Now a new gambling bill could become law without consulting the community
MACGH CEO Marlene Warner is raising an important concern about the proposal to introduce HHR machines in Massachusetts: gambling shouldn’t expand without the player health protections to match.
DraftKings faces proposed class-action lawsuit over alleged AI-driven gambling promotions
As artificial intelligence plays a growing role in sports betting, important questions are being raised about how the technology is used and what protections are needed for players.
Connecticut State Representative Christie Carpino Joins MACGH Board of Directors
Read the Press Release regarding Carpino’s appointment.
Massachusetts Lottery went modern with online gambling
“There’s the ability to just place wagers that much faster…”, our CEO Marlene Warner notes in this latest Boston Globe article on Massachusetts iLottery. The piece also highlights player protection tools, including voluntary self-exclusion for those who want to block access to the MA iLottery app.
The Massachusetts State Lottery offers online games
Our CEO, Marlene Warner, highlights in this article that while increased access to online gambling can pose challenges, there are also digital protections for player health such as setting limits, taking breaks, and cooling off periods.
As teen sports betting rises, Mass. rolls out a new classroom lesson
Our team helped build the first‑in‑the‑nation curriculum now reaching students statewide, giving young people the tools to understand the risks, spot warning signs, and make informed choices long before gambling becomes a problem.
Mass. schools doubling down on education to protect boys from gambling problems
As our CEO Marlene Warner told Commonwealth Beacon, “Ads are coming at kids fast and furious.” That’s why early education matters. It gives students the tools to pause, question, and make informed choices long before gambling becomes a problem.
New PlayWell Program to Strengthen Player Health Services in Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health is expanding its commitment to responsible gambling through the new PlayWell program. With trained PlayWell Advisors now on site at MGM Springfield, patrons have access to practical tools, budgeting support, guidance on game features and odds, and confidential assistance designed to help keep gambling safe, informed, and balanced.
Bettors, here’s ‘a sign that you’re probably being scammed’
Super Bowl betting is at an all-time high—but so are the risks. NBC Boston’s latest report features MACGH CEO Marlene Warner sharing crucial tips to keep wagers safe: know the rules of the game, be on the lookout for scams, and use only regulated, legal sites.
As Super Bowl fever — and betting — surge, Kayshon Boutte’s story highlights a growing risk for young people
Super Bowl hype is everywhere — but so are the risks for young people. Marlene Warner breaks down why Kayshon Boutte’s story should be a wake‑up call for all of us. Read her op‑ed in CommonWealth Beacon.