EASG 2026 Conference programme
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Tuesday, 8 September
18:00
Welcome Drinks @ Restaurant Spisehuset, CPH Hotel — DGI Byen
Dress code: Smart / business casual
Wednesday, 9 September
09:00
Opening 15th EASG Conference
Auditorium
Opening words
Mr. Hermann Pamminger (Chairman of the European Association for the Study of Gambling (EASG))
09:15
Setting the Scene - Part I
Auditorium
Chaired by: Mr. Hermann Pamminger (Chairman of the European Association for the Study of Gambling (EASG))
How European Collaboration can lead a way to safer gambling
Mr. Anders Dorph (The Danish Gambling Authority)
Fighting Illegal Online Gambling: Lessons from the EL Pilot Project
Mr. Piet van Baeveghem (European-Lotteries)
10:30
Tea and coffee break
Foyer (ground floor)
11:00
Setting the Scene - Part II
Auditorium
Chaired by: Mrs. Margaret Dunn (Clarion Gaming UK) and Ms. Ewa Bakun (Clarion Gaming UK)
How to Avoid “Well Meant, Wrongly Executed
Mr. Erwin Van Lambaart (European Casino Association)
The Channelisation Paradox: How safer gambling is building the market it's trying to prevent
Mr. Andrew Tottenham (Tottenham & Co)
Protecting players means protecting the marketplace
Mr. Ismail Vali (Gaming Compliance International)
12:30
Lunchbreak
Restaurant (3rd floor)
13:45
Parallel 1 - Regulatory topics
Auditorium A (ground floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Malcolm Bruce (Global Gambling Guidance Group (G4))
13:45
Exploring Differences in Regulatory Frameworks and Gambling Cultures: USA vs Spain
Prof. Richard McGowan (Boston College)
14:05
Mission (nearly) impossible: How to evaluate the State Treaty on Gambling of the German Federal States (GlüStV) – a meta-evaluation
Prof. Gerhard Buehringer (IFT Mental Health Solutions)
14:25
Scientific assessment of both the performance and the fairness of the French National Gambling Authority (ANJ)’s identification of excessive gamblers’ algorithm
Dr. Katia Lurbe Puerto (French National Gambling Authority (ANJ)), Mr. Thomas Delafosse (French National Gambling Authority (ANJ))
14:45
Using evidence to understand trends in illegal gambling and support to disruption
Mr. Tim Livesley (Gambling Commission (GB))
15:05
Effects of new responsible gambling regulations in the Netherlands
Dr. Judith Kas (Kansspelautoriteit), Mrs. Jolijn Vogel (Kansspelautoriteit)
13:45
Parallel 2 - Research
Auditorium B (ground floor)
Chaired by: Mrs. Maris Catania (Leovegas)
13:45
Concerned significant others of problem gamblers and gamers: Preliminary results from a one-year follow-up survey.
Mrs. Elise Constance Fodstad (University of Bergen)
14:05
Gambling among first responders in the US
Ms. Anca-Maria Gherghel (EPIC Global Solutions), Mr. Mark Lucia (Kindbridge Research Institute)
14:25
Prevention of Pathological Gambling and Excessive Digital Consumption Together with Training of Mental Health Specialists - a Pilot Program
Mrs. Ramona Lupu (Romanian Association fot the Study of Gambling)
14:45
Bidirectional Longitudinal Associations Between HEXACO Personality Traits and Problem Gambling: A Four-Wave Random Intercept Cross-Lagged Panel Study
Ms. Farangis Sharifibastan (University of Bergen)
15:05
The Gambling Harms Scale Index (GHSI): Holistic Framework and Measurement of Gambling Related Harm and Recovery
Dr. Ryan Statton (University of Plymouth)
13:45
Parallel 3 - Prevention
Hovedbanegården (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Peter Seerden (Global Gambling Guidance Group (G4))
13:45
From Identification to Impact: Measuring the Effectiveness of Safer Gambling Interactions
Dr. Melissa Salmon (Focal Research Consultants)
14:05
Sport Sponsorship: informing and involvement of the market
Mr. Erik Buis (Kansspelautoriteit)
14:25
Real world trial: Reduced spend after a targeted three-tier intervention
Mr. Vishal Phand (Playtech Plc)
14:45
International Emerging Adult Gambling
Dr. Michele Stacey (Gambling Research & Policy Initiative, East Carolina University)
15:05
Addicted Intelligence: When Chatbots Exhibit Problem Gambling Traits
Mr. Glenn Yamagata (Oregon Council on Problem Gambling)
13:45
Parallel 4 - RG Tools
Enghave Plads + Kodbyen (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Willem Keessen (Assissa)
