Health and Social Care practitioners saw a 72% increase in their ability to recognise gaming and gambling harms in children and young people after completing Ygam’s training, an independent evaluation has revealed.

The independent evaluation, conducted by Rocket Science, highlights the ‘vital role’ of Ygam’s programme in equipping practitioners with the knowledge and tools to recognise, support, and signpost those at risk. It emphasises the importance of Ygam’s work as many practitioners initially have limited awareness of the risks that gaming and gambling can pose to children and young people.

The report reveals data that shows that, in 2024, Ygam not only frequently met, but also exceeded, its monthly targets in relation to the children and young people reach of trained delegates, achieving an overall reach of 166% of the intended target. Ygam trained 1,957 practitioners reaching an estimated 199,467 children and young people. Key deliveries of the training included clinical and non-clinical staff at Alder Hey Children’s and frontline teams at the children’s mental health charity Place2Be.

The evaluation provides strong evidence that Ygam’s training is highly effective and well-suited for Health and Social Care practitioners. Participants reported significantly increased knowledge of gaming and gambling harms after completing the training. The findings also indicate that the programme enhances practitioners’ ability to recognise the signs of harm in children and young people, as well as their confidence in signposting and offering appropriate support when concerns arise.

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Data collect from pre, and post workshop surveys showed their knowledge of gaming and gambling harms increased from 14.8% to 95.1%. There was also strong evidence to suggest their confidence in communicating with children and young people about gaming and gambling had increased (from 20.4% to 91.9%), as well as their ability to signpost and support those who may be experiencing harm (from 18.5% to 92.8%).

The evidence also suggests that the increase in knowledge is enduring insofar as most respondents reported high levels of knowledge regarding gambling and gaming in children and young people at both three months (57.8%) and six months (75.0%) following the workshop.

The evaluation also presented Ygam with some recommendations to enhance the reach and effectiveness of the programme. These include expanding training access to a wider range of frontline professionals, integrating content into existing safeguarding and mental health frameworks, and developing tailored resources for specific practitioner groups.

Sandy Thompson, Programme Lead for Health and Social care at Ygam, said:

“Being evidence-led is at the heart of everything we do. This evaluation does not just depict our impact but emphasises our heightened focus on reflection and improvement. Over the past year, we’ve embedded rigorous evaluation into every stage of programme delivery to ensure our work is both effective and responsive to the needs of health care practitioners and the young people they support.

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“These insights have shaped our approach, informed our partnerships, and strengthened our commitment to continuous growth. As we look ahead, this evidence base will continue to guide our efforts to scale impact and drive meaningful change in the prevention of gaming and gambling harms.”

In a significant step towards accessible healthcare, the FBM Foundation joins forces with Alagang Estrella to empower the Baliwag City Hemodialysis Center (BCHC). As the first public-private health partnership in Central Luzon, BHCH benefits from this gesture and gets the chance to offer improved healthcare services to the local community.

The FBM Foundation reaffirms its commitment to community responsibility through its latest initiative, which aims to improve access to essential health services for those in need. The corporate social responsibility project of the FBM Group has partnered with Alagang Estrella to effectively carry out this mission.

The Alagang Estrella, a public service campaign led by Mayor Sonia Estrella and Vice Mayor Ferdie Estrella of Baliwag, Bulacan, delivers compassionate and proactive programs for the community. From health services to education, it aims to uplift the lives of every Baliwagenyo. BCHC, one of its key beneficiaries, is a modern dialysis facility that provides life-saving treatment to underprivileged patients in the area.

Mr. Philip Lim, President, and Ms. Anj Martinez, Vice President of the Baliwag Hemodialysis Center, were also present during the ambulance turnover ceremony and distribution of goods. Their presence highlighted the center’s strong partnership with the FBM Foundation and their shared commitment to improving the lives of dialysis patients in Baliwag. Mr. Allan Concepcion, General Manager of 5Seasons, also joined the event in support of the foundation’s ongoing efforts. His participation reflects the growing collaboration between the private sector and community-driven initiatives in advancing accessible healthcare for all.

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The Baliwag City Hemodialysis Center is now one of the beneficiaries of this public campaign. This state-of-the-art dialysis facility, located in Baliwag, Bulacan, offers modern dialysis services, especially for financially challenged residents of the city. With a focus on improving healthcare services for the local community, the BCHC demonstrates the city’s commitment to providing compassionate and accessible healthcare to its citizens.

One ambulance with healing effects on thousands of lives

On July 14 2025, in collaboration with Alagang Estrella and 10 dedicated FBM Foundation volunteers, FBM Foundation donates an ambulance to ensure more convenient transportation for BCHC’s dialysis patients. This second ambulance donation by the FBM Foundation marks the continuous commitment and contribution of the project to facilitate better access to healthcare services.

The ambulance will be a safe and reliable vehicle for dialysis patients, ensuring timely access to medical services and easing the hassle of transportation.

“At FBM Foundation, we believe that access to healthcare is a right, not a privilege. This ambulance donation it’s a commitment to life, dignity, and hope for the communities that need it most.”, mentioned Pepe Costa, FBM Foundation’s Representative in the Philippines.

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The FBM Foundation and Alagang Estrella’s collaboration is a testament to genuine public service, highlighting the shared hope in helping the Baliwag community. Both projects contribute to shedding light amidst the challenges in healthcare provision, strengthening the core of modern dialysis given by BCHC. This collaborative initiative contributes to community improvement visibly and aims to inspire future projects, challenging more people to lend a helping hand.

FBM Foundation continues its mission to create a lasting impact by promoting growth and well-being in communities around the world.

B90 Holdings plc, an online marketing group for the global gaming industry, today provides a trading update for the six-month period ended 30 June 2025.

The Group delivered a strong performance in the first half of 2025, with both revenue and EBITDA increasing significantly compared to the same period last year. This reflects continued momentum in B90’s transition to a lean, scalable, B2B-focused model.

As a result of the progress made, the Board expects full-year 2025 revenue and EBITDA to at least be in line with market expectations.

The Group’s scalable pay-per-click engine continues to deliver high-quality leads and first-time depositing customers to its B2B partners, underpinning strong commercial traction. The number of active partner accounts grew during the period, with new partnerships already contributing to total revenue. Operational efficiency remains a core focus, with operating expenses held relatively flat despite a significant increase in both revenue and EBITDA on the prior year comparable period.

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Looking ahead to the second half of 2025, the Group’s priorities include continuing to scale the existing business as partner revenue grows and further diversifying its marketing channel mix. Technology remains central to operations, with early adoption of AI and high levels of automation continuing to underpin performance. The Company remains confident in delivering another year of material revenue and EBITDA growth.

Commenting on the outlook for the remainder of the year, Executive Chairman Ronny Breivik said:

“B90 is no longer just a turnaround story; it is now a technology-led B2B marketing growth story. Strong year-on-year growth confirms that our pivot from B2C gambling operations to a leaner, B2B-led model is working. Our first-half results represent clear progress and position us well for the remainder of the year.

“We now have a solid platform to scale more aggressively, and our focus will be on growing revenues from existing assets; expanding our partner base; unlocking new geographies; and investing in next-generation marketing channels.

“Technology remains at the core of our model, and we will continue to embrace AI and automation to ensure efficiency at scale. We remain confident in delivering another year of material revenue and EBITDA growth.”

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