Tag: Underage gambling
Dutch gambling regulator cracks down on illegal ads aimed at young players
The Netherlands Gambling Authority has wrapped up a six-month investigation into illegal gambling advertisements appearing in mainstream... more
Other states have tackled youth gambling. Why hasn’t Maryland?
For two decades, William Hinman had been an addict — first to alcohol, then to gambling. But 10 years ago, he decided to get clean, and... more
Argentina aims to limit teenage online gambling activity
Argentina is one of many countries where online gambling has become a cause for concern. Those in the know believe that reform is required... more
Bill would ban gambling advertisements at Connecticut public colleges
A newly proposed bill seeks to limit students’ exposure to gaming-related advertisements across public higher education campuses in... more
Dutch regulator warns against raising legal gambling age
Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) chairman Michael Groothuizen, has urged state secretary for legal protection Teun Struycken to reconsider raising... more
Netherlands plans for 21-year-old age limit on certain gambling games
State Secretary Teun Struycken for Legal Protection is working on a plan to implement an age limit of 21 years or older for the riskiest... more
Swedish report flags link between loot boxes and problem gambling
A report by Spelinspektionen has found a link between young adults that participated in gambling via video games while under age and risky... more
Lawmakers call for stricter measures against underage gambling in Spain
Spain is planning to impose additional ID requirements on the gambling sector to limit the participation of minors. Prior to the... more
How the quick high of ‘fast-food gambling’ ensnared young men
Watching televised sports in 2025 can feel a little like sitting through one long gambling commercial, interspersed by occasional flashes... more
European watchdog tackles online gambling risks among youth
The Council of Europe’s rights watchdog is stepping up to address the growing issue of online gambling and gaming, especially among young... more