13:45
Knowing but Not Using: The Gap Between Awareness and Active Use of Player Protection Measures
Dr. Anke Quack (Competence Centre for Player Protection & Prevention, University Medical Centre Mainz)
14:05
Understanding the Recovered and Recovering Gambler: A Sentiment and Thematic Analysis
Dr. Marla Royne Stafford (University of Nevada-Las Vegas)
14:25
Implementing a unified gambling limit across online and retail channels
Ms. Maria Lifveredson (AB Svenska Spel)
14:45
Building Bridges in Gambling Spaces: A Field-Based Approach for Awareness and Self-Regulation"
Mrs. Helena Saverino (Cooperativa motiva), Mr. Luca Ciuffreda (Cooperativa motiva)
15:05
Exploring different indications for care-calls at a gambling company – response rate, action taken and effect on gambling behavior
Dr. Jakob Jonsson (Karolinska Institute)
13:45
Parallel 5 - Industry & Politics
Tivoli + Vesterbros Torv (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Ms. Beata Guzik (Vlaemminck Law)
13:45
Beyond the Jackpot: analysing the safety of charity lotteries
Mr. Dan Waugh (Regulus Partners), Mr. Malcolm Fleming (Association of Charity Lotteries in Europe)
14:05
Gambling Industry, Quo Vadis?
Mr. Arno Nagelschmied (Casinos Austria & Austrian Lotteries)
14:25
Detecting Unusual Gambling Transaction Patterns
Ms. Melissa Swinehart (University of Nevada, Las Vegas)
14:45
The Court of Justice of the European Union: Still Shuffling the Cards of National Gambling Law?
Dr. Alan Littler (Franssen Tolboom Attorneys at Law)
15:05
Is there a correlation between regulation and gambling behaviour? Empirical numbers from six countries.
Mr. Michael Auer (Neccton)
15:25
Tea and coffee break
Foyer (ground floor)
15:25
Poster presentations @ Coffee break area
Foyer (ground floor)
Partners of people with GD: What did partners do for their recovery?
Ms. Sophie Wilkinson (University Bremen)
Factors associated with loot box, skin, and other microtransaction purchases among Norwegian adolescents
Ms. Monica Lucia Blanco (Department of Psychosocial Science, University of Bergen, Bergen)
From first contact to care trajectories: A qualitative study of facilitators and barriers to health and social services access and use among individuals experiencing problematic gambling in Quebec (Canada)
Ms. Niwezina Peace Bugingo, MSW (Department of Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine, Université de Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada.)
Multi-Form Gambling and Gambling-Related Risk Among Emerging Adults in Italy
Dr. Michelle Malkin (Gambling Research & Policy Initiative, East Carolina University)
15:55
Parallel 1 - Youth
Auditorium A (ground floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Johan Eklund (Aarhus Universitetshospital)
15:55
Young Minds, Healthy Decisions - pilot primary prevention program for adolescents gambling in Romania (Cluj and Harghita counties)
Mrs. Ramona Lupu (Romanian Association for the Study of Gambling)
16:15
Danish Gambling Authority’s Educational Programme on Gambling and Probability
Mr. Heine Jakobsen (The Danish Gambling Authority)
16:35
Responsible Gambling and Young Adults Under 25: Motivations, Contexts, and Intervention Strategies
Dr. Cinzia Castiglioni (Catholic University of the Sacred Heart), Prof. Edoardo Lozza (Catholic University of the Sacred Heart)
16:55
Youth gambling engagement and problems among a nation-wide sample
Dr. Carrie Shaw (University of Alberta)
17:15
Preventing Behavioral Addictions in Children: Quasi-Experimental Effectiveness Results from the National Implementation of the 'Tools for Modern Times' in Croatia
Prof. Neven Ricijas (University of Zagreb, Faculty of Education and Rehabilitation Sciences)
15:55
Parallel 2 - Regulatory aspects
Auditorium B (ground floor)
Chaired by: Dr. Alan Littler (Frannsen Tolboom)
15:55
winds of change in the Belgian gambling model
Mr. Roland Louski (National Lottery)
16:15
Exploring the nature and incidence of illegal gambling on TikTok
Mrs. Laura Carter (Gambling Commission Great Britain), Ms. Lauren Ward (Yonder Consulting)
16:35
Polish gambling law perspective on loot box regulations – current status and future options
Mr. Jarosław Śliwczyński (Totalizator Sportowy Sp. z o.o.)
