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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · Jun 18

Casino Guru is the winner of Casino Affiliate of the Year at the SBC Awards Europe 2025. 🥳

This win is a huge recognition of our mission to make the gambling industry fairer and safer for everyone.

A big thank you to our incredible team, partners, and supporters.
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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · Jun 2

⭐Well, Šimon clearly had another impactful experience, and we’re proud to champion safer, more sustainable gambling alongside dedicated experts.

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · Jun 2

As one of them, I left enriched, as there is so much that we can learn from the emotional and individual approach of the Filipinos,” says Šimon, Head of Sustainable & Safer Gambling.

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · Jun 2

📢“Sessions focused on prevention and treatment provided by the support structures, but also by the industry. It hosted a selection of international speakers from around the world to enrich the discussion...

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · Jun 2

✔The second annual conference, which focused on gambling and gaming harm, took place in the Philippines with strong support from the local regulator (PAGCOR) and the Quezon City municipality in Metro Manila.

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · May 20

Matej Novota: "Europe’s well-intentioned regulation is fueling its gambling black market"
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Matej Novota: "Europe’s well-intentioned regulation is fueling its gambling black market"

Matej Novota, Casino Guru's Head of Data & Complaints, talks about the current state of regulation in Europe and how well-intended over-regulation can lead to the opposite effect.

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · May 15

Simon Vincze says:
"The system of support structures in the UK and progress made in effective approach to gambling-related harm is now crumbling due to the ideaological and political demagogy.

I would have never thought it would come to this."

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · May 6

Based on our experience, the more clearly we explain how games behave, the less room there is for confusion or frustration. And that helps everyone.

casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · May 6

It appears that volatility isn’t just a background setting. It’s part of the experience. And when it's unclear or missing, players are left to guess… and they usually guess wrong.

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · May 6

RTP is usually easy to find. With volatility, it depends. Some providers include it, others don’t. And even when it’s there, the scales differ. One provider’s high volatility might be another’s medium.

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · May 6

From an industry perspective, we know volatility drives these swings. But how often is it clearly communicated? And maybe more importantly, how often is it even visible?

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · May 6

It makes one wonder. Do we really understand how important the volatility still is?

Many players believe that betting more gives them a better chance to win. So when that doesn’t happen, especially during long losing streaks, it doesn’t always feel like variance. It feels unfair.

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · May 6

While drafting a post to help players avoid common misconceptions, especially the belief that higher bets increase the odds, something else kept coming up.

Volatility.

Not just as a game feature, but as something that quietly shapes how players perceive fairness, risk and outcomes.

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · May 6

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · May 6

Chasing losses or withdrawals, as well as coping with stress through gambling, is dangerous. People who are stressed, sad, angry, or even bored often make decisions they wouldn't normally make. That can lead to spending more money, chasing losses, or taking bigger risks.

Brian Pempus @gamblingharm.org · Apr 24

Prediction gambling sites give a problem sports bettor nearly infinite wagers for a single topic the bettor is fixated on trying to solve. More control over wagers due to "cashing out" at any time & the peer-to-peer competition of it all can make this gambling even more addictive.

casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · Apr 21

For years, responsible gambling efforts focused on raising awareness and placing the burden of self-control on the player. But this approach has its limits. Now, the industry is shifting towards safer gambling, where operators and regulators are increasingly responsible for preventing harm.

Brian Pempus @gamblingharm.org · Apr 21

Sports Betting Lobbying: Consumer Watchdog (@accountableorg.bsky.social) Releases Alarming Report

Sports Betting Lobbying: Consumer Watchdog Releases Report

Lobbying from the sports betting industry has blocked or slowed consumer protections for people suffering from gambling addiction.

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · Feb 21

We’re committed to making online gambling safer, fairer, and more transparent. Through education, advocacy, and initiatives like these awards, we highlight those who push the industry forward.
It's your turn to nominate. 🙌

casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · Feb 21

🏆 Casino Guru Awards – Last Chance to Nominate! 🏆

There are only 7 days left to submit nominations for the Casino Guru Awards 2025. If you know a project that deserves recognition for responsible gambling, fair play, or innovation, now’s the time to act!

Submit your nomination: casino.guru/awards

Casino Guru Awards – Celebrating Greatness in iGaming

The Casino Guru Awards will recognize and celebrate the most successful and responsible companies in iGaming. Nominations are open.

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · Jan 29

🔎Have you ever wondered what movies got wrong (or right) about gambling?

We have, and now you can read about it.

✅Sit down, relax and enjoy our lastest ZOOMin article:
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Let's discuss your favorite ones!

casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · Jan 22

👍 Our tips can help you identify each option's drawbacks and choose the best approach if you ever need it.

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · Jan 22

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · Jan 22

🔒 People close their accounts for many reasons, and online casinos' responses to such requests can vary significantly.
Therefore, you should have a clear understanding of why you want to close your account and then proceed accordingly.
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Institute of Alcohol Studies @ias.org.uk · Dec 2

Labour's Gambling Act 2005 was a “big mistake”, says
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As Alastair Campbell said in his recent podcast: "One of the worst things we did as a government was liberalise the gambling industry".

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · Jan 14

Use additional tools like blocking software to strengthen your barriers

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Responsible Gambling Tools and Practices | Casino Guru

Do you feel like your gambling habits are getting out of hand? Explore responsible gambling tools and options you can use to control your gambling.

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casinoguru2025.bsky.social @casinoguru2025.bsky.social · Jan 14

👍Our Tips and Recommendations:

Pair self-exclusion with professional support, like therapy or support groups, for better results

Inform trusted friends or family members about your decision to stay accountable

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