Several US online gambling operators have teamed up to establish the Responsible Online Gaming Association, an independent trade association that seeks to develop and advance responsible gaming practices.
Seven operators – bet365, BetMGM, DraftKings, Fanatics Betting and Gaming, FanDuel, Hard Rock Digital and PENN Entertainment – have come together to help “educate, equip, and empower consumers to enjoy the fun of online gaming in a responsible way”.
The ROGA will be led by Executive Director Jennifer Shatley, who has more than 25 years of industry experience. She will be responsible for facilitating “widespread education to all relevant parties on the subject of responsible gaming”.
Over $20m has been committed by the group of operators to fund the association and help promote responsible gaming.
“I am humbled, honoured and excited to be selected to lead ROGA during this important period of growth in legalised mobile gaming,” stated Shatley.
“Many of America’s largest legal mobile gaming operators will be establishing a framework that helps to aid in responsible gaming education and awareness.”
The ROGA will undergo several initiatives including funding research, providing and raising awareness to consumer and industry responsible gaming education, promoting responsible gaming best practices and creating an independent data clearinghouse as well as an independent certification program.
“Together, our members will work alongside researchers, experts, regulators and stakeholders to promote responsible online gaming and maximise our efforts to support additional responsible gaming education and awareness,” added Shatley.
“By coming together with a clear set of objectives, ROGA and our members will work to enhance consumer protections and help provide easier and more efficient access to responsible gaming tools for consumers to enjoy the entertainment of online gaming.”
