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Norway set to reform gambling laws
The gambling industry is rapidly growing and taking over everything. With the development of the Internet and people’s engagement in social networks, online casinos have risen in number greatly. It has even evolved during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic.
Different forms of gambling in general require different management systems and many countries introduce regulations to somehow control various gambling channels. Deregulation sometimes leads to illegal gambling, therefore countries think it is better to introduce some laws, in order to control everything.
Norway is also on a path to join a list of countries where the regulatory framework of gambling is in work. According to the country’s main regulator called Lotteritilsynet regulations will bring more consistency to gambling in the country.
If we take a look at the current situation in Norway, the Scandinavian country has three legislative guides: the Lottery Act, the Gambling Act, and the Totalisator Act. This year the state also proposed changes regarding gambling regulations.
In Norway step by step, the newest casinos appear almost every month, which are known among local citizens as nyeste casinoer, and they have a lot of customers. However, the lack of regulations is sometimes a very big problem. Because of that Lotteritilsynet which we have mentioned above, wants to offer more consistent oversight of the gambling sector. You can find out more information about this topic by following this link.
At the same time, the country’s main regulator thinks that by introducing new reforms gambling will be available through legal channels and this will provide better control of the gambling industry.
Regulations also offer player protection and we are all familiar with the concept of responsible gambling. The safety of players is essential. Also, the industry will become freer.
We should note that the changes are already on the agenda of the European Commission, but are temporarily halted. However, the moratorium is expected to end on November 13.
Feature of the gambling legislation in Norway
The age limit for gambling is 18 years old. For those under this age, only scratch cards are allowed. Interestingly, citizens are allowed to host gambling parties at home – as long as it doesn’t turn into a business.
The government is systematically trying to drive foreign companies out of the Norwegian market. In June 2010, the authorities approved a law according to which all Norwegian banks are not allowed to service credit and debit cards used in land-based and online casinos around the world.
In 2004, slot machines accounted for 64% of revenue “on the ground” and 43% of revenue online. This growth was due to the fact that slots were poorly regulated by law. The Lottery Act gave only charitable organizations the right to gamble. But, at the same time, it did not forbid private companies to cooperate with these organizations, place slot machines and share the proceeds.
Since 2002, the Norwegian authorities have started to take action. They began to limit the number of slot machines, as the number of gambling problems, such as gambling addiction, increased with the growth of the industry. The Norwegian government banned slot machines entirely in 2007. In 2009, interactive video terminals appeared – a new form of slots. To play them, you need a special card.
Conclusion
Until these discussions, there was no visible improvement in the situation with the gambling business in Norway. Here they are very strict about gambling, preferring to keep them under the strictest control. Yes, the gambling business brings a lot of money, but for Norway, this is not an argument.
Recently, the Norwegian government has been focusing on the problem of gambling addiction. And it is more likely to give results.
New laws could have a completely different effect than expected. In 2007, analysts from the Norwegian Gaming Board showed that out of 3,000 players surveyed, only 1.3% consider themselves to be gambling addicts. The same study, conducted in 2010, after the introduction of new laws, showed that the number of addicts increased to 2.1%.
The Norwegian government should think more seriously about how it regulates the gambling business in their country. It may be worth allowing online gambling and providing equal opportunities for domestic and foreign companies. In any case, the Norwegian gambling business is performing well, which gives cause for optimism.
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Akhil Sarin CMO at Easygo named as key note at ICE Esports Conference
Clarion Gaming has confirmed that Akhil Sarin CMO at Easygo, the technology powerhouse behind the success of global brands Stake and Kick will headline the Esports & Games Conference (EGC) taking place on 21 January as part of the ICE Barcelona experience. As a key member of the executive team, Akhil Sarin has been instrumental in securing the high-profile partnerships that have accelerated Stake’s growth, including the Stake F1 team, UFC, Drake, and Premier League Everton FC.