15:55
Parallel 3 - Research
Hovedbanegården (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Jonny Engebo (Lotteritilsynet)
15:55
The Prevalence of Gambling Advertising during a Matchday of the German Bun-desliga: A Frequency and Content Analysis of Live TV Coverage, Sport Highlight Programmes and Social Media
Dr. Johannes Singer (Gambling Research Center, University of Hohenheim)
16:15
Targeted promotions and player risk: Evidence from OLG data in Canada
Dr. Chris Percy (Playtech Plc)
16:35
Structural Speed and Advertising Exposure in Sports Betting: Associations with Coping Motives and Gambling Harms
Dr. Jennifer Reynolds (Responsible Gambling Council)
16:55
Problematic gambling and its risk and protective factors: a dynamic network approach
Ms. Ladan Esmalian Khamseh (University of Bergen)
17:15
Psychosocial Characteristics of Treatment-Seeking Patients with Gambling Disorder: Differences Regarding Initial Motivational Status
Prof. Dora Dodig Hundrić (University of Zagreb, Faculty of Education and Rehabilitation Sciences)
15:55
Parallel 4 - Prevention
Enghave Plads + Kodbyen (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Peter Seerden (Global Gambling Guidance Group (G4))
15:55
From offline to omnichannel: what drives gambling channel engagement across Italy and the UK
Ms. Chiara Barone (Catholic University of the Sacred Heart)
16:15
Gamblers seeking help: Statistics from outpatient counselling centres in Lower Saxony (Germany)
Dr. Tobias Hayer (University of Bremen)
16:35
Mandatory Limits: What do players actually say about them?
Ms. Carly Grace Allen (Norsk Tipping)
16:55
Do Gods Gamble with Humans, and Do Humans Gamble with Gods? Mythological and Archetypal Dimensions of Gambling Behaviour
Mr. Riccardo Zerbetto (Orthos)
15:55
Parallel 5 - AI Systems
Tivoli + Vesterbros Torv (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Philippe Vlaemminck (Vlaemminck Law)
15:55
Use of artificial intelligence within the gambling field: a scoping review
Ms. Conchita Sisi (University of Bergen)
16:15
Mapping the EU AI Act onto Gambling Operator AI Systems: Risk, Compliance, and AI Safety in the Gambling Industry
Mr. Abdelrahman Ahmed (Deloitte)
16:35
Gambling advertising , AI and the very large online platforms & search engines
Ms. Beata Guzik (Vlaemminck Law)
18:30
Get-Together Dinner @ CPH Conference
Restaurant (3rd floor)
Dress code: Smart / business casual
Thursday, 10 September
09:00
Focus on Research, Prevention and Youth
Auditorium
Chaired by: Mr. Peter Wilson (Peter Wilson Legal)
The first bet is not the first intervention. An industry perspective of research, prevention and youth.
