Assisting Their Efforts in Equipping Dutch Licenced Operators with the Necessary Tools to Help Their Players

The Netherlands officially opened its regulated online gambling market in October last year, clearing the way for players in the country to place legal sports bets and play online casino games over the internet.Since October, the Dutch market has continued to grow, as we now witness multiple new entrants to the marketplace. The KSA’s firm, no-nonsense approach to bad actors in their newly regulated market, has been eye-catching, especially when it comes to safer gambling and consumer protection.The Center of Responsible Gaming in Holland aim to deliver an impactful contribution to a safe and attractive gambling offering in the Netherlands by working with licenced Dutch operators. This is achieved by developing materials to help inform the player about safe and responsible play as well as creating awareness around the necessary tools and various forms of treatment available to anyone who falls into harms way, and helping operators navigate safer gambling policies.We are very happy to announce our affiliation with Centrum voor Verantwoord Spelen to help supplement their efforts in equipping Dutch licenced operators with the necessary tools to help them should their players become harmed by gambling.Gamban helps to protect people by blocking access to gambling sites and apps worldwide. Should people need to exclude themselves from any licensed or unlicenced presence, regardless of their jurisdiction, Gamban’s block works at device level. We look forward to assisting those within the Dutch population who are harmed by gambling.

Centrum voor Verantwoord Spelen Partners with Gamban  

Centrum voor Verantwoord Spelen Partners with Gamban  
Assisting Their Efforts in Equipping Dutch Licenced Operators with the Necessary Tools to Help Their Players

Industry Leading Software Now in Spanish

The Gamban App Has Now Been Translated into Spanish

Our software <a href="https://gamban.com/blog/what-is-gamban">Gamban</a>, which <a href="https://gamban.com/blog/what-is-gambling-blocking-software">blocks access</a> to online gambling sites and apps across all of a person’s devices, is now available in Spanish and can be downloaded across all Spanish speaking countries.This comes at a time when the Spanish Comisión Nacional de los Mercados y la Competencia (CNMC) has offered support towards new governmental regulation aimed at achieving safer gambling in the country.In the UK, Gamban works with the self-exclusion scheme GAMSTOP, and the leading treatment provider GamCare, giving those experiencing harm from gambling access to their software for free through <a href="TalkBanStop.com">TalkBanStop.com</a>. In the US, the company provides its software to leading gambling companies, Fanduel, Unibet, and more.Gamban also struck a partnership with Norway’s government-owned national lottery and gaming operator, Norsk Tipping, to provide its software for free to those who self-exclude.Jack Symons, CEO of Gamban, said: <blockquote>“Spanish has the second largest population of native speakers in the world, so this is a really important step in ensuring blocking software is accessible to as many people harmed by gambling as possible.</blockquote><blockquote>“We’ve gone from strength to strength since we launched in 2015, setting the standard in gambling blocking software. Gamban’s used by thousands of people worldwide, and we’ve received an overwhelming amount of positive feedback, with some users informing the team that it has literally saved their life. Taking the first step continues to be the hardest challenge and much of our time goes into making Gamban as simple and straightforward to install as possible.”</blockquote>In 2018 <a href="https://gamban.com/es/blog/self-exclusion-as-a-part-of-treatment-and-recovery">GambleAware commissioned independent research </a>to evaluate the effectiveness of blocking software and to compare existing products. Gamban emerged as the most effective and, as a result, Gamban has been provided free of charge through all Gamcare support networks in the UK.In 2018, Gamban was awarded Software Rising Star Award at the EGR B2B Awards and in 2019, Gamban won RegTech Provider of the Year at The GamblingCompliance Global Regulatory Awards.Gamban is designed to be a first step towards recovery from addiction, blocking thousands of gambling websites and apps globally. It is designed to be as difficult to remove as possible but promotes a <a href="https://gamban.com/es/blog/belts-and-braces-why-more-than-one-tool-can-be-helpful">layered approach</a> to assist with gambling cessation. In the UK, Gamban has partnered with GAMSTOP - the national self-exclusion register - and GamCare, the leading treatment provider, forming the TalkBanStop pilot. This has made Gamban available at no cost to anyone from the UK.Gamban is not intended to be a standalone solution and the team continues to work extensively to connect schemes, tools and initiatives, ensuring that recovery from gambling addiction is both possible and achievable.

