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NCPG Celebrates Senate Action on Military Gambling Addiction Research

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The Senate Appropriations Committee approved a key provision in the FY26 Senate Defense Appropriations Bill that would, for the first time, make gambling addiction an eligible research topic under the Department of Defense’s Peer-Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP). The decision marks a historic step in addressing gambling disorder as a behavioral health condition impacting active duty servicemembers and Veterans.

The provision was championed by a broad group of lawmakers, led by Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), and supported by more than two dozen state affiliates of the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), as well as leading operators from the gambling industry including FanDuel, BetMGM, and MGM Resorts International.

“The Committee’s action will finally give researchers, local VA clinicians, and military health officials the ability to better understand and address gambling addiction among those who serve. We’re grateful to our allies in Congress, industry partners, and the public health community for making this progress possible,” said Derek Longmeier, President of NCPG’s Board of Directors.

According to recent research from NCPG, nearly 20 million American adults report experiencing at least one problematic gambling behavior “many times” in the past year. Although this research suggests that the risk for gambling problems may be stabilizing, military communities remain disproportionately affected.

Gambling addiction is one of the most under-researched behavioral health conditions among military populations even though servicemembers are twice as likely as civilians to experience gambling problems. Nearly 40% of veterans who seek treatment for gambling addiction report having attempted suicide.

“Servicemembers and Veterans facing gambling addiction deserve the same level of support and understanding we’ve worked to build around PTSD, depression, and other behavioral health challenges. This provision is a critical step toward recognizing the realities our military community faces and ensuring the federal government invests in the basic, foundational research needed to support recovery,” said Sen. Ben Ray Luján.

Congress previously mandated annual screenings for gambling disorder in the FY2019 National Defense Authorization Act. However, without federal research funding, military and local VA clinicians lack the data and tools necessary to facilitate early intervention or provide evidence-based care.

If enacted into law, the FY26 Defense Appropriations bill would establish the first federally recognized pathway for research into gambling addiction in the military. The bill now proceeds to the full Senate for consideration.

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EveryMatrix secures licensing approval in Alberta Canada

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EveryMatrix has received conditional licensing approval from the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission (AGLC) to offer its iGaming technology in the Canadian province, marking another step in the company’s expansion across North America.

The approval enables the Group to provide its award-winning casino and sports platform technologies to licensed operators in Alberta, soon to become Canada’s second regulated iGaming territory following Ontario.

Alberta’s regulated iGaming market is expected to launch in July this year, opening the door for licensed operators to enter the province under its new framework.

At launch EveryMatrix will offer premium titles from its in-house studio, Fantasma Games, as well as aggregated content with further opportunities to expand its portfolio.

The approval further strengthens EveryMatrix’s position as a tier-1 provider in North America, where it already holds licences in multiple North American jurisdictions, including Ontario since 2022, New Jersey, Michigan, West Virginia, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania.

With a population of approximately five million, high digital adoption, and one of the strongest GDP per capita profiles in North America, Alberta is a high-potential iGaming jurisdiction.

EveryMatrix has already secured commercial opportunities in the province, with agreements in place to deliver both platform and in-house gaming content.

Rani Axon, Market Manager, North America, EveryMatrix, said: “Entering Alberta marks an exciting step for the Group as we expand further into one of North America’s most attractive regulated markets. This approval shows the strength of our compliance team and our readiness to meet regulatory requirements in any market.”

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Incentive Games wins interim Pennsylvania gaming licence

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Incentive Games has been granted an interim gaming licence in Pennsylvania by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, effective immediately. The approval allows the B2B supplier to offer its real-money gaming products to licensed operators in the state.

The Pennsylvania approval follows Incentive Games’ licensing in Michigan in 2025, as the company continues to expand across regulated North American markets.

Incentive Games said the Pennsylvania licence gives it access to one of the most established and competitive US iGaming markets, where compliance and player protection requirements are tightly enforced.

Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said, “Being granted an interim licence in Pennsylvania is a huge achievement for our business and a strong endorsement of our regulatory approach. It strengthens our position in North America and supports our ambition to grow through trusted partnerships in regulated markets. We look forward to working with operators in Pennsylvania to deliver high-quality real-money gaming experiences to their players.”

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Incentive Games Secures Interim Pennsylvania Gaming Licence

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Incentive Games, a leading B2B games provider, has been granted an interim gaming licence in Pennsylvania by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. The approval, effective immediately, enables the company to offer its portfolio of real-money gaming products to licensed operators within the state.

This builds on Incentive Games’ earlier licensing success in Michigan in 2025 and continues its expansion across regulated North American markets. The Pennsylvania approval further reinforces the company’s focus on regulatory excellence, operational transparency and secure, responsible gaming practices as it scales its presence in the region.

Achieving a Pennsylvania licence opens access to one of the most established and competitive iGaming markets in the United States, where stringent standards govern compliance and player protection. Incentive Games’ approval reflects its ability to meet these expectations across multiple jurisdictions.

Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said, “Being granted an interim licence in Pennsylvania is a huge achievement for our business and a strong endorsement of our regulatory approach. It strengthens our position in North America and supports our ambition to grow through trusted partnerships in regulated markets. We look forward to working with operators in Pennsylvania to deliver high-quality real-money gaming experiences to their players.”

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