Mrs. Maris Catania (Leovegas)
Changing patterns of Youth gambling: Myths, realities and new concerns
Mr. Jeffrey Derevensky (McGill University)
Newest developments in Responsible Gaming
Mr. Michael Auer (Neccton)
BetBlocker: From Research to Prevention through Collaboration
Mr. Pedro Romero (Betblocker)
Gambling Recovery Information Network (GRIN): Beyond the Voice: Turning lived experience into influence, action, and change
Mr. Matt Smith (Betknowmore)
10:30
Coffee break
Foyer (ground floor)
11:00
Doing Something Special
Auditorium
Chaired by: Mrs. Birgitte Sand (Birgitte Sand & Associates)
Consumers challenging illegal operators. The lessons the European Court is teaching us :
Mr. Philippe Vlaemminck (Vlaemminck Law)
Getting ahead of the illegal market - The power of an integrated approach
Mr. Daniel Grabher (MediaStream AG)
12:30
Lunch
Restaurant (3rd floor)
13:45
Parallel 1 - Youth
Auditorium A (ground floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Johan Eklund (Aarhus Universitetshospital)
13:45
Involvement in Gambling and Simulated Gambling Among Polish Adolescents (Aged 15–17): National Survey Findings
Prof. Bernadeta Lelonek-Kuleta (The John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin)
14:05
Teenagers’ Gambling Trends from Three Analytical Perspectives
Dr. Niri Talberg (KORUS øst & ROPforsk)
14:25
The role of gambling-like video game features, offline leisure and help seeking behaviour in problematic gaming among Flemish adolescents: a three-wave annual longitudinal design
Ms. Maya Geudens (Ku Leuven)
14:45
Population survey of online gambling habits in Denmark
Mr. Rasmus Rødsgaard Frydenlund (The Danish Gambling Authority)
15:05
Underage Gambling – Insights and Solutions for Preventive Work with Young People
Ms. Johanna Vakkuri (Finnish Association for Substance Abuse Prevention (EHYT)), Ms. Camilla Metsäranta (Finnish Association for Substance Abuse Prevention (EHYT))
13:45
Parallel 2 - Research
Auditorium B (ground floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Malcolm Bruce (Global Gambling Guidance Group (G4))
13:45
Measuring Gambling in a Changing Environment: Youth, University Students, and Adults in Indiana
Dr. Desiree Reynolds (Indiana University), Ms. Amy Frederick (Indiana University)
14:05
The relationship between gambling involvement and financial health: A secondary analysis of UK Open Banking data
Dr. Kasra Ghaharian (University of Nevada, Las Vegas)
14:25
Adaptation, adoption or something else? What insights can be drawn from 30 years of EGM data in Australia?
Prof. Paul Delfabbro (Adelaide University)
14:45
Don’t Take a Blind Guess: Development and Evaluation of a Gambling Prevention Program
Dr. Magdalena Rowicka (Maria Grzegorzewska University)
15:05
Understanding consequences experienced due to someone else’s gambling, and overlaps with own gambling behaviour
Mrs. Laura Carter (Gambling Commission Great Britain)
13:45
Parallel 3 - Regulators
Hovedbanegården (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Abdelrahman Ahmed (Deloitte)
13:45
No Perfect Model: Trade-offs in Online Gambling Regulation
Ms. Elizabeth Lusk (Greo Evidence Insights), Dr. Matthew Young (Greo Evidence Insights)
14:05
Gambling Taxation and Illegal Online Participation: Evidence from European Jurisdictions
Mr. Leonidas Karakidis (University of the Peloponnese)
14:25
Promotional Lotteries – Attractive Marketing or Problematic Gambling for minors? The Polish Market Perspective
Mr. Stanislaw Radowicki (Wierzbowski & Partners/ Academy of Silesia)
14:45
Civil society as a safeguard: the strategic role of NGOs in gambling harm prevention at the EU level
Dr. Riitta Matilainen (Finnish Association for Substance Abuse Prevention (EHYT))
15:05
From Control to Trust: A Collaborative Model of Gambling Regulation
Mr. Jan Rehola (Institute for Gambling Regulation)
13:45
Parallel 4 - Treatment
Enghave Plads + Kodbyen (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Dr. Jakob Jonsson (Karolinska Institute)
13:45
Development of the Danish Gambling Authority’s Communication for the StopSpillet helpline
Mrs. Katja Arabelle Antabi (The Danish Gambling Authority)
14:05
Gambling Harm, Inequality, and LGBTQIA+ Communities
Dr. Reece Bush-Evans (Bournemouth University)
14:25
The Role of Personality Traits in Gambling and Financial Speculation
Dr. Daniel McGrath (University of Calgary)
14:45
