The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has recently published its 2022 report. This report compares consumer protection regulations in states where online gambling is legal, against its Internet Responsible Gambling Standards (IRGS).
The report titled “The US Online Responsible Gaming Regulations: An Evaluation Against National Council on Problem Gambling Standards” indicates that the online gambling standards in Nevada do not meet the minimum responsibility set by the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG).
The World Series Of Poker (WSOP) poker website is the sole legitimate online gambling platform available in Nevada.
This report from the NCPG indicates that the problem is not specific to the WSOP website, but rather with Nevada’s online gambling regulations.
The report reveals that online gambling (also known as iGaming) regulators in four out of seven states do not provide sufficient protection for gamblers. These states, including Nevada, Delaware, Michigan, and West Virginia, do not require operators to ensure players are provided with adequate responsible gambling protections.
Evaluation Against National Council on Problem Gambling Standards
The “Evaluation Against National Council on Problem Gambling Standards” by NCGP examines the compliance of seven states with online gambling to its basic responsible gambling standards.
Regulators in Nevada failed to satisfy the minimum requirements for regulations on problem gaming. Only Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania met most of the standards detailed in the IRGS.
The NCGP established the IRGS in 2012. These standards aim to guide all entities involved in internet gambling to prioritize responsible gaming.
This topic isn’t static. The IRGS is consistently updated to mirror the present state of online betting, along with recent trends in technology and consumer protection.
Specific recommendations in the areas of: are included in the IRGS standards.
- Policy
- Training for staff
- Making informed decisions
- Helping players
- Self-exclusion
- Promotion and advertising
- Features of the game and website
- Collaborating with research
The organization ultimately aims to streamline and optimize responsible gaming initiatives for state regulators. The report indicated that last year, Nevada’s gaming regulators were unsuccessful in providing players with essential information on safer gambling in certain areas.
- Online poker-related myths
- Online gambling associated risks
- Helpful advice for staying within your budget
- How to access personal information on responsible gambling
Moreover, Nevada is the only state that offers online gaming without a policy commitment to responsible gambling. Unlike other states, employees who work in Nevada’s online gambling industry do not undergo yearly training on new IRGC standards.
Maintaining up-to-date responsible gaming standards for both online and live casino gambling is always crucial. The fact that Nevada only has one online gambling site should not hinder the enforcement of regulations.
Lack of online gambling in Nevada
Online gambling in Nevada is quite restricted. Unlike other states, Nevada doesn’t provide a comprehensive range of online casino games such as blackjack, slot machines, poker, and more.
Currently, the only available online gambling in Nevada is through the WSOP website. Nevada stands out as one of the few states that offers a broad range of locations for in-person gambling. Indeed, it’s almost impossible to evade gambling while in Nevada.
Besides Nevada mobile sports betting apps, there’s also gambling available at retail outlets all over the state.
The state hosts over 300 casinos providing gambling services. Furthermore, gambling activities are also available in bars, taverns, supermarkets, gas stations, and more across Nevada.
Several casino operators consider this to be more than adequate. They frequently argue that permitting comprehensive online gambling could potentially cause gambling addiction.
Interestingly, these businesses also suggest that online gambling might decrease revenue as locals may prefer to stay home rather than visit a casino. A study commissioned by Indiana last year on the subject revealed that online casinos should not eat into the revenue of physical casinos.
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