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GambleAware calls for health warnings on gambling ads, as major research highlights need for improved safer gambling messaging
GambleAware, the leading commissioner of gambling harms prevention and treatment services in Great Britain, has called for enhanced evidence-based health warnings on gambling adverts. The call comes in response to findings published today from an independent research consortium, showing the need for clearer safer gambling messaging that highlights the risks associated with gambling.
The research, based on a survey of over 7,000 people, has called into question the effectiveness of the widely used industry-led slogan ‘Take Time To Think’ (TTTT). The report revealed that the current slogan fails to land the jeopardy of gambling harms or signpost where people can get help.
Alexia Clifford, Chief Communications Officer for GambleAware, said: “Gambling harms are a serious public health issue, and it is vital that people are aware of the risks associated. Today’s landmark study underscores the need to replace the industry-led slogan ‘Take Time To Think’ with more compelling health warnings.
“We’re also concerned about operators’ misuse of the GambleAware logo and the lack of clear signposting to support channels. We urge industry to take heed of the growing body of evidence highlighting the need for better safeguards and restrictions.”
Findings from the study indicate replacing current industry marketing messages with three new health warnings, which were shown to be clearer, more impactful, and more memorable to both the public and people who gamble.
Emphasising addictiveness was shown to prompt behaviour change, with the strapline ‘Gambling can be addictive’ having greater cut-through (46% of people who gamble vs. 35% for TTTT) and prompting the most people setting the lowest deposit limit. The warning ‘Gambling comes at a cost’ was seen by people who gamble as more impactful and memorable, especially compared to TTTT (22% of people who gamble say this vs. 12% for TTTT). It effectively conveyed implications beyond financial harms. ‘Gambling can grip anyone’ also performed well across metrics.
Dr Raffaello Rossi, a lecturer in marketing at Bristol University and co-author of the research, said: “In the absence of strict gambling marketing restrictions, it is absolutely vital that we see warnings on gambling advertising that highlight the addictive nature of gambling, paired with clear, unambiguous signposting for people to access support if needed. We need to see better regulation of gambling operators who are widely bombarding us with their ads.”
Additional findings showed that the inclusion of a clear and separate GambleAware health warning at the end of a 30-second gambling advert was more than twice as effective than Take Time To Think at showing people where to get support (72% vs. 30% agree). The analysis will form the basis of a new guidelines3 providing operators with clear guidance and recommendations on how to promote safer gambling and prevent harm.
The latest report findings align with the recent Government response, which clearly set out the need for public health messaging to be integrated and reinforced to effectively reduce harm and have impact. They also follow recent research from GambleAware highlighting the role advertising plays in normalising gambling for children and young people, who described feeling their online world was “saturated” with betting promotions and gambling-like content.
Sam Starsmore, who has lived experience of gambling harm, said: “I’ve experienced first-hand the profound impact of gambling harm on every aspect of life – mentally, physically, emotionally, and financially. Sadly, there are potentially millions more people out there at risk of harm, and if they or a loved one are concerned about their gambling, they need to know where they can get help.
“Gambling operators spend millions on advertising, but there isn’t nearly enough regulation and signposting to support services has to be improved. Reflecting on my personal experiences, the safer gambling messages never had an impact in providing me with a platform or direction to seek the support I crucially needed. Change is needed and could help prevent so many people from more serious consequences further down the line.”
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Win Systems, a leading provider of technology solutions for the gaming and entertainment industry, will be attending GAT Expo Cartagena 2026 on March 25–26 in Cartagena de Indias. Visitors can find the company at Stand A7, where it will highlight its latest electronic roulette innovations and casino solutions.
At the event, Win Systems will unveil Colors, the next evolution of its successful electronic roulette line. This includes an innovative 6-position wall-mounted version designed to optimize floor space while delivering maximum performance and visual impact on the gaming floor.
Customization and Player Engagement
Colors stands out for its high level of customization, allowing operators to tailor visual elements and configurations to align with their brand identity and market preferences. Whether in compact or large-scale setups, Colors is engineered to capture attention and enhance player engagement from the very first spin.
A key innovation is its dynamic paytable, which enables players to select from four different paytable options. This includes multipliers of up to 120x on inside bets, offering both increased excitement for players and higher revenue potential for operators. By combining design, performance, and flexibility, Colors delivers a highly versatile and profitable solution for modern casinos.
Enhanced Slot Offerings
In addition to Colors, Win Systems will showcase its renowned Sublime and Rhapsody slot machines, now featuring new game releases that blend advanced graphics, innovative mechanics, and high performance. These updates reinforce Win Systems’ commitment to creating engaging content that maximizes both the player experience and operator profitability.
Strategic Industry Presence
“GAT Expo Cartagena is a key platform for the Latin American gaming industry,” said Manuel Wladdimiro, Sales Director for Central America & the Caribbean at Win Systems. “It’s an ideal opportunity to present our latest innovations and strengthen our presence in the region.”
