcomes The subcommittee considered a full ABC/gaming docket and recorded votes: HB 161 (iGaming) reported to Appropriations 5–4; HB 934 (distillery serving limits) reported 7–2; HB 308 (vape/tobacco enforcement) reported 8–1 to Appropriations; several bills were laid on the table or reported unanimously.

The Virginia House subcommittee has made significant moves on a variety of bills affecting iGaming, distillery service limits, and tobacco enforcement—what does this mean for your favorite local businesses?

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#VA #LocalBusinesses #PublicHealth #CitizenPortal #ProblemGambling

Citizen Portal News Wyoming

@citizenptnewswy.bsky.social

1 month ago

State regulator, tribal liaisons and committee discuss problem gambling, self-exclusion and cross-jurisdiction coordination Wyoming Gaming Commission told the Select Committee that it does not regulate tribal gaming but offers problem-gambling resources for state-regulated facilities and participates in a national self-exclusion program; tribal leaders and committee members discussed local self-exclusion lists, confidentiality, and possible voluntary data-sharing with tribal gaming commissions to better protect problem gamblers.

Wyoming's Gaming Commission is taking bold steps to tackle problem gambling by exploring new self-exclusion programs and cross-jurisdiction partnerships with tribal gaming authorities.

Learn more here!

#WY #SelfExclusion #CommunitySupport #ProblemGambling #CitizenPortal

Citizen Portal News Virginia

@citizenptnewsva.bsky.social

1 month ago

Subcommittee reports bill clarifying fantasy contest permitting, adding small tax for problem‑gambling supports HB 145 clarifies fantasy contest definitions, establishes consistent permitting/renewal rules and imposes a 10% tax (with 5% to problem‑gambling programs). The sponsor and industry representatives said the measure levels the playing field among operators; the committee voted 9–0 to report and refer the bill to appropriations.

Virginia's HB 145 aims to redefine fantasy contests, enforce uniform permitting, and impose a tax to fund problem-gambling initiatives, setting a new standard in the gaming industry.

Get the details!

#VA #CitizenPortal #ProblemGambling #VirginiaFantasyContests #RegulatoryReform

Pure Tech

@puretech.news

1 month ago

NCPG launches 1-800-MY-RESET problem gambling helpline The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has officially adopted the 1-800-MY-RESET number as the National Problem Gambling Helpline.

National Council on Problem Gambling announces new helpline number: 1-800-MY-RESET #Technology #Other #ProblemGambling #Helpline #MentalHealth

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Citizen Portal News Kansas

@citizenptnewsks.bsky.social

1 month ago

Kansas Lottery projects higher gaming revenue; sports-wagering contracts due 2027 The Kansas Lottery told the budget subcommittee its FY2026 revised revenue picture increased by consensus estimates and pushed larger shares to casino facility managers; sports wagering generated $172.8 million in FY2025 with facility managers retaining about 90% and contracts slated for renewal in August 2027.

The Kansas Lottery is projecting a surge in gaming revenue, but with casino facility managers pocketing nearly 90% of sports wagering profits, lawmakers demand transparency before contract renewals in 2027.

Get the details!

#KS #GamingRevenue #ProblemGambling #KansasLottery #FiscalTransparency

Citizen Portal News Wyoming

@citizenptnewswy.bsky.social

2 months ago

Wyoming Gaming Commission tightens oversight, joins national self‑exclusion and presses lawmakers on illegal operations The Gaming Commission described recent rulemaking that bars accused athlete‑harassers from wagering, tightened geo‑fencing for advanced‑deposit wagering, joined a national self‑exclusion program, and reported criminal investigations into offshore iGaming and illegal poker rooms.

Wyoming is leading the charge in gaming regulation by banning athlete-harassers from wagering and tightening controls on illegal operations.

Learn more here!

