Gambling Industry Trying to Get Proactive with Responsible-Play Efforts
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Gambling industry officials discuss the need to be more transparent and proactive with responsible gaming obligations. They also discuss how to deal with the growing number of states that have legalized sports betting and internet-based casino gambling. The American Gaming Association webinar addressed the topic. It was held Tuesday. In the past, the industry has been criticized for not being proactive enough.
There is no need to finger point when it comes to responsible gambling, says Christine Thurmond, senior director of responsible gaming at DraftKings. More than half of U.S. states have legalized some form of sports betting and internet-based casino gambling has taken root in several jurisdictions. There is concern about increased gambling addiction.
Gambling industry is trying to get proactive with responsible-play efforts. Online sportsbook operators published industry-led standards for responsible gambling. Technology can help operators provide players with information about responsible gaming tools and resources. The National Council on Problem Gambling and Council On Compulsive Gambler of New Jersey signed a six-year licensing agreement earlier this year. It will allow for the use of the latter’s 1-800-GAMBLER federally registered service mark in all U.S. states outside of NJ.
