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GambleAware App Launched as New Analysis Shows That 18-24s are Twice as Likely to Want to Cut Down or Quit Gambling

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New data from the 2024 Treatment and Support Survey released by GambleAware shows that 18-24 year olds who gamble are twice as likely to want to reduce or quit gambling compared to the average among all people who gamble (29% compared to 15%), with the charity responding with the launch of a new gambling harm prevention app, called the “GambleAware Support Tool”.

The app, which offers free and anonymous support to those looking to quit or reduce their gambling, is designed to prevent the escalation of gambling harm, and allows users to set their personal goals. Since the launch of the app, 48% of users aged 18-24 have indicated their motivation to change their gambling habits is to “save money,” while 27% say they want to “feel happier”.

Previous research from GambleAware’s 2023 Audience Segmentation report, produced as part of the discovery phase for the app development, has shown that there are up to 4.5 million people in Great Britain wanting to reduce or quit gambling, 93% of whom – over 4.2 million people – want to do so without using a treatment service. This means it is crucial to offer informal “self-help” support to meet people where they are on their journey and help them take action before any harm escalates. Whilst the charity works to reduce the barriers to support, such as stigma, we also wish to help those who still want to reduce or quit gambling on their own.

Each individual’s journey on the app is unique, with the support tool offering a personalised experience for those looking to reduce their gambling.

The app was developed in line with the internationally recognised Lower Risk Gambling Guidelines. These were created by academic gambling experts across the globe, through a multi-faceted project including analysis of data from over 60,000 people from eight different countries.

The LRGG highlight three limits that should be followed if an individual wants to keep gambling, but reduce many of the risks that come with it:

• Gamble no more than 1% of your income

• Gamble on no more than 4 days per month

• Avoid more than 2 types of gambling per month

This is the only app in Great Britain using the LRGGs to suggest limits for users who are looking to reduce their gambling.

Those who download the app can track their activity by inputting the frequency and spend of their gambling, with the aim of informing their chosen journey as to whether they wish to reduce or quit their gambling.

All advice and support is evidence based, while there is also access to resources such as podcasts and educational materials. For those who feel they need further help, there is also clear signposting to formal support options, such as GambleAware’s service finder tool.

Alexia Clifford, Chief Communications Officer for GambleAware, said: “Whether individuals want to reduce, manage or stay gamble-free, the GambleAware Support Tool is here every step of your journey.

“The digital age means we essentially have a casino in our pocket, and we know increased accessibility leads to increased participation and therefore increased risk of harm.

“These harms are a growing public health issue, but early intervention is key, and the GambleAware Support Tool app is designed to give people a timely insight into their gambling, with the aim of supporting their journey to reducing or quitting their activity.”

Catherine Adams, a member of the GambleAware Lived Experience Council, said: “I would be gambling on the computer from six in the evening until six in the morning and I just was not sleeping.

“It’s positive being able to monitor your progress yourself and to see how well you’re doing in reducing or quitting your gambling if you’re goal orientated. To see ‘I’ve done this many days now ‘or ‘I’ve saved this much money, I think it really does give variety of choice in your recovery.”

The GambleAware Support Tool App can be downloaded from the Google Play Store for Android users, and the Apple App store for those using iOS.

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Atlas World Sports Names Las Vegas Sports Betting Veteran Gary Greene as Lead Football Analyst

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Atlas World Sports, the fast-rising hub for sports betting data, odds comparisons, and fantasy contests, announces today that longtime Las Vegas-based handicapper and broadcaster Gary Greene has joined the company as its official NFL and College Football Ambassador and Lead Betting Analyst for the 2025 season.

For more than three decades, Greene has been a fixture in Las Vegas sportsbooks and on the airwaves, publishing the Bluebook Football Betting Magazine and hosting the city’s longest-running sports radio show. He has built a reputation as a trusted voice who educates bettors while delivering sharp analysis on all sports.

 

Each week, Greene will deliver NFL and college football coverage for Atlas World Sports, including:

  • Stock Up / Stock Down analysis of teams and players
  • Bad Beats, Biggest Disappointments, Deceiving Boxscores from the previous week
  • Major Line Movers of the week
  • Exclusive Hot Trends for the upcoming week

“Welcoming Gary Greene to Atlas World Sports is a game-changer for our platform and our community,” said Robert Kraft, CEO of Atlas World Sports. “Gary’s decades of experience, proven track record, and genuine connection with sports bettors perfectly align with our mission to empower bettors with insight they can trust. With Gary’s guidance, our users will have even more tools at their disposal to make smarter bets.”

