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The 5 funniest gambling advertisements through the years

With Euro 2024 well underway, viewers are likely receiving a barrage of gambling advertisements across their TV and social media. Some of this year’s advertisements have been hilarious – like Paddy Power’s ‘England are my favourite’ ad. However, as we near the 70th anniversary of TV advertisements in Britain, it’s time to wonder: what was […]

July 10, 2024

Navigating online gambling: a comprehensive guide

Explore the intricate realm of online gambling and discover how you can improve your experience. This guide will help you understand the essentials, benefits and potential pitfalls of online gambling. Stay informed to make smarter decisions in your digital gaming journey. In the continuously evolving landscape of online gambling, it is crucial to stay informed […]

July 1, 2024

SPFL, William Hill sign sponsorship deal

The Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) has announced a sponsorship deal with betting company William Hill. Under the five-year deal, which begins at the start of season 2024/25, William Hill will become the title sponsor of all four SPFL divisions as well as the Official Betting Partner of the SPFL. This will see the four […]

June 7, 2024

UK media examines new casino legislation affecting digital sports betting

The ongoing discourse around new casino legislation in the UK has caught the attention of many, particularly in the realm of digital sports betting. As the government moves forward with these changes, professionals in the digital media industry are keenly monitoring the developments. The implications of these legislative adjustments could have far-reaching effects on both […]

May 31, 2024

How streaming platforms are transforming the landscape of online casinos

Netflix and chill? How about chill and ka-ching? According to a report by Exploding Topics on February 19th, the video streaming industry is forecasted to exceed $1.9 trillion by the year 2030. This statistics provides an overview of the streaming industry’s trajectory since it first became a thing and has been on a consistent upward […]

May 21, 2024

TV series about casinos and gambling

The world of casinos and gambling has long experienced a launch from the games themselves into the Hollywood industry. This came about because the world of gambling is not only about roulette casino games and other entertainment forms. There’s also a lot of drama, excitement, and emotions that go on behind the curtains. As a […]

May 20, 2024

Character Study: The Most Memorable Gamblers in Film History

From the dazzling lights of the casino to the quiet intensity of a high-stakes poker game, gambling has long been a rich source of drama and intrigue in cinema. In today’s world, where anyone can enjoy a pragmatic slot game online without spending a dime, simply for fun, the stigma surrounding gambling has diminished. Yet, […]

May 6, 2024

ITV partners with Mecca Bingo to launch Loose Women scratchcards

ITV has partnered with Mecca Bingo to create an exclusive series of seven Loose Women themed digital scratchcard games.  The new scratchcards, the first of which – Loose Change – has just launched, have been developed for Mecca by leading digital scratchcard and slot supplier G Games. The cards will feature on the homepage of Mecca Bingo and […]

May 3, 2024

Report: Geopolitical unrest fuels surge in DDOS attacks

NetScout Systems has released findings from its H2 2023 DDoS Threat Intelligence Report that dissects trends and attack methodologies adversaries use against service providers, enterprises, and end-users. The information cited in the report is gathered from NetScout’s internet visibility at a global scale, collecting, analysing, prioritising, and disseminating data on DDoS attacks from 214 countries […]

April 25, 2024

Why are there so many gambling adverts in the UK?

With a gambling industry worth upwards of £15 billion in the UK, it is only normal that the different players in the sector would work hard for a larger market share. Consumers also don’t mind being courted; they want to be reminded of their options at every opportunity they get, and even better, they do […]

April 12, 2024