Gamban’s Gambling Blocking Software Now Available Across Spanish Speaking Markets

Our software Gamban is now available in Spanish and can be downloaded across all Spanish speaking countries.

Gamban's parent company shortlisted for UK Employer of the Year  

Beanstalk, parent company of Gamban nominated for award which will be announced later this year   

Beanstalk, the company that develops gambling blocking software Gamban has made the final shortlist for UK Employer of the Year Silver Award at The Investors in People Awards 2021. In a record-breaking year for entries, with nearly three hundred organisations involved, this is an outstanding achievement and one that everyone at Beanstalk is proud of.The Investors in People Awards celebrate the very best organisations and individuals from around the world across various organisational, people, wellbeing and leadership categories. Each year hundreds of organisations from the UK and abroad battle it out to take home one of the sought after trophies to show their award-winning commitment to investing in their people.Jack Symons, CEO of Beanstalk, which develops Gamban, said: “It is a privilege to be shortlisted for this award. As an organisation, our ambition is to invest in both our products, which are designed to help people, and our people who make those products possible. It is extremely fulfilling to have that recognised.”Paul Devoy, CEO of Investors in People, commented: “Now in our 8th year, it always makes me feel immensely proud to see so many fantastic organisations staking their claim to be the best. And every year, the entries do get more and more competitive and the judging even tighter. Reaching the final shortlist is a testament to the amazing commitment these organisations are making to make work better for their people, and they truly deserve this recognition.”The Winners will be announced at an online ceremony on the 23rd November 2021.For the full shortlist and more information about Investors in People please visit <a>www.investorsinpeopleawards.com</a>.

Gamban Nominated For Investors in People Award  

Gamban to be involved in supporting the expansion of IGCCB   

Melissa Etherington to support the aims of the objectives of the International Gambling Counselor Certification Board in an advisory role  

Gamban is delighted to announce that Melissa Etherington has become the latest member of the International Gambling Counselor Certification Board (IGCCB), established to represent best practices in the field of disordered gambling and gaming treatment. Melissa will be supporting the aims and objectives of the IGCCB, in domestic and overseas expansion, championing the current best practices in the field of disordered gambling and gaming treatment and ensuring a high standard of qualified treatment professionals for those seeking support with gambling addiction. Melissa is the Vice President of Partnerships at Gamban, the market-leading product that blocks access to online gambling. In addition, Melissa is a member of the New Jersey Gambling Treatment Diversion Court Advisory Group, currently the only active GTDC in the world. Melissa works extensively with governmental bodies, treatment support providers and commercial organisations globally, guiding on best practices for distribution and strategy in online gambling self-exclusion, enhancing and improving protection for at-risk gamblers. Through connecting schemes, tools and initiatives, she works to accelerate positive change to ensure that recovery from problem gambling is both possible and achievable.The International Gambling Counselor Certification Board (IGCCB) was established in 1984 to offer voluntary National and International certifications that assure a body of qualified and competent professionals working in the field of clinical treatment of individuals with at-risk, problematic and disordered gambling and their families or concerned others. Certification standards established by the IGCCB represent the current best practices in the field of disordered gambling and gaming treatment.“I am very pleased to have been invited to join the IGCCB and I am proud to support its certification which ensures those suffering with gambling addiction receive a high standard of care from qualified treatment professionals.” - Melissa Etherington, VP Partnerships, Gamban“The IGCCB was established to represent best practices in the field of problem and disordered gambling and gaming.  As the board strives to meet the ever-changing needs of the field, we too are growing in key areas, strengthening our international presence, and building partnerships with other key stakeholders.  The IGCCB is delighted to welcome Melissa who brings her vast knowledge and expertise working with those in complimentary industries to the board.”  - Jeremy Wampler, Board President, IGCCB  If you would like to learn more about IGCCB’s work and the services they offer, contact them at: <a href="mailto:certification@igccb.org">certification@igccb.org</a> or visit their website: <a href="https://www.igccb.org/">igccb.org</a>  Melissa can be contacted at: <a href="mailto:melissa@gamban.com">melissa@gamban.com</a>.