Through these strategic alliances he has amplified Stake’s brand presence at the same time as creating unique, immersive player experiences, in the process setting new industry benchmarks.
Announcing the high profile speaker Will Harding, Head of Esports at Clarion Gaming said: “Securing Akhil Sarin as EGC key note at ICE Barcelona represents a remarkable opportunity for our attendees to gain invaluable insight into cutting-edge strategies in digital and influencer marketing .
“Akhil’s expertise with Stake and Kick.com embodies the forward-thinking, innovative approach that defines the digital marketing landscapes. His participation underscores the calibre of knowledge-sharing that we are committed to delivering at ICE and he is sure to both inspire our attendees and elevate their strategic perspective.”
Looking ahead to ICE Barcelona, Akhil Sarin stated: “Collaborating with Clarion Gaming at ICE Barcelona is an exciting opportunity to showcase Stake’s journey and continued focus on bold partnerships and creative marketing strategies that resonate with audiences.”
He added “The EGC is a vital platform for exchanging transformative ideas and shaping the future of gaming and entertainment. I look forward to discussing Stake’s vision and collaborating with industry leaders to inspire growth and innovation across the sector.”
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From Entry-Level Candidates to Team Leads in a Year — How We Trained and Developed Affiliate Managers at Betmen Affiliates
My name is Margarita, and I am the Director of the Betmen Affiliates program. We launched 1.5 years ago with just 10 active partners. Finding the perfect candidate for an affiliate manager role proved challenging—being such a specialised area, I reasoned that it was much better to train on the job. Therefore, after a short while running interviews, we hired two affiliate managers one of whom had no sales experience and the other who had no experience in traffic arbitrage. It was imperative to us that we hire driven, resourceful, hard-workers; it’s people like these who can launch a new brand almost from scratch and who easily understand that hitting targets sometimes means putting in more than the standard nine-to-six effort—sometimes working longer, sometimes harder.
How We Developed Two Entry-Level Affiliate Managers into Team Leads
How to Train Affiliate Managers: My Case Study
At first, both of my employees brought in very few partners, so I had to transfer some of my own over to them. At the same time, I demonstrated all the steps of partner contact. We began attending events together. Both Alex and Michael quickly took on all my recommendations, improved their skills, and eventually closed many successful deals.
An affiliate manager worth his or her salt must be able to sell the product and influence affiliates to promote it at our offered rate, promote our many payment options, and talk about conversions.
From Affiliate Managers to Team Leads
By the time we needed a team lead, we had formed a close-knit team. Even though I interviewed several candidates for the position, hiring externally did not feel right. The ideal person for the role needed to have strong managerial skills as well as be able to connect with myself and my team. Michael and Alex both recommended each other for the role. I took both their recommendations on and promoted them both to the position. Both Alex and Michael had already proven themselves, were loyal, trust-worthy and hard-working, and always driven to meet their goals
Conclusion: Why Should You Take a Chance on Newcomers?
I hired employees with almost no experience and I have no regrets. I now have a unique team that can deliver amazing results: in just a year and a half, we’ve increased the number of FTDs by 70 times and are steadily moving towards 80,000 monthly deposits. Here are the key takeaways from their stories:
→ A candidate’s enthusiasm is more important than relevant experience. You can teach anyone anything but you can’t spark passion in them. A future manager must be passionate about the work and strive for growth.
→ An employee who grows within the company is highly loyal to their lead and the project. Having moved from a regular manager to a team lead, they are able to train new hires because they know the role inside out. The team will respect leaders who were once in their position.
→ People who love their work drive the brand forward and achieve the best results. They focus not on working hours or weekdays but on the goals they need to accomplish.
I love my employees and am proud of them. I believe we are one of the strongest, most united, and professional teams in the industry.
To learn more about our organization and the remarkable growth of our team, we invite you to read the full article available here. It provides detailed insights into our journey, values, and achievements.
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