The gambling industry is being urged to develop responsible gaming programmes to minimise the impact of gambling abuse.
With this in mind and with the igaming industry booming, NMi and G4 (Global Gambling Guidance Group) are demonstrating their commitment to these principles. The two have joined forces in the field of responsible gaming and together offer certification and the opportunity for responsible organisations to raise their profile.
European countries are increasingly moving towards the individual regulation of igaming and with the prospect of 27 different sets of gaming regulations in Europe to cover them all will require significant commitment and resources. NMi is already accredited as a test facility for online gambling in Italy, the UK, Alderney, Malta, Isle of Man, Jersey and Kahnawake. Other countries will follow soon.
Beyond the standard requirements laid down by the authorities, it is possible to certify best practice for responsible gaming. This enables responsible manufacturers and content developers to show customers, employees and other stakeholders that they have an active policy on preventing addiction and dependency.
NMi and G4 launched their co-operation during EiG in October and will be exhibiting independently at ICE in January with a focus on igaming and responsible gaming.