With a proven international track record and a constantly evolving product portfolio, Win Systems continues to prioritize innovation, performance, and results-driven design. Attendees are invited to visit Stand A7 to experience these new developments firsthand.
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Win Systems, a leading provider of technology for the gaming and entertainment industry, will participate in the upcoming edition of GAT Expo Cartagena, which will take place in Cartagena de Indias on March 25 and 26. The company will be present at Stand A7, where it will showcase its latest developments in electronic roulettes and casino solutions.
During the event, Win Systems will present its latest major innovation: Colors, the evolution of its successful electronic roulette, including its innovative 6-position wall-mounted version. This revolutionary solution optimizes floor space while maximizing performance on the gaming floor without sacrificing visual impact.
In addition, Colors stands out for its high level of customization. Operators can adapt visual elements and configurations to align them with their brand identity and the preferences of their market. This flexibility makes Colors a versatile and strategic solution, capable of integrating seamlessly both in compact spaces and in larger-scale configurations. Colors is designed to capture attention from the very first moment.
Another key differentiator of this line is its dynamic paytable, which allows players to personalize their experience by choosing from four different paytable options. This innovative feature includes multipliers of up to 120x on inside bets, adding a new level of flexibility, excitement, and winning potential to every game. Thanks to this versatility, Colors not only increases player appeal but also positions itself as a highly profitable solution for operators, combining innovation, customization, design, and performance in a single product.
In addition, the company will showcase its renowned Sublime and Rhapsody slot machines, now featuring new games that are revolutionizing the market thanks to their combination of advanced graphics, innovative mechanics, and outstanding performance on the gaming floor. These updates reinforce Win Systems’ commitment to the continuous development of high-impact content that maximizes both the player experience and operator profitability.
“GAT Expo Cartagena is a strategic meeting point for the industry in Latin America. For us, it is a great opportunity to present our latest innovations and continue strengthening our presence in the region,” said Manuel Wladdimiro Sales director of Central America & the Caribbean at Win Systems.
With a strong international track record and an ever-evolving portfolio, Win Systems reaffirms at GAT Cartagena its commitment to innovation, performance, and results-driven design. Attendees will be able to discover all these new developments firsthand by visiting Stand A7 during the event.
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Win Systems, proveedor líder en tecnología para la industria del juego y entretenimiento, participará en la próxima edición de GAT Expo Cartagena, que se celebrará en Cartagena de Indias los días 25 y 26 de marzo. La compañía estará presente en el Stand A7, donde mostrará sus más recientes desarrollos en ruletas electrónicas y soluciones para casino.
Durante el evento, Win Systems presentará su última gran novedad: Colors, la evolución de su exitosa ruleta electrónica, incluyendo su innovadora versión de pared de 6 posiciones. Una solución revolucionaria que optimiza el espacio y potencia al máximo el rendimiento en sala sin renunciar al impacto visual.
Además, Colors marca la diferencia por su alto nivel de personalización. Los operadores pueden adaptar elementos visuales, configuraciones para alinearlos con la identidad de su marca y las preferencias de su mercado. Esta flexibilidad convierte a Colors en una solución versátil y estratégica, capaz de integrarse con fuerza tanto en espacios compactos como en configuraciones de mayor escala. Colors, está diseñada para captar la atención desde el primer momento.
Otro de los grandes diferenciales de esta línea es la tabla de pagos dinámica, que permite a los jugadores personalizar su experiencia eligiendo entre cuatro opciones distintas de tabla de pagos. Esta innovadora característica incorpora multiplicadores de hasta 120x en apuestas internas, añadiendo un nuevo nivel de flexibilidad, emoción y potencial de premio en cada partida. Gracias a esta versatilidad, Colors no solo incrementa el atractivo para el jugador, sino que también se posiciona como una solución altamente rentable para los operadores, combinando innovación, personalización, diseño y desempeño en un mismo producto.
Además, la compañía presentará sus reconocidas máquinas slots Sublime y Rhapsody, ahora con nuevos juegos que están revolucionando el mercado gracias a su combinación de gráficos avanzados, mecánicas innovadoras y un desempeño sobresaliente en sala. Estas actualizaciones refuerzan el compromiso de Win Systems con el desarrollo continuo de contenido de alto impacto que maximiza la experiencia del jugador y la rentabilidad del operador.
“GAT Expo Cartagena es un punto de encuentro estratégico para la industria en Latinoamérica. Para nosotros es una gran oportunidad presentar nuestras últimas innovaciones y seguir fortaleciendo nuestra presencia en la región”, destacó Manuel Wladdimiro, Sales Director Central America & Caribe de Win Systems.
Con una sólida trayectoria internacional y un portafolio en constante evolución, Win Systems reafirma en GAT Cartagena su compromiso con la innovación, el rendimiento y el diseño orientado a resultados. Los asistentes podrán conocer de primera mano todas estas novedades visitando el Stand A7 durante la feria.
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