#WY #GamblingRegulation #ProblemGambling #CitizenPortal #IllegalOperations

Hacker News Companion

@hncompanion.com

4 months ago

Gambling's highly addictive nature, compared to other vices, is exacerbated by easy online access. This convenience increases its potential to ruin lives, highlighting the severe personal impact. 💔 #ProblemGambling 3/6

Online-Casinos.com

@online-casinos.com

5 months ago

UKGC Finds 1.4 Million Britons Have a Gambling Problem A new piece of research from the Gambling Commission has highlighted the extent to which gambling addiction is a problem in the UK.

1.4 Million Britons face gambling issues, UKGC reports. Shocking new data inside! 🤯 Read the full story now! 👇
www.online-casinos.com/uk/news/society/ukgc-fin...

#GamblingAddiction #UKGC #ProblemGambling

Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities (TASC)

@tascinc.bsky.social

5 months ago

TASC was in the house at the Illinois Problem Gambling Association’s 3rd Annual LatinX Conference! 🙌

Our team shared insights on gambling and mental health in Latin America—and the innovative work TASC is leading to address #ProblemGambling.

@gamblock.bsky.social

5 months ago

GamBlock® for Windows blocks gambling on Tor & Mullvad—but you can still browse safely! Any non-gambling app works, inclduing from CNET. Stay protected.

#gambling #Problemgambling

Samaritan Daytop Village

@samaritandv.bsky.social

5 months ago

From Pitching Pennies to Recovery: Two Men's Journey Through Problem Gambling YouTube video by NYS OASAS

NYSOASAS latest podcast episode focuses on #problemgambling & features Peer Supervisor Albert Aponte & AcaciaNetwork's Senior Administrator Luis Laboy.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibzA...
#NationalProblemGamblingAwarenessMonth #ProblemGamblingAwarenessMonth #gamblingaddiction #problemgamblingawareness

Leon Xiao

@leonxiao.com

6 months ago

Frontiers | Commentary: Prediction of problem gambling by demographics, gaming behavior and psychological correlates among gacha gamers: A cross-sectional online survey in Chinese young adults 1. IntroductionTang et al. (1) purported to report that ‘problem gambling,’ as they defined it, is associated with monetary spending on video game mechanics ...

Did you know? 🤔 If you edit a psychological scale about #ProblemGambling by replacing all references to "#gambling" with "#gacha mechanics" instead, then those questions no longer measure problem gambling but some untested construct of gacha "harm"? 📝📊

doi.org/10.3389/fpsy...

FactRage

@factrage.bsky.social

7 months ago

The Hidden Blueprint: How U.S. Sports Betting Exploded into Billions, and the Unseen Costs of Its Unchecked Growth "An analysis of the U.S. sports betting boom since 2018, examining the massive revenue growth, its societal impact, and rising problem gambling concerns."

Since 2018, Americans Wagered $520 Billion on Sports. But at What Cost?
#SportsBetting #Gambling #PASPA #ProblemGambling #ResponsibleGaming #SportsBiz #FactRage #FactRageNews

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@advisor-on-fire.bsky.social

7 months ago

Part 300: Six Years Later - Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. In Part 300 I discuss another important financial milestone, and discuss the morally bankrupt gambling industry. Weekly Update It feels like I’m spe...

Another financial milestone and a huge personal achievement.

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#financialindependence
#retireearly
#problemgambling
#investing

Riverbend

@riverbendmv.bsky.social

9 months ago

Today our team was in attendance at the Massachusetts Problem Gambling Conference. Some staff were continuing their education, while others were exhibiting at our resource table and presenting. #Riverbend #treatmentandrecovery #substanceusedisorder #mentalhealth #problemgambling

iGB

@igamingbusiness.bsky.social

9 months ago

Senator calls for betting ban over fears it is negatively influencing Brazilian football Brazilian Senator Eduardo Girão has hit out at the influence of betting on the country’s football industry.

Brazil's Senator Eduardo Girão has called for a ban on betting amid concerns that new regulations are having a negative influence on #football - citing rising rates of #problemgambling and family debt bit.ly/4j6DC3p

Jay

@stork19.bsky.social

9 months ago

#stayquit

Anyone struggling- take back control. You got this

#motivation #friday #problemgambling

Ultimate Healing Solutions, LLC.

