The PLATiNUM Ltd consulting partner Andrew Klebanow continues to shape responsible gaming dialogue with evidence‑based analysis. In his latest RG Journal feature, “Up in Smoke: Linking Casino Smoking Bans and Responsible Gaming Progress,” Klebanow highlights a critical yet often overlooked policy lever: how smoking bans can encourage natural breaks in play, reducing the intensity of problem‑gambling behavior. His perspective aligns with ongoing industry discussions on public