Effectiveness of internet-based treatments for gambling problems: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Prof. Dominic Sagoe (University of Bergen)
15:05
Exploring Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy as a Novel Intervention for Gambling Disorder: Insights from Participant Recruitment and a Psilocybin Retreat Case Study
Mr. Pedro Romero (Betblocker / University of Gibraltar)
13:45
Parallel 5 - Research
Tivoli + Vesterbros Torv (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Jonny Engebo (Lotteritilsynet)
13:45
Gambling and Problem Gambling in Germany: Data from the Gambling Survey 2025 and the OASIS Player Exclusion System
Prof. Gerhard Meyer (University Bremen)
14:05
Investigating the Perceived Relationship Between Problem Gambling and Suicidality Through Lived Experience: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis of Qualitative Interviews
Dr. Joakim Hellumbråten Kristensen (University of Bergen)
14:25
Gambling-Related Harm Among Concerned Significant Others in Croatia: A Pilot Study
Prof. Sabina Mandic (University of Zagreb, Faculty of Education and Rehabilitation Sciences)
14:45
Undirected and directed networks of problem gambling
Dr. André Syvertsen (University of Bergen)
15:05
Struggling to make ends meet? A population-based study of problem gambling severity and unmet basic needs due to lack of money
Dr. Tanja Grönroos (Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare)
15:25
Tea break
Foyer (ground floor)
15:25
Poster presentations @ Coffee break area
Foyer (ground floor)
From first contact to care trajectories: A qualitative study of facilitators and barriers to health and social services access and use among individuals experiencing problematic gambling in Quebec (Canada)
Ms. Niwezina Peace Bugingo, MSW (Department of Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine, Université de Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada.)
Factors associated with loot box, skin, and other microtransaction purchases among Norwegian adolescents
Ms. Monica Lucia Blanco (Department of Psychosocial Science, University of Bergen, Bergen)
Partners of people with GD: What did partners do for their recovery?
Ms. Sophie Wilkinson (University Bremen)
Multi-Form Gambling and Gambling-Related Risk Among Emerging Adults in Italy
Dr. Michelle Malkin (Gambling Research & Policy Initiative, East Carolina University)
15:55
Parallel 1 - Research
Auditorium A (ground floor)
Chaired by: Mrs. Maris Catania (Leovegas)
15:55
Mind games: Neurophysiological Responses to (e)Sports Gambling Ads Among Adolescents and Adults
Dr. Edoardo Tozzi (University of Bristol)
16:15
Examining gambling behaviour trends in Great Britain; integrating three years of prevalence data with other complimentary sources of data
Mrs. Helen Bryce (Gambling Commission Great Britain)
16:35
Casino openings and local bankruptcies
Prof. Doug Walker (College of Charleston)
16:55
Understanding Uncertainty: A Qualitative Study on Slot Machine Gamblers’ Perceptions of how Payouts are Determined
Prof. Eilin Erevik (University of Bergen)
15:55
Parallel 2 - RG Tools
Hovedbanegården (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Willem Keessen (Assissa)
15:55
Creating Empirically Supported Tools and Resources to Reduce Gambling-Related Harms among College Students
Dr. Michelle Malkin (Gambling Research & Policy Initiative, East Carolina University)
16:15
Digital Self-Exclusion as Harm Reduction: Engagement, Compliance, and Everyday Use Among BetBlocker Users
Ms. Andrea Dassopoulos (University of Nevada, Las Vegas)
16:35
The ‘Gambling Star’ as a tool for risk awareness and harm reduction in contexts related to gambling
Mrs. Helena Saverino (Cooperativa motiva), Mr. Luca Ciuffreda (Cooperativa motiva)
16:55
Implementing a Modern Intrinsic Game Risk Assessment Framework: Insights from the Application of the “ADESSO Model” within a National Lottery in Belgium
Mrs. Céline Schluntz (National Lottery)
15:55
Parallel 3 - Industry & Regulatory
Tivoli + Vesterbros Torv (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Ms. Beata Guzik (Vlaemminck Law)
15:55
Sports Stakeholders: Introducing the Concept of Return on Integrity
Mr. Severin Moritzer (CEO Play Fair Code)
16:15
Beyond "Loot Boxes": Disaggregating Gambling-Like Content in Digital Games and Esports
Mr. Topias Mattinen (Tampere University)
16:35
Role of social media hashtag '#Veikkauskratia’ advocacy for stricter gambling regulation in Finland: Analysis of X data.