@uhsolutions.bsky.social

10 months ago

Understanding Sports Betting Addiction: Signs and Solutions Explore the truth behind sports betting addiction, its warning signs, and how we can help those in need to protect our communities.

When Fun Turns Risky: How Legal Sports Betting Is Fueling Gambling Addiction

#SportsBetting #GamblingAddiction #MentalHealthMatters #ProblemGambling #Sportsbook #BettingAwareness #AddictionRecovery #MindfulGambling #HealthAwareness #TherapyWorks

ultimatehealingsolutions.com/2025/04/27/w...

iGB

@igamingbusiness.bsky.social

10 months ago

SPA publishes new regulatory agenda, responsible gambling prioritised The SPA in Brazil has published its regulatory agenda for the 2025-26 biennium, with the promotion of responsible gambling a key focus.

Brazil's Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA) 2025–26 agenda makes national self‑exclusion tools its top priority to curb #problemgambling bit.ly/42MiB9j

The Betting Truth

@thebettingtruth.bsky.social

10 months ago

Losing More Than Just Money?

That thrill of the bet can quickly turn into a relentless chase. Gambling addiction isn't about a few lost dollars; it's about losing control, relationships, and your peace of mind.

#GamblingAddiction #ProblemGambling #RecoveryIsPossible #GetHelp

Citizen Portal News Nebraska

@citizenptnewsne.bsky.social

10 months ago

Senator Storm opposes LR 20 CA amid gambling debate statistics Senator Storm opposes LR 20 CA following statistics on online sports betting impacts.

Senator Storm challenges the narrative around online sports betting, revealing surprising statistics that suggest it's not as harmful as many believe.

Get the details!

#NE #CitizenPortal #ProblemGambling #ConsumerProtection

iGB

@igamingbusiness.bsky.social

11 months ago

Hawaii sports betting bill reaches senate floor Legislation to legalise online sports betting advanced one step closer in Hawaii, awaiting a possible vote by the full senate.

#Hawaii's sports betting bill reaches senate floor and now includes a 10% tax on adjusted gross revenue, with 7% of tax receipts set aside for #problemgambling programs bit.ly/4cnZntY

Samaritan Daytop Village

@samaritandv.bsky.social

11 months ago

For #ProblemGamblingAwarenessMonth, PARC (Peer Alliance Recovery Center) in Queens hosted "Knowing the Odds: Are You Really Winning?" Robin Singh of Queens Problem Gambling Resource Center, led a presentation on #gamblingaddiction. Attendees then competed in #ProblemGambling Awareness Trivia game!

Argus

@weareargus.bsky.social

11 months ago

We partnered with the Massachusetts Office of Problem Gambling Services to raise awareness around problem gambling - recently to encourage young men that they can get the support they need.

Visit mass.gov/problem-gambling for resources and information for all ages.

#clientwork #problemgambling

Samaritan Daytop Village

@samaritandv.bsky.social

1 year ago

Greetings from NY Council on Problem Gambling Annual Conference in Albany! Our Recovery Services team-Peer Recovery Professionals & advocates from PARC, Outpatient Treatment, & Citywide Addiction Support Network-heard the latest insights on the prevention, treatment, & recovery of #problemgambling.

Vixio

@vixioregulatory.bsky.social

1 year ago

📢 NEW GAMBLING COMPLIANCE WEBINAR 🎲 As we observe #ProblemGamblingAwarenessMonth in the U.S.

👉 Save your seat: discover.vixio.com/2025-gamblin...

#problemgambling #responsiblegambling #safergambling #playerprotection #gamblingwebinar #responsiblegamblingwebinar #gamblingcompliance

Sunrise Community for Recovery & Wellness

@sunrisecommunity.bsky.social

1 year ago

FREE Zoom problem gambling training for certified Recovery Coaches. Sign up at SunriseInAsheville.org/problem-gambling-training #recoverycoach #rca #problemgambling #asheville #buncombecounty