Gary Greene added, “Sports betting is about more than just numbers. It’s about reading the market, spotting opportunities, and offering fans actionable advice. Atlas World Sports shares that vision, and I couldn’t be more excited to bring my experience to their audience for the NFL season.”

Atlas World Sports is often described as the “Expedia for Sportsbooks,” helping users compare odds, promotions, and bet types across multiple platforms. The app integrates with major operators, including DraftKings, FanDuel, Caesars, BetMGM, and Hard Rock, and leverages AI to deliver personalized recommendations, value bets, and smart alerts.

With partnerships already in place with the NBA, NFL, MLB, PGA, UFC, and others, the company recently secured investment from Starkel Capital Management as part of its ongoing Series A fundraising, positioning it for continued growth in both the sports betting and fantasy markets.

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Four in Five U.S. Voters Say Sports Events Contracts Should Be Regulated Like Other Online Sportsbooks

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The American Gaming Association (AGA) released new research showing strong sentiment that sports events contracts offered through prediction markets—online platforms where users wager on the outcomes of future events—should be regulated in the same way as other forms of legal, state-regulated sports betting. The study also shows that the public overwhelmingly view them as a form of gambling that requires oversight.

Key Findings:

  • Americans overwhelmingly recognize sports events contracts as gambling, not financial instruments. 85% say sports events contracts are most like gambling, while only 6% believe they are most like a financial instrument.
  • Most Americans want sports events contracts regulated like other forms of sports betting. 80% say that sports event contracts should be regulated like other online sports betting and 65% believe these bets should be overseen by state and tribal gaming regulators, not the federal Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
  • Adults agree that sports events contracts should only be offered by state-licensed sportsbooks. 84% of Americans, and 69% of sports bettors, say that sports events contracts should only be available in state-licensed sportsbooks in the states where they are offered. 69% of Americans believe each state should have a say on whether sports events contracts can be offered in their state.
  • Americans recognize prediction platforms offering sports event contracts are skirting the law. 70% say prediction platforms offering sports event contracts are exploiting loopholes to act as unlicensed sportsbooks.

“This research has made it clear: Americans know a sports bet when they see one—and they expect prediction markets offering sports event contracts to be held to the same rules and consumer safeguards as every other state-regulated sportsbook,” said AGA President and CEO Bill Miller. “This underscores the need for the CFTC to enforce and uphold its own regulations that prohibit gaming contracts, and for Congress to use its oversight power to ensure prediction markets are not used as a backdoor for gaming.”

With sports betting currently operational in 38 states and Washington, D.C., AGA’s research emphasizes the need for consistent oversight of emerging gaming products to maintain consumer trust and uphold responsible gaming standards.

Methodology
YouGov, on behalf of the AGA, conducted an online survey from August 1-8, among a nationally representative sample of 2,025 registered voters. The margin of error is +/- 2 percent and greater among subgroups.

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Esports Charts to deliver comprehensive viewership data to GeoGuessr

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Esports Charts, the leading esports viewership analytics provider, is partnering with GeoGuessr, the world’s favourite geography‑guessing game, to deliver detailed analytics for its esports tournaments. The collaboration will give organizers clear insights into audience engagement and viewership patterns across events.

As part of the partnership, Esports Charts provides tournament dashboard data for the GeoGuessr competitions. Organizers can track engagement trends, compare performance across regions, and make data-driven decisions for future events.

“Esports Charts is thrilled to support GeoGuessr’s esports events. Our team even enjoys the game together during team activities, so it’s fun to combine that passion with our analytics expertise. By providing clear insights into viewership and engagement, we hope to help the organizers nurture and grow GeoGuessr’s competitive scene globally.” – Sergii Rudenko, CSO at Esports Charts

The recent GeoGuessr World Championship 2025 set new viewership records, reflecting the game’s growing presence in esports. In recent years, GeoGuessr has expanded its competitive offerings with larger prize pools, longer seasons, and more events.

“This year’s World Championship has been an incredible journey across four countries. We extend our gratitude to the passionate GeoGuessr community, talented players, and all of our partners who made this possible. Our partnership with Esports Charts plays a key role in helping us gain valuable audience insights, allowing us to continuously grow and elevate the GeoGuessr esports scene. – Mikael Falgard, Head of GeoGuessr Esports

The collaboration marks another step in the development of GeoGuessr’s esports scene and strengthens Esports Charts’ role as a leading provider of competitive gaming analytics.

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