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Insider information row marred election campaign and OLBG/YouGov survey finds six out of ten think all politicians should now be made to declare their gambling activity

Three-quarters of people in the UK say there should be a ban on those working in politics from betting on political markets following the gamblegate scandal that rocked number 10.

The General Election was marred by revelations nine people working within politics were being investigated for betting on when the poll would be held.

Now an OLBG/YouGov survey has revealed that 76 per cent of Brits think anyone working within politics should not be allowed to gamble on political markets.

And six out of ten people say all politicians should be made to declare all their betting activity, after the scandal exposed how some were able to apparently bet using insider information.

And nearly half (46 per cent) say anyone found to have used inside knowledge to bet on politics should be banned from holding public office.

Key findings

● 60% believe that politicians should be made to publicly disclose their gambling activity

● 76% would support a ban on those who work in politics from betting on politics

● 69% said they would feel more negatively about a politician who placed a bet using inside

information

● 60% of young people [18-24] believe the Government should be doing more to reduce

gambling-related harm

● 34% of those aware of the betting scandal were less trusting of the former Conservative

government as a result of the scandal

● 27% think that Labour will be no better at governing gambling than the Conservatives

The survey put political allegiances to one side by canvassing Conservative, Labour, Lib Dem and Reform voters.

“While politicians are also private citizens and should enjoy a reasonable amount of privacy, as members of public office they are meant to serve the best interests of the public,” said OLBG CEO Richard Moffat.

“As a result they are held to a high standard, and if those involved have used insider information for financial gain, even at a token amount, it may have far-reaching consequences,” he added.

All figures, unless otherwise stated, are from YouGov Plc. Total sample size was 2,273 adults in the UK. Fieldwork was undertaken between 15th – 16th August 2024.  The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighted and are representative of all UK adults (aged 18+)

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A new fully EveryMatrix-funded project aimed at helping veterans of the war in Ukraine transition to develop new careers in technology has launched in Lviv.

The NGO, entitled ‘Academy for Heroes’, is spearheaded by EveryMatrix and was inspired by its 300+ employees, based in Lviv in Ukraine, some of whom are fighting in the war.

There are hundreds of thousands of combatants in Ukraine, a number that is rising every day. Following their return from war, sometimes with serious injuries, many need social adaptation and work that can provide a more certain future.

The Academy will organise courses designed by leading experts in the IT industry, enabling former military personnel to gain the knowledge and skills needed for successful IT careers.

Beyond its primary goal of equipping veterans with IT skills, it also aims to help them successfully integrate into today’s labour market. EveryMatrix and several other local IT companies will be involved in the employment of veterans after they have completed courses.

Ebbe Groes, Group CEO and Co-Founder, EveryMatrix, said: “Our Lviv office is central to our continued success and growth. Ever since the country has experienced conflict we have supported our friends and colleagues, as well as charities, with much needed funds committing more than €2 million to date, and we will continue to help them.

“Now, we’re taking that one step further by setting up our second company NGO to ensure veterans receive the training and skills they need to return to work and develop successful careers in technology.

“The IT industry is one of the strongest parts of the Ukrainian economy, renowned worldwide for technical skills. I hope many will either join us or go on to join other IT companies, giving them hope and a more certain future for themselves and their families.”

Professor Oleksiy Druhov, CEO, Academy for Heroes, said: “This is the only continuously operating project of its kind in Ukraine for military veterans. Our goal is to teach four groups of veterans every year.

“Each group will have its own specialisation such as Project Management, Quality Assurance and Full stack to name just a few areas. We carefully monitor the Ukrainian IT market and only train the specialisms required.

“All participants will undergo internships at EveryMatrix and other leading Ukrainian IT companies during their studies and they will have the best teachers from the IT Industry. We are also planning to open a specialised, inclusive-friendly training centre at the end of 2024.”

This is the second fully funded NGO that EveryMatrix has initiated. In 2015 the iGaming technology provider established TeachStream supplying much needed funds and resources to disadvantaged children in Romania who might otherwise never have the opportunity to develop IT, computer science, mathematics and English skills.

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7777 gaming, a leading innovator in the iGaming industry, is excited to announce a strategic agreement with Sportium, one of the foremost sports betting and gaming operators in Europe and Latam markets. This partnership marks a significant step in 7777 gaming’s expansion strategy, aiming to enhance its presence in Spain, Colombia, and Mexico.

As part of this collaboration, 7777 gaming plans to enter the gambling markets of Spain and Colombia this year with an initial batch of certified games. These will include the company’s popular titles such as Cash 100, Crazy 100 Bucks, Mayan Gold, Sea of Treasures, Candy Anyways, Club Mr. Rich, Devil’s Deal Soul for Sale, and many others. These innovative and engaging games, often customized for particular markets, promise to bring a fresh and exciting experience to players in Spain and the LatAm region.

Zhana Aleksandrova, Business Development Manager for Spain & Latin America, commented: “This strategic partnership aligns with our vision to expand our footprint in the Spanish-speaking markets and introduce our diverse portfolio of games to a broader audience. We are confident that our innovative and engaging games will resonate well with Sportium players in Spain, Colombia, and Mexico.”

Sportium, a global leader in sports betting and online gaming, has a presence in 8 countries, Spanish, Italy, and Latin America.

7777 gaming continues moving strategically into new territories, solidifying its reputation for delivering high-quality, customized gaming experiences. This partnership with Sportium is set to pave the way for further growth and success in the dynamic and ever-evolving iGaming industry.