Industry News
Rank Group incorporates Experian’s affordability check

Rank Group has integrated Experian’s first-of-its-kind affordability check for gaming websites. The new feature will assist gamblers to gamble affordably.
The affordability check can be made at the most appropriate point for customers, such as when there is a change in their account behaviour or specific behaviour may indicate an increased risk.
Once a customer has given their permission, Experian’s Open Banking service allows gaming companies to understand a person’s disposable income, their weekly income and expenditure, and how much they spend with other gambling websites. The Rank Group (Rank) is one such operator keen to explore the benefits Experian’s Open Banking service may deliver in terms of better understanding and managing customer risk. Rank will embark upon a proof-of-concept trial of the service, launching in the next few weeks.
Rank’s Director of Customer Diligence, Rory Howard, commented: “Rank Group welcomes this initiative. It’s a fantastic opportunity for gaming organisations to work collaboratively with an organisation such as Experian which is licensed to use Open Banking. The automated exchange of data in association with advanced analytics will enable us to help our customers gamble within their means.”
Tom Blacksell, Managing Director of B2B at Experian, said: “Innovative Open Banking services can help the gaming industry to protect its customers from problem gambling. People who choose to share data can prove they are gambling at a level they can afford, while gaming companies can meet their responsibilities to keep customers safe.
“Experian is already in discussions with a handful of the biggest gaming companies in the UK, who can see the importance of this affordability check. It is one of many new services we are working on to bring the benefits of data sharing to businesses and their customers.”
Gaming companies may also work with specific customers to assist in setting rules whereby customers only spend what they can afford to, limiting the risk of gambling related harm. Customers can be automatically accepted, declined or referred to their in-house responsible gambling team to help manage their spending.
The FCA granted Experian permission to offer Open Banking and PSD2-related services in June. With a customer’s consent, Experian can use current account information to help organisations understand which products and services will be most suitable.
-
Africa6 days ago
Dr. Gloria Herndon Prepares Launch of Charitable Casino Platform in Kenya, with A License Secured
-
Interviews6 days ago
Inside the Matrix: A Conversation with EveryMatrix Founders on Europe, Expansion, and Staying Hands-On
-
Compliance Updates6 days ago
WTA and ITF Publish Season-wide Online Abuse and Threat Report
-
Africa5 days ago
pawaTech strengthens its integrity commitment with membership of the International Betting Integrity Association
-
Industry Awards6 days ago
Kaizen Gaming’s Betano Recognised as Brand of the Year at the EGR Marketing & Innovation Awards 2025
-
Industry News6 days ago
SOFTSWISS Takes Home Four Awards In One Night
-
Latest News6 days ago
Logifuture appoints Khoren Kalashyan to accelerate global rollout of flagship virtual products
-
Asia5 days ago
FIFA, NBA, UFC and More Sports Events Go Live – Crypto Sportsbook BETY Offers Global Sports Betting Coverage 2025