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National Gambling Education and Support Programme Launched for the UK
GamCare and YGAM will be working together to provide a new national gambling education and support programme for young people aged 11-19 across the UK.
The initiative will equip a generation of young people to better understand the risks associated with gambling and engage with gambling products and environments in an informed way.
The programme is part of a package of BGC Safer Gambling Commitments announced in November 2019. It will involve direct provision of education to 120,000 young people, in addition to the training of over 100,000 professionals who deliver education to young people – including teachers, youth workers, community mental health practitioners, police and community sports trusts.
GamCare and YGAM have set out the following shared aspirations for gambling education in the UK:
All 11-19-year-olds in England, Wales and Northern Ireland receive at least one session of gambling awareness education during their secondary/further education (provision in Scotland is delivered through Fast Forward)
All teachers, youth workers and other professionals working with young people should have access to information about the risks of gambling, how to identify gambling related harm in young people and where help can be sought.
All parents and families should have access to information about young people’s gambling, how to keep young people safe, and where they can be referred for help and support.
All young people (aged 18 and under) who are ‘at risk’ of or have developed a problem with gambling, or are affected by the gambling of someone close to them (e.g. a parent), should have access to age-appropriate treatment
The evidence-led, evaluated, and accredited education programmes extend beyond the individuals they reach directly by equipping people with the skills and confidence to talk to others about gambling harms and identify harmful behaviour in those close to them.
Anna Hemmings, CEO of GamCare, says:
“GamCare have been working with young people and youth facing professionals to deliver gambling education for many years. What we see in the classroom tends to be polarised views on gambling, and a lack of clear understanding about its potential risks. We are delighted to be working with YGAM and extending this much needed programme. We believe that gambling education should have parity with education around other risky behaviours and the extension of this programme will help us take a significant step towards achieving that aim.”
Lee Willows, founder and CEO of YGAM, says:
“Building upon our five-year track record of training professionals who have influence over young people’s learning, we are delighted to be working with GamCare, the Betting & Gaming Council and their members and our various external evaluation partners to scale our geographical reach to deliver this ambitious programme. Raising awareness and harm-prevention education is an important component to reduce gambling-related harms. By training professionals who have influence over young people’s learning, we will equip these professionals with the skills, knowledge and confidence to not only deliver the programme but also highlight the age-appropriate support available from GamCare.”
The education programme will be supported by a range of high-quality materials developed in accordance with PSHE Association, City and Guilds and Pearson quality standards.
To ensure the programme is delivered throughout the COVID-19 lockdown, resources will be further enriched by quality video and digital content reflective of the spaces in which young people consume information.
Those identified as being impacted by gambling-related harm through the programme will be able to receive seamless access to help and support from the GamCare team and via our youth facing website: www.BigDeal.org.uk
The Betting and Gaming Council is providing funds for the programme to the Charities Aid Foundation, which will disperse the funds to GamCare and YGAM in accordance with the grant. The programme will be overseen by an independent evaluator who will report regularly on progress against key target objectives.
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Adam Kamiar Commercial Director Ganadu
Three online casinos in five months from Ganadu – Meet Berriez
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Ganadu Gaming Ltd. has announced the launch of Berriez, its third online brand launch within the unprecedented timeline of five months. The operator is showing no signs of slowing down, either, with plans already underway for the next product launches, prompting industry stalwarts to wonder what’s behind this rapid growth mindset and what’s coming next.
Sustainability through growth
The three casino brands, Flamez, Speedz and now Berriez have all been built, tested and launched in an incredibly tight time frame, each with its own selection of games, bespoke welcome offers and distinct branding. The releases turn the concept of online casino marketing on its head: that a brand launch should be a dedicated focus that lasts for months, if not extending to years, rather than the Ganadu style of business that has focused on rapid deployment and market penetration. This methodology, according to the team, is exactly what will lead to sustainability.
What to expect from Ganadu
The primary focus for Ganadu is one of rapid growth, with more brands, product offering expansion and increased market penetration all on the cards for 2026. Having laid the foundations, the leadership team is confident that these goals are all attainable.
Adam Kamiar, Commercial Director, Ganadu offers some insights into this explosive marketing activity: “Ganadu is your archetypal multibrand: we have industry experts able to create products that target segmented markets, so we’re able to diversify our products at a rapid pace. Our platform architecture has been created with this in mind, allowing us to replicate certain elements while ensuring that the branding is fresh and appealing for different audiences.
He continues: “We’re aiming for a vast suite of products and brands that reach every conceivable market segment; more than that, we’re looking to dominate in those segments and marketplaces in which players are accessing our brands. Time is one of the factors that provides us with the means to do this. Our tightly-knit teams have perfected efficiency when it comes to product development and deployment, so we’re always working on the next ideas in conjunction with our current product focuses. Historically, operators have spent way too long in product development. We’ve specifically reduced the steps it takes to get from product conception to launch. This allows us to start achieving revenue at an earlier time, so the timeline from business development to profitability is reduced. It’s a win-win for us”.
