The online gambling industry has been thriving lately throughout the UK due to the technological advancements that led to better privacy and security regulations, safer payment methods, and a wide variety of game choices.
From the latest statistics, it looks like online casinos contributed the most to the industry’s 2020 gross gambling yield of £14.22 billion.
Because this market is becoming increasingly popular amongst Brits, there is a tighter focus on responsible gaming. More and more companies are showing their support towards this initiative, wanting to ensure an immersive, but safe experience for each user.
The Gambling Commission in Great Britain, which is the regulatory body of all gambling operations taking place in the UK, has recently shared its strategy for the next three years. With a desire to remain flexible, the strategy highlights the steps needed to maintain a fair and safe gambling market for all individuals.
The Commission’s goal is to protect players and their personal data through the licenses they offer to gambling operators. In order to get one, they need to follow rigid, pre-established standards and consumer protection practices. Online casino experts are also lending a hand in keeping players safe, while ensuring they get the best services available. There are various options to choose from when it comes to online casinos, as seen on CasinoWings, who compile in-depth reviews of sites and providers, and thorough research is necessary to stay well-informed.
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An important initiative that is due to start this summer throughout the country, including in Manchester, was launched by Entain, the leading British betting, and gaming operator. The Advanced Responsibility and Care (ARC) player protection initiative is claiming to be the first in the industry to use technology to personalise protection for each player. The programme will be able to check the financial situation of each individual and then set stake limits according to the results.
This functionality has been rolled out across all 14 of Entain’s brands, including PartyCasino and Ladbrokes. PartyCasino is one of the world’s largest online casinos, a fully integrated platform with over 500 games on offer, ranging from traditional casino games like blackjack and roulette to the most modern video slots. Meanwhile, Ladbrokes is one of the most recognisable gambling names in the UK, with over 50 years experience and a growing online presence.
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The technology implemented in the ARC framework mixes artificial intelligence with big data. It collects existing customer data that is commercially available and combines it with behavioural indicators. The behavioural indicators involved in this process are fluctuations in stake levels, evidence of chasing losses, and erratic play. This way, the software would be able to predict an individual’s potential financial risk and provide the highest level of protection to the players that need it the most.
Overall, the online casino industry is doing a great job at promoting responsible gaming and improving its services so that players have a wide variety of resources. Technology, particularly AI, has been used for a while now to provide a safe space, as well as a personalised gaming experience. By embracing interactive technology and implementing it into its operational model, the industry has managed to evolve and maintain a strong customer base.
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Channel 4 needs adult virgins with ‘intimacy issues’ for next series of hit reality show
Emily Sergeant
Channel 4 is back looking for more adult virgins to take part in the potential next series of its hit reality show Virgin Island.
If you’re unfamiliar with Virgin Island, it’s unlike anything ever seen on TV before.
First hitting screens back in 2024 and having run for two successful seasons now, Virgin Island follows the journey of a group of adult virgins who are whisked off to a Mediterranean island retreat to learn life-changing skills in the art of intimacy.
Working with leading international therapists, the aim is to help the young people overcome their fears and insecurities when it comes to intimacy and sex.
Channel 4 said it chose to commission the show after a recent study into intimacy found out that one in eight British 26-year-olds is, apparently, still a virgin.
A casting call for the new series on the Channel 4 website reads: “Are you a virgin and do you need help and guidance with your fears and insecurities around intimacy and sex? Double Act Productions is casting adults for a potential second series of Virgin Island.”
You just need to be over 21 years of age to take part in the show.
Fancy it then? Or know someone who may be up for the ride? Applications for the potential next series of Virgin Island are now open, and there’s still plenty of time left to put your name down.
You can find out more and register your interest here.
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Pep Guardiola in talks over first international management role
Danny Jones
Football icon and Manchester City legend Pep Guardiola is reportedly set for his first job since leaving the Etihad Stadium, as the Catalan head coach looks like he could be set to make his move into international management.
The generational manager, who has undoubtedly become one of, if not the greatest of all time, left Man City at the end of last season after a decade in East Manchester.
Stepping away from the sky blue side with 20 trophies in 10 years, he’s won pretty much everything there is to win – at least at club level, anyway.
With that in mind, multiple outlets are now claiming that Guardiola is getting ready to make his debut on the international circuit, already being heavily linked with a role as part of ‘gli Azzurri’.
EXCLUSIVE: The FIGC has met with Pep Guardiola to convince him to take over as national team head coach, according to Sky in Italy 🚨🇮🇹 pic.twitter.com/qmzjunjur4
Yes, as per Sky News’ sporting arm over in Italy, Pep is now rumoured to be the next person to take the job in their national team, which would be his first proper senior position in international football.
According to Sky, the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) have already held meetings with the former Barcelona, Bayern Munich and City boss.
It remains unclear how advanced talks and/or negotiations have progressed up to this point, but it is said that fellow footballing veteran and AC Milan legend turned FIGC technical director, Paolo Maldini, has already travelled to meet the 55-year-old.
Believed to have been joined by former teammate and right-hand man Leonardo Araújo – who previously served as director at PSG – it looks to be more a case of whether Pep wants the job rather than if Italy want him.
From announcing a documentary series covering his final season at Man City, to even launching a dedicated ‘Decade of Pep’ fashion collection, it’s fair to say that both the club and the fan base are bidding a bittersweet goodbye.
Pep has already made it clear that he can’t see himself ever managing the Spanish national team, remarking: “I am a Catalan. I don’t see myself ever managing Spain.”
Meanwhile, other names rumoured as options for the Italian manager’s job include Andrea Pirlo and a return by fellow ex-MCFC boss, Roberto Mancini. Can you see Pep pipping any of these to the post?
As for his former club and ‘second home’, Cityzens will be glad to hear that while it may be all change over at the Etihad Campus, there is plenty to be hopeful about – including some steps more in the right direction when it comes to tickets.
The Manc -
1st April 2021 
