2020 in Gambling – A Recap
2020 has been quite an eventful year for the gambling industry, and also in general, for everybody. What happened in the gambling world, who are the biggest winners and losers and what can we expect in 2021!
Ban on sports personalities in gambling ads
The Committees of Advertising Practice is considering to ban the use of sports personalities in gambling ads in the UK.
UK online gambling activities reduce in August
Yesterday, UKGC published a report showing how the current circumstances have impacted gambling behaviour in the UK.
DCMS asks for evidence on loot boxes
DCMS launched the call for evidence on loot boxes, to establish whether loot boxes lead to problem gambling or not.
UK online gambling revenue fell in July
The UK Gambling Commission has published data showing how easing the lockdown measures has impacted gambling behaviour in Great Britain.
UK sports betting increases as major sports return
According to the UKGC, the return of major football leagues in June led to a significant increase in sports betting revenue.
SMF proposes new UK gambling regulations
The Social Market Foundation published a report for gambling regulations, calling for a £100-a-month spending cap.
English casinos to stay closed after reopening delayed
On Friday, the UK Prime Minister announced that the reopening of English casinos will be delayed until the middle of August.