Ganadu has close relationships with the world’s leading game providers as well as payment providers, so the organisation can leverage those partnerships to great effect for the benefit of customers, existing and new players alike.
The Berriez experience
Berriez is designed to offer a slick user experience with plenty of special promotions and bonus opportunities to sweeten the deal.
Players can look forward to easy registration processes, rapid deposit and withdrawals across secure payment systems that include selected credit cards, e-wallets, or online banking to suit player preferences, with the peace of mind of knowing that world-class encryption and security technology is in place to safeguard their personal data.
There are thousands of games to choose from, including familiar favourite slot games, Live casino action and table games. Game providers like Hacksaw Gaming, Pragmatic Play, Play’n GO and Evolution are all present, so players can browse the games lobby at their leisure for the themes, titles and experiences they enjoy. Berriez is optimised for both desktop and mobile play.
To kick off the fun, there’s a generous Welcome Offer, and regular promotions across popular game titles are bound to keep players engaged. A Daily Cashback offer has proven to be successful at Flamez and Speedz: this attractive proposition welcomes players to Berriez, too.
The entire Berriez experience is a sweet one!
Ganadu Gaming has assured customers that every product enhancement and new brand release comes with a commitment to player enjoyment; there will be even more exciting releases to look forward to in the near future.
Licensed and regulated
Berriez Casino is operated by Ganadu, under a strict license from the Kahnawake Gaming Commission (KGC), ensuring fair play and regulatory compliance. The platform employs state-of-the-art encryption to safeguard personal and financial data. Berriez is equipped with the prestigious ISO 27001 certification, underscoring the company’s commitment to information security.
Note: Certain games are restricted within certain territories due to regulatory requirements.
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Compliance Updates
eGaming Integrity Celebrates Two Years of Independent Compliance and Audit Expertise
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eGaming Integrity Ltd marks its two-year anniversary, celebrating a period of growth, trust, and continued delivery of independent regulatory, compliance, and audit expertise to eGaming operators, suppliers, and Corporate Service Providers.
Founded by former regulators and senior compliance leaders, eGaming Integrity was established with a clear mission: to help protect licences and reputations through practical, regulator-ready assurance. Two years on, the firm continues to provide objective, expert support designed to strengthen governance and reduce regulatory risk.
A Trusted Partner for Assurance
In just 24 months, eGaming Integrity has become a trusted partner for organisations seeking confidence in their control environments. The team delivers:
- mock regulatory audits and inspection readiness;
- independent internal audit programmes;
- targeted remediation and advisory support.
Emma Shilling, Director, highlighted the firm’s commitment to meaningful, independent assurance: “Reaching our second anniversary is a proud moment. From day one, our focus has been to provide independent assurance that adds real value. We help embed governance and compliance into everyday operations to protect licences and reputations for the long term.”
Robert Penfold, Head of Internal Audit, highlighted the importance of objective insight in strengthening client operations: “Over the past two years, eGI has shown how truly independent audit and compliance support can reduce risk and give boards confidence that controls are working as they should. Our role is to provide clear, workable solutions that prepare businesses for scrutiny and support their ongoing success.”
Looking Forward
As it enters its third year, eGaming Integrity remains committed to delivering expert,
impartial, and commercially practical assurance. Whether preparing businesses for regulatory engagement, providing independent internal audit services, or supporting targeted remediation, the firm’s goal remains simple: to be the trusted partner that helps protect licenses and reputations.
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Denmark
Spelinspektionen: Data collection for unique Nordic gaming study begins
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A joint Nordic research project is now mapping gambling habits and gambling problems – 150,000 people in the Nordic region are participating in the sample.
The Nordic countries Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark have launched a unique joint research project on gambling: the Pan-Nordic Gambling Study (PANG). The aim is to gather comparable knowledge about gambling habits and gambling problems in the region – something that has been lacking so far. From Sweden, the Public Health Agency, which is responsible for the assignment, and the Swedish Gambling Authority have participated in the work of developing the study.
The study includes, among other things, the prevalence of gambling, participation in different forms of gambling, differences between licensed and unlicensed gambling, and the connection between gambling and health.
“The study will provide a basis for assessing gambling and gambling problems in the Nordic countries. It will be exciting to compare the results with previous Swedish data and with the rest of the Nordic countries, especially since so few similar joint surveys have been conducted in Europe,” says Maria Vinberg, investigator at the Swedish Gambling Authority.
Data collection will now begin in November 2025, when approximately 30,000 randomly selected people in each country will have the opportunity to participate in the survey. The results of the survey will be published in a joint report in spring 2026 and will constitute an important knowledge base for research and future decisions in the field of gambling.
Source: spelinspektionen.se
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