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The European Safer Gambling Week 2023 starts

• 13 Nov 2023 • Reading time: 1 minute

Today marks the start of European Safer Gambling Week (ESGW). This is the annual campaign to increase awareness of responsible gaming in Europe. Founded by the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) in 2021, this initiative is supported by 18 European online gambling associations, including the EGBA and the Belgian representative Belgian Association of Gaming Operators (BAGO).

The 3rd edition will take place in Brussels. In the presence of the Belgian Gaming Commission, the academia, operators, addiction preventive organisations and politicians, panel discussions and knowledge will be exchanged throughout the week about the best ways to protect vulnerable groups and prevent irresponsible gambling behavior.

“It is positive to see all these great developments in the field of player protection as the goal remains to create a safe playing environment.”

Anthony Rus, CEO Peppermill Casino

This year is proving to be an important meeting more than ever because the gambling market has been hit by the advertising ban that came into effect on July 1. Magali Clavie, President of the Belgian Gaming Commission, will eagerly await new initiatives with which online casinos guarantee player protection and can thus provide some response to persistent pressure from the political regulatory framework.

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Caroline specializes in the casino industry, where she combines a deep knowledge of the gaming sector in France with a passion for digital innovations. She explores the changes that are revolutionizing this industry, from the integration of artificial intelligence in the user experience and data analysis to blockchain technologies that strengthen the security and transparency of transactions. Curious and committed, she is particularly interested in responsible gaming solutions and new regulations, addressing topics as varied as player protection, risky behavior management, and the importance of ethical practices.

Through her in-depth and accessible articles, Caroline allows readers to better understand the trends, innovations and challenges of a constantly changing industry. She takes care to demystify new technologies and to make the link between technical advances and their concrete implications for players and operators. Her goal? To offer an informed and balanced vision of a sector in full transition, between tradition and modernity, while contributing to a dialogue around more responsible and secure gaming.

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