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GambleAware Publishes NGTS Statistics for 2021-22

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GambleAware has published the annual statistics for the National Gambling Treatment Service (NGTS) for 2021/22. The report shows NGTS continues to be a fast and effective route for those experiencing gambling harms to improve their gambling behaviour and psychological distress.

Commissioned by GambleAware, the NGTS is a network of organisations that provide confidential treatment and support for anyone experiencing gambling-related harms in England, Scotland and Wales, including GamCare and its partner network, Gordon Moody and NHS treatment centres. It is free to access and provides telephone, online and face-to-face support for individuals and groups.

The new report shows 7072 people received treatment between April 2021 and March 2022. Most people (92%) who completed their scheduled treatment showed improvement on their Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI) score, a widely used measure of harmful gambling behaviour.

Most people (86%) who completed treatment also reduced psychological distress around their gambling behaviour, measured using the Clinical Outcomes in Routine Evaluation (Core-10) measure. Just under one third (30%) did not complete their treatment.

Zoë Osmond, CEO of GambleAware, said: “It is extremely encouraging to see that the National Gambling Treatment Service continues to improve the lives of those who experience gambling harms and remains a highly effective treatment option.

“It is also encouraging to see the fall in those accessing more advanced treatment balanced out with more and more people accessing the helpline and other services as a means of support. Gambling harms can affect anyone and it is important to encourage people to seek support and treatment early on.

“We remain committed to ensuring that we work closely with our partners to understand how we can further optimise uptake and retention. We also acknowledge the urgent need to raise awareness of the service and improve access to it across the diverse range of populations and people that could stand to benefit from treatment.”

Most referrals were found to be from the National Gambling Helpline (57%), with self-made referrals making up just over one quarter (26%). Half of all service users (50%) had a first appointment within five days of contacting the NGTS, and 75% within 12 days. Treatment was shown to last on average ten weeks.

The report also shed light on the evolving picture of gambling harms as a public health concern. Data revealed the most common location for gambling amongst service users was online, with use of these services noticeably higher among younger age groups. An increasing number of women were also found to be contacting the service, with the majority reaching out being “affected others”, who across both men and women represented 14% of those contacting the service.

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SoftGamings Welcomes WM Casino Into its Fold

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SoftGamings has formally announced its partnership with WM Casino, a renowned developer of diverse live casino gaming content explicitly created for Asian markets. This collaboration signifies a strategic move to integrate WM Casino’s extensive game portfolio into SoftGamings’ platform, promising an enhanced gaming experience for operators looking to expand to Asia, particularly Southeast Asia.

This partnership aims to diversify and enrich the gaming options available to SoftGamings’ clientele, featuring a broad spectrum of WM Casino’s acclaimed games such as Baccarat, SicBo, and some more exclusive titles like Niuniu, Fantan, Se Die, and Fish-Prawn-Crab.

Anna Kiselova, the Head of Partnerships at SoftGamings, commented on the collaboration, stating, “We are thrilled to forge this partnership with WM Casino. It’s a step that not only enhances our platform’s diversity regarding live dealer games but also reaffirms our dedication to delivering top-notch gaming experiences to specific markets. WM Casino’s innovative and dynamic range of games will undoubtedly add great value to our offering.”

Integrating WM Casino’s games into the SoftGamings platform will offer operators enhanced flexibility and variety, ensuring their players can access a richer and more engaging suite of gaming options in record times.

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BetConstruct Secures Prestigious Best Online Sportsbook Provider Award at SiGMA Africa 2024

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BetConstruct, a leading force in the online gaming industry, has been awarded the Best Online Sportsbook Provider at the SiGMA Africa Awards 2024. This recognition is a testament to BetConstruct’s commitment to delivering unparalleled sports betting experiences.

The SiGMA Africa Awards 2024 brings together industry leaders and pioneers, recognising those who push the boundaries and contribute significantly to the sector’s advancement.

BetConstruct is transforming the online gaming industry with a focus on customer-centric solutions and consistent excellence. Boasting a wide-ranging portfolio of sports betting and gaming products, BetConstruct is recognised as an essential partner in the global market, dedicated to enhancing both user experience and partner satisfaction. The Best Online Sportsbook Provider award celebrates not just the company’s historical achievements but also its ambitious future endeavours.

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Sony Group Becomes Founding Partner of Esports World Cup

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Multi-year collaboration will produce the Anthem and original documentary series of Esports World Cup 2024

The Esports World Cup Foundation (“EWCF”) and Sony Group Corporation (“Sony”) have signed a multi-year partnership agreement to collaborate on initiatives for the Esports World Cup. The collaboration leverages Sony’s acclaimed gaming products and entertainment expertise alongside the EWC’s vision to unite the global gaming and esports communities across the most popular games, and underscores a shared ambition to broaden the appeal of gaming and esports to players and fans worldwide. The inaugural Esports World Cup 2024 is slated to take place this summer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

As part of this agreement, Sony Pictures Entertainment will create a behind-the-scenes documentary series showcasing the players and games of the Esports World Cup. Sony, together with Sony Interactive Entertainment, will also look to exploring additional opportunities to support promising creators and talent in the region. Sony Music Entertainment will produce the music Anthem of the Esports World Cup 2024

“Sony is the perfect partner for the Esports World Cup,” said Ralf Reichert, CEO, Esports World Cup Foundation. “Our goal is to establish a global platform for esports and gaming that sets new standards for live esports events. Sony’s experience in creating stunning visuals, engaging music, compelling storytelling, and state-of-the-art technology will be a game-changer for the Esports World Cup. The EWC aims to take esports to the next level, and we are thrilled to count on Sony’s world class expertise in this endeavor.”

“We’re excited to make the Esports World Cup more fun and engaging for fans globally by harnessing the creativity and technology from across our diverse businesses.” said Toshimoto Mitomo, Executive Deputy President and CSO, Sony Group Corporation. “Sony has been enhancing the esports experience especially with Sony Interactive Entertainment’s initiatives such as PlayStation Tournaments and the annual EVO fighting game series. We look forward to further catering to this growing, global community of players and fans with the Esports World Cup.”

With the Esports World Cup, EWCF has created an unprecedented celebration of competitive gaming and esports fandom. This summer, top esports organizations will face off in Riyadh, to compete in a unique cross-game structure for the largest prize pool in esports history. Recently, the EWC has announced the addition of ten popular titles – Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Honor of Kings, PUBG, PUBG Mobile, Overwatch, Free Fire, Fortnite and Rainbow Six Siege – as participating games. More games will be announced soon.

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