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By Max Wright/ Feb 6, 2020, 3:28 PM

What does the future of gambling technology look like?

At ICE London, we saw the future. It's bright, loud, colourful and sleek.

By Max Wright/ Jul 3, 2020, 10:34 AM

House of lords say loot boxes should be regulated "immediately"

A new report makes a very clear point: "If it looks like gambling and feels like gambling, it should be regulated as gambling". Read more.

By Max Wright/ Feb 25, 2020, 11:00 AM

‘Technicalities’ are exposing children to gambling

Are the Gambling Commission's own rules and definitions stopping it from protecting children?

By Max Wright/ Apr 14, 2020, 1:40 PM

Credit cards are now banned on online gambling sites

Gamblers and bingo players alike will have to choose another payment method now as the Gambling Commission's long awaited ban is put into place.

By Max Wright/ Jul 8, 2020, 9:38 AM

GambleAware say bank blockers need to be standardised

A new study has found that only 60% of bank accounts have the option to block gambling transactions. The safer gambling charity thinks this needs to improve.

By Max Wright/ Nov 11, 2019, 9:00 AM

The Loot Box Debate

How should Loot Boxes in video games be regulated?

By Max Wright/ Nov 25, 2019, 1:30 PM

Are video game publishers unregulated gambling companies?

As the industry profits from randomised loot boxes, should publishers have gambling licenses?

By Max Wright/ May 13, 2020, 1:18 PM

Withdrawal reversals to be blocked on all gambling sites

Players who often change their mind when making a withdrawal will be glad to hear they'll no longer have the option

By Max Wright/ Mar 4, 2021, 1:46 PM

Fact Check: Did Lucky Vegas casino refuse to pay out £10,000?

It can be easy to take sensational news stories at face value. Max Wright takes a critical look at the latest anti-gambling sentiment making the rounds.

By Max Wright/ Jun 3, 2020, 3:28 PM

New report highlights gambling addiction’s role in crime

The review released by the Commission on Crime and Problem Gambling suggests the topic hasn't had enough peer-reviewed research and study. Read more.

By Max Wright/ Jul 7, 2020, 9:59 AM

New GC report suggests the industry is bouncing back

After the stats pointed to a downward trend last month, the return of sports seems to be bringing gamblers back.

By Max Wright/ Nov 4, 2019, 1:33 PM

UK MPs call for £2 stake limit for online casinos

The Gambling Commission voices their disappointment in the new report.

By Max Wright/ Jun 17, 2020, 2:19 PM

Could loot boxes be classed as gambling in 2020?

The government have confirmed that they will be collecting evidence later this year, which could lead to a change in classification.

By Max Wright/ Mar 27, 2020, 2:20 PM

How to organise a virtual bingo night with friends

Grab a drink, some snacks, get the gang together and shout "house" from the comfort of your own with your own private bingo game.

By Max Wright/ Nov 25, 2019, 11:30 AM

Grand Theft Auto 5's online casino is an unregulated success

Despite being identical to a real casino, the UK gambling commission don't want to get involved.

By Max Wright/ Oct 24, 2019, 10:28 AM

Gambling Commission report reveals how UK children are exposed to gambling

Should you be worried about your children being exposed to gambling?