Dr. Thomas Babila Sama (University of Helsinki)
16:55
Illegal Gambling as a Blind Spot of Player Protection: Evidence from the Czech Republic and the Need for International Cooperation
Mr. Vaclav Ulrich (Institute for Gambling Regulation)
15:55
Parallel 4 - Women & Gambling
Enghave Plads + Kodbyen (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Mrs. Fulvia Prever (Varenna Foundation)
15:55
Is women's gambling behaviour different from men's? Analysis of tracking data from a German slot game provider
Mrs. Andrea Wöhr (Gambling Research Center, University of Hohenheim)
16:15
Women, Problem Gambling and Intimate Partner Violence - from theory to action: a new Italian project to make a change.
Mrs. Fulvia Prever (Varenna Foundation)
16:35
More Than Coping: Rethinking Female Gambling Motivations in Contemporary Media
Mrs. Artemis Leung Wing Chi (New Life Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association)
16:55
Woman round table discussion (for participants, see abstract)
Mrs. Fulvia Prever (Varenna Foundation)
15:55
Parallel 5 - Denmark Youth Gambling
Kødbyen (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Thomas Stokholm (Dansk Ludomani Komite)
15:55
Building a Strong, Independent Research Community in Denmark
Mr. Thomas Marcussen (Aarhus Universitetshospital)
16:15
Practice and Community: Young Danish Men's Gambling Practices and Communities
Ms. Johanne Kirkeby (university Copenhagen)
16:35
Preliminary Experience with Gambling Prevention Events for Children and Young People in Denmark
Mr. Johan Eklund (Aarhus Universitetshospital)
16:55
Youth Gambling in Denmark: Prevalence, Patterns, Drivers, and Contexts — Toward Early Intervention
Mr. Jakob Eriksen (Aarhus Universitetshospital)
18:00
Conference Dinner @ The Playhouse, Copenhagen
Dress code: Semi-formal / business
Friday, 11 September
09:00
Parallel 1 - Prediction market & More
Auditorium A (ground floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Philippe Vlaemminck (Vlaemminck Law)
09:00
Estimating the size of the illegal market using Google Search Volume
Mr. Martin van Denzen (Kansspelautoriteit)
09:20
Prediction Markets: What They Are, Why They Matter, and Emerging Risks
Mr. Glenn Yamagata (Oregon Council on Problem Gambling)
09:40
Prediction Markets in Europe: A Snapshot of Regulatory Approaches and Emerging Policy Trends
Ms. Iva Zorko (European-Lotteries)
10:00
Another Challenge to Gambling Laws: Futures Predictions Markets
Prof. I. Nelson Rose (Whittier College)
09:00
Parallel 2 - Match fixing
Auditorium B (ground floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Abdelrahman Ahmed (Deloitte)
09:00
A qualitative exploration of gambling culture in elite female sports clubs in England: Football, Cricket & Rugby Union
Ms. Anca-Maria Gherghel (EPIC Global Solutions)
09:20
When “Risk-Free” Isn’t Harmless: Matched Betting and Gambling Harm
Dr. Reece Bush-Evans (Bournemouth University)
09:40
Prevalence of match fixing among athletes: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Prof. Ståle Pallesen (University of Bergen)
09:00
Parallel 3 - RG Tools
Hovedbanegården (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Peter Seerden (Global Gambling Guidance Group (G4))
09:00
Real-Time Risk Detection and In-Session Support: An Evidence- Based Model for Safer Gambling at Scale
Mrs. Tracy Schrans (Focal Research Consultants)
09:20
A New Generation of Risk: Why Young Adults Are Increasingly Engaging in Online Casino Play
Mr. Bjorn Helge Hoffman (Norsk Tipping)
09:40
Beyond the PGSI: Detecting Emerging Gambling Harm Through Behavioural Data
Ms. Annika Lindberg (Mindway AI)
09:00
Parallel 4 - Treatment
Enghave Plads + Kodbyen (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Dr. Jakob Jonsson (Karolinska Institute)
09:00
Project: More at Stake
Mrs. Trine Rasmussen (Center for Ludomani)
09:20
Gamblers’ Recommendations for Providing Feedback on Their Problematic Online Gambling Behavior: A Lexicometric Analysis
Ms. Daphnee Thomas (Paris Cite University - Psychopathology and Health Processes Laboratory)
09:40
The Danish national gambling helpline - StopSpillet
Mrs. Stine Hald Mårtensson (The Danish Gambling Authority)
10:00
Care calls: Contacting players at risk. Ten years of experience contacting at-risk players, and how they prevent problem gambling.
