The Provincial Institute of Lottery and Casinos (IPLyC) of the Province of Buenos Aires has formalized a new cooperation agreement with the Nexum Foundation to enhance public policies regarding the prevention of gambling addiction.
The alliance was signed by IPLyC President Gonzalo Atanasof and Nexum President Pablo Carrera, aiming to create robust frameworks for early detection and awareness in the digital age.
Confronting the Rise of Illegal Online Gambling
A primary objective of this convention is to address the growth of unauthorized online gambling platforms, which often lack the safeguards found in regulated markets. The regulator has expressed particular concern regarding the exposure of minors to digital gambling environments, a challenge that has accelerated in recent years.
A Multi-Sector Response
The partnership will facilitate a series of interdisciplinary conferences designed to analyze problem gambling from a holistic perspective. Both organizations emphasized that addressing gambling addiction requires a unified effort across several societal pillars:
- Families and Schools: Providing tools for parents and educators to recognize behavioral shifts in younger demographics.
- Judicial and Security: Strengthening the legal response to illegal operators and protecting vulnerable users.
- Healthcare Systems: Ensuring that state institutions are equipped to provide specialized care for those affected by gambling disorders.
Gonzalo Atanasof stated that this agreement provides a “new ally” in reinforcing public policy based on care and coordination with civil society. The ceremony in Buenos Aires was attended by various provincial directors and specialists, highlighting the high-level commitment to ensuring a responsible gaming environment within the province.