Gamban Vice President of Partnerships Joins IGCCB 

Gamban will be provided free of charge to those who need it in West Virginia   

Agreement will support ongoing work from the The Problem Gambling Help Network of West Virginia 

We are very happy to announce a partnership with The Problem Gambling Help Network of West Virginia to make our online gambling blocking software, Gamban, available for free to those in the Mountain State accessing their services.The Problem Gambling Help Network of West Virginia has helped over 15,000 people with gambling addiction, and their loved ones, since 2000 and have a network of over 70 state-wide therapists for treatment referrals.Recognized nationally for its innovative approach to providing treatment for gambling addiction, this state-wide program includes a 24-hour helpline, referrals to gambling addiction specialists, support groups, retreat weekends, and much more. PGHNWV also provides training opportunities, prevention and outreach services.Gambling addiction continues to be a very serious problem for many in West Virginia. According to the National Council on Problem Gambling in 2019, around 1 in 50 residents in the Mountain State may have a gambling problem. Personal finance site WalletHub named West Virginia the 6th “most gambling-addicted” State in a 2019 study."I am very pleased to be working with The Problem Gambling Help Network of West Virginia and happy that this partnership will provide an extra resource and layer of protection for those whose gambling has become a problem for them in West Virginia.” - Melissa Etherington, Partnerships Manager at Gamban."It is exciting to partner with Gamban to provide a valuable tool for so many. With more accessibility to online gambling, the benefits of Gamban software are immeasurable for those experiencing gambling problems.” - Jennifer Davis-Walton, Director of Gambling Addiction Services at First Choice Services, Inc.If you’re in West Virginia and are struggling with gambling, help is available. Call 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) or visit <a href="https://www.1800gambler.net/Content">https://www.1800gambler.net/Content</a>

West Virginia Treatment Service Partners with Gamban  

problem gambling network west virginia partners with gamban

Partnership will deliver video-training on self-exclusion 

Gamban to deliver video training on self-exclusion for gaming employees 

<a href="https://www.rg24seven.com/">RG24seven,</a> the world’s only, video-based Responsible Gaming training platform is pleased to announce a partnership with Gamban. The partnership will initially see Gamban work with RG24seven to video and produce a training course on self-exclusion for gaming employees. Wendy Anderson, CEO RG24seven stated, “We are very proud that Gamban has chosen to partner with RG24seven to produce this important content on self-exclusion. The training course titled “The Journey to Self-Exclusion”, presented by Gamban, will be providing important information for RG24seven’s trainees on all aspects of self-exclusion for online gamblers.” Jack Symons, CEO and co-founder of Gamban, said “We are very excited to be working with RG24seven to begin creating awareness and understanding of the need for an effective and long-lasting support infrastructure for those experiencing the effects of problem gambling throughout the United States. We see this as the beginning of creating a sustainable player protection model for the gaming industry in the United States.”Symons added, “Gamban is working with multiple operators in the United States to enhance their Responsible Gaming offering, having recently partnered with FanDuel &amp; Unibet to make Gamban software available free of charge to all customers who self-exclude via their platforms. The offering will support inter-state self-exclusion from all gambling platforms for those who choose to opt out from online gambling.”Anderson concluded, “RG24seven’s mission is to provide the most up-to-date, innovative Responsible Gaming training to the industry while diverting funds back into research and education, where it matters the most. We look forward to a successful partnership with Gamban and continuing to serve the gaming industry through Responsible Gaming training.” About RG24sevenRG24seven is the industry’s leading, certified, online, interactive Responsible Gaming training. The training is supported by world class experts and driven by a team of innovative course designers.RG24seven’s compliance-grade Responsible Gaming training ensures that your team or organization is compliant to all jurisdictional regulations and reinforces your stance on social, safety and responsibility issues.Configured to role-based needs, the training covers everything around Responsible Gaming. Importantly a portion of not just our profit, but our revenue, is being returned to our partners for Responsible Gaming training and education.RG24seven - Responsible Gaming training for the industry, by the industry.For more information please visit <a href="https://rg24seven.com/">RG24seven.com</a> or contact <a href="mailto:Wendy@RG24seven.com">Wendy@RG24seven.com</a> or call + 1 (702) 373 5194. About GambanSince 2015, Gamban has gone from strength to strength, setting the standard in gambling blocking software. Gamban is the smartest and most effective software for blocking gambling sites and applications. First-hand experience of problem gambling combined with the most talented minds in the field of gambling blocking software has resulted in the most effective cross-platform solution for creating friction and aiding willpower in the fight against gambling addiction. Used by tens of thousands of people worldwide, Gamban has received an overwhelming amount of positive feedback, with some users informing the team that it has literally saved lives. In 2018, Gamban was awarded Software Rising Star Award at the EGR B2B Awards and in 2019, Gamban won RegTech Provider of the Year at The Gambling Compliance Global Regulatory Awards. Ensuring that industry adheres to effective self-exclusion guidelines and adopts practical player protection methodologies is a large part of what makes Gamban and gambling blocking software successful. Gamban is not intended to be a standalone solution and the team continue to work extensively to connect schemes, tools and initiatives, ensuring that recovery from problem gambling is both possible and achievable.