Mrs. Josefin Nordenhammar (Norsk Tipping), Mrs. Maria Heia (Norsk Tipping)
10:20
Coffee break
Foyer (ground floor)
10:50
Parallel 1 - Youth and Prevention
Auditorium A (ground floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Johan Eklund (Aarhus Universitetshospital)
10:50
Identified play reduces underage gambling and gambling-related harm among young players
Mrs. Eeva Rissanen (Veikkaus)
11:10
Sports betting behavior among high school students: A systematic review
Mr. Hailemariam Weldemariam (University of Bergen)
11:30
Young people should be prioritized in responsible gaming measures
Mrs. Jenna Ekström (Paf)
10:50
Parallel 2 - Economics and Politics
Auditorium B (ground floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Malcolm Bruce (Global Gambling Guidance Group (G4))
10:50
Is in-play betting really a continuous form of betting?
Mr. Dan Waugh (Regulus Partners)
11:10
Gambling and wellbeing: Uneven gains and deficits across risk levels
Dr. Kaori Narita (University of Liverpool)
11:30
“Public Gambling in Italy: Reorganisation, Territorial Issues and Institutional Short-Circuits”
Dr. Geronimo Cardia (ACADI, Associazione Concessionari dei Giochi Pubblici)
10:50
Parallel 3 - Research
Hovedbanegården (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Willem Keessen (Assissa)
10:50
Heterogeneous Effects of Sports Betting Legalisation on Suicide Mortality
Dr. Ayan Orujov (University of Liverpool)
11:10
Gambling Disorder to Addiction-Prone Personality: Clinical Implications from an Italian Residential Treatment Programme
Mr. Riccardo Zerbetto (Orthos)
11:30
Perceived Benefits and Harms of Gambling Among Finnish Gamblers: A Population-Based Study of Subjective Evaluations Across Financial, Health, and Relationship Domains
Mr. Kalle Lind (Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare)
10:50
Parallel 4 - RG Tools
Enghave Plads + Kodbyen (2nd floor)
Chaired by: Mr. Peter Seerden (Global Gambling Guidance Group (G4))
10:50
‘Not on GamStop’: A digital risk-audit of black market gambling websites promoted via predatory advertisements
Dr. Jamie Torrance (School of Psychology, Swansea University, Swansea)
11:10
What does Positive Play look like? Findings from 2017 to present day
Dr. Richard Wood (Positive Play Academy)
11:30
The Effects of Monthly Gambling Activity Summaries on Player Awareness and Behavior: Evidence from a Large-Scale Real-World Experiment
Mrs. Nienka Kroesen (Nederlandse Loterij)
11:50
Summary & Looking Ahead
Auditorium
Chaired by: Mr. Peter Wilson (Peter Wilson Legal)
Summary & Looking Ahead
Christoph Neubauer, Jeffery Derevensky, Andrew Tottenham, Daniel Grabher, Paul Delfabbro, Ismail Vali, Michael Auer and more!
12:10
Farewell lunch
Restaurant (3rd floor)