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Betsson Group part of Safer Gambling Week 2024

Betsson Group's Commitment to Responsible Gaming: Supporting Multiple Initiatives During Safer Gambling Week 2024

At Betsson Group, responsible gaming stands at the heart of our mission to create a safe, enjoyable, and responsible environment for all our customers. We believe in taking proactive steps—from building awareness and implementing robust responsible gaming measures to continuous monitoring and innovation – to promote safer gaming habits across our platforms. This commitment to player protection is highlighted by our active participation in three key events this November: Safer Gambling Week 2024 in the United Kingdom and Ireland, European Safer Gambling Week 2024 across Europe, and the RG Symposium by Next.io in Malta.


RG Symposium in Malta

On 11th November, Betsson Group’s Head of Responsible Gaming, Eduards Jakubovs, will speak at the fully-booked RG Symposium in Naxxar, Malta, as part of the ‘Operator Hot Seat’ panel. This high-stakes session will see representatives from leading brands field anonymous, tough questions from the audience, covering a range of topics in responsible gaming. The event is organised by next.io.

 


Safer Gambling Week 2024 in the United Kingdom and Ireland

Taking place from 18th to 24th November, Safer Gambling Week is a collaborative, cross-industry initiative in the UK and Ireland, organised by the Betting and Gaming Council, Bacta, the Lotteries Council, and the Bingo Association.

 

Panel Discussion at EGR Global’s Safer Gambling Forum

Eduards will join a distinguished panel at the Safer Gambling Forum, hosted by EGR Global, to discuss responsible gaming initiatives across the industry in 2024. The panel, titled “Operator Best Practice – Safer Gambling Initiatives in 2024,” will take place on Tuesday, 19th November from 14:00 to 14:45 CET.

Eduards, along with other industry experts, will reflect on new programmes, initiatives, and successes in safer gambling over the past year, and share insights on future strategies aimed at elevating player protection. The session promises to offer valuable insights, with panellists including Pedro Romero (Safer Gambling Consultant), Tom Clover (Communications Manager, Glitnor Group), Taina Grech (Responsible Gambling QA Manager, Kindred Group), and Mia Nyland-Evers (Co-CEO, Omnigame).

Register here to join this insightful panel and explore the latest trends in responsible gaming: Safer Gambling Forum.

For further details about Safer Gambling Week 2024 in the United Kingdom and Ireland, please visit the official website: safergamblinguk.org.


European Safer Gambling Week 2024

Simultaneously, Betsson Group will also take part in European Safer Gambling Week 2024, organised by the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA). This week-long event, from 18th to 24th November, underscores the gaming industry’s collective responsibility to champion safer gambling. With events and awareness campaigns running across Europe, the initiative aims to foster collaboration, share best practices, and explore new strategies for enhancing player protection.

 

EGBA Webinar on Safer Gambling Tools

On Wednesday, 20th November, Eduards will also be part of a webinar organised by EGBA titled “Safer Gambling Tools: Innovations, Effectiveness, and Best Practices”. Scheduled for 11:00 to 12:00 CET, this session will highlight effective tools and practices to promote safer gaming. Eduards will join Simo Dragicevic (Founder, Game Safety Institute), Dr. Jonathan Parke (Director, Sophro), and Stacy Harper (Senior Customer Safety Strategy Manager, Flutter) in a discussion moderated by Dr. Maris Catania (RG Research Consultant, Kindred). The webinar will focus on the latest technological innovations in player safety and provide actionable insights for anyone interested in responsible gaming.

Register here to join this valuable discussion on safer gambling tools and their impact: EGBA Webinar Registration.

For further details about the events taking place during European Safer Gambling Week 2024, please visit the EGBA website: EGBA Safer Gambling Week 2024.


Commitment to Industry Collaboration

As an active participant in these initiatives, Betsson Group is dedicated to the advancement of responsible gaming practices on an industry-wide scale. We’re committed to promoting player awareness, engaging with stakeholders, and implementing the latest innovations to enhance player safety. These efforts are a key part of our mission to create a positive, responsible gaming experience that respects our customers and upholds the highest standards of integrity.

We encourage everyone interested to attend these sessions, which are free and open to the public, and join us in championing a safer, more responsible gaming industry.