RG24seven Announces Partnership With Gamban  

gamban to support delivery of gaming self-exclusion in united states

Nicasa have been providing gambling support services for almost 20 years 

US treatment provider has partnered with Gamban to offer device blocking software to those experiencing harm  

It used to be gambling only occurred in casinos, but today it takes on many forms and has become more accessible than ever, being available at the touch of a button 24/7. Data shows that approximately one per cent of the adult population in the United States has a <a href="https://www.icrg.org/sites/default/files/oec/pdfs/ncrg_fact_sheet_gambling_disorders.pdf">severe gambling problem</a>, but <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK230631/">less than 10%</a> report having attended gambling addiction treatment or related self-help groups. Getting treatment for compulsive gambling can help people regain control of their lives and in some cases, save lives. As such, we are incredibly excited to announce a partnership between Nicasa Behavioural Health Services in Illinois and Gamban. Nicasa are providing their clients with our online gambling blocking software, Gamban. "Blocking software is being increasingly used in recovery, so we are very pleased to be working with Nicasa, who are making Gamban available for free to those who need it in Illinois through their service." - Melissa Etherington, Partnerships Manager at GambanNicasa is a not-for-profit behavioural health services organization helping vulnerable and at-risk children, adults, and families in Lake County and Northern Illinois. Nicasa have been providing services for gambling for almost 20 years and have provided educational workshops to thousands of community members.“Whether you just started betting or realize your gambling has gotten out of control, we're here for you. Don't wait; call or email now. We look forward to meeting you!" – Elizabeth Thielen, Senior Director at Nicasa Behavioural Health Services.If you're in Lake Country or Northern Illinois and are struggling with gambling, help is available. Call Nicasa at 847-546-6450 or email gamblingservices@nicasa.org. <ul><li>Interpreters are available at sites throughout the county. </li><li>Video counselling can be provided for those with no transportation, childcare, or other obstacles to in-person counselling.</li></ul> To find out more information about Nicasa and the services they offer, visit their website - <a href="https://nicasa.org/problem-gambling-and-sports-betting-services/">https://nicasa.org/problem-gambling-and-sports-betting-services/</a>

Nicasa partners with Gamban  

800-gambler Offers Gamban to Players Within New Jersey

<h2>Online Gambling in New Jersey</h2>In 2013, the New Jersey government signed a bill, legalising online gambling within the state. Since the legalisation, most high-frequency gamblers played online as well as in land-based venues, followed only by online-only and land-based. A majority of online gamblers have reported gambling online before it became legal in New Jersey. These sites were illegal and unfortunately continue to be used.  <h3>New Jerseyan’s Relationship with Online Gambling</h3>When <a href="https://socialwork.rutgers.edu/centers/center-gambling-studies/research-reports-and-questionnaires/prevalence-gambling-new-jersey#:~:text=Overall%2C%20nearly%2070%25%20of%20New,by%20region%20and%20demographic%20variables.&amp;text=These%20findings%20are%20largely%20due,and%2021.6%25%20for%20problem%20gambling.">surveyed</a>, users claim the most influential factors in starting online gambling were: Convenience, 24‐7 access, the comfort of gambling from home, prizes such as bonuses and free credits and the use of free play or social media sites.Nearly half (42.4%) of non-problem gamblers gamble less than once a month (low frequency). However, among the low risk, moderate risk, and high-risk problem gambling groups, rates of high-frequency gambling were 51.6%, 61.3% and 89.4%, respectively. This is a particularly worrying amount, especially when considering more than 31% of online gamblers said they gambled online from work or during work hours; of those gamblers, 40% gambled one or two days a week and nearly 24% gambled three to five days per week. <h3>Gamban and 800-Gambler</h3>With the rise of online gambling in New Jersey, more and more people may find themselves at risk of developing a gambling problem. As such, we have partnered with the New Jersey Council on Compulsive Gambling (800GAMBLER). Now anyone in New Jersey, whose online gambling has become problematic, can claim Gamban to install on all their devices and block online gambling sites and apps. If you live in New Jersey and find yourself struggling with your relationship with gambling, reach out to 800-GAMBLER, A helpline for hope: support for gambling problems is just a phone call or click away.Click here to visit the 800-Gambler Website - <a href="https://800gambler.org/">https://800gambler.org/</a>Or Call - 1.800.GAMBLER (246.2537)

Gamban Partners with 800-Gambler 

Now anyone in New Jersey, whose online gambling has become problematic, can claim Gamban

Providing Norwegian Players with Gamban

Norsk Tipping Is Now Offering Gamban to Their Players to Block Themselves from Accessing Online Gambling Websites and Apps in the Country.   

We are extremely proud to announce that Norway’s Norsk Tipping has chosen Gamban to provide its users with gambling blocking software. The move will support people who have chosen to self-exclude in Norway by blocking unlicensed sites on a user’s devices.<blockquote>"It is our pleasure to work with Norsk Tipping to supplement their own self-exclusion process adding a new dimension of protection against the unregulated market. One of the most effective methods of excluding from regulated &amp; unregulated gambling sites is by blocking access at a device level. We hope to see a global adoption of blocking software into various market frameworks through a layered approach to self-exclusion." Stephen Aupy - VP Strategic Partnerships</blockquote>The state-owned Norsk Tipping is the only legal way Norwegians can access regulated lotteries and online gaming, and now the company will provide Gamban software to supplement the self-exclusion registry of the country. Gamban will also block users’ access to offshore operators (online casinos in other countries) which are not regulated or licenced for use in Norway.<blockquote>“Gamban’s software enables us to offer extended protection to customers wishing to block access to the black market. We are working on a series of extended responsible gambling measures within our jurisdiction. Gamban’s software will be a valuable supplement to our own systems.” Bjørn Helge Hoffmann -Norsk Tipping chief RG officer</blockquote>According to a survey conducted by the University of Bergen, 55,000, or 1.4% of the population, were classified as problem players in Norway, while a further 122,000, or 3.1% of the population, were classified as moderately at risk of developing a gambling problem.The study said the rise in problem gambling rates may be due to more people now participating in gambling, increased advertising exposure and advertising influence, as well as the fact that games are more accessible on the internet than ever before.

Gamban Partners with Norsk Tipping

Norsk Tipping Is Now Offering Gamban to Their Players to Block Themselves from Accessing Online Gambling Websites and Apps in the Country.

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Centrum voor Verantwoord Spelen Partners with Gamban

Gamban’s Gambling Blocking Software Now Available Across Spanish Speaking Markets

Gamban Nominated For Investors in People Award

Gamban Vice President of Partnerships Joins IGCCB

West Virginia Treatment Service Partners with Gamban

RG24seven Announces Partnership With Gamban

Nicasa partners with Gamban

Gamban Partners with 800-Gambler

Gamban Partners with Norsk Tipping

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Centrum voor Verantwoord Spelen Partners with Gamban

Gamban’s Gambling Blocking Software Now Available Across Spanish Speaking Markets

Gamban Nominated For Investors in People Award

Gamban Vice President of Partnerships Joins IGCCB

West Virginia Treatment Service Partners with Gamban

RG24seven Announces Partnership With Gamban

Nicasa partners with Gamban

Gamban Partners with 800-Gambler

Gamban Partners with Norsk Tipping

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