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Deyan Dimitrov
WriterDeyan is an experienced writer, analyst, and seeker of forbidden lore. He has approximate knowledge about many things, which he is always willing to apply when researching and preparing his articles. With a degree in Copy-editing and Proofreading, Deyan is able to ensure that his work writing for Gambling News is always up to scratch.
Industry
July 23, 2024
Philippine President Bans POGOs amidst Rising Concerns
In a decisive blow to the country’s nascent offshore gambling industry, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos instituted a blanket ban on all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) on Monday. The move cracks down on an online sector dominated by Chinese firms, plagued with unlicensed activities and links to organized crime. China Has Been Urging for a […]
Poker
July 22, 2024
WSOP Champion Jonathan Tamayo Faces Rising Controversy
Professional poker player Jonathan Tamayo of Texas recently won the WSOP Main Event, earning a payday of $10 million. However, this victory was blemished by controversy after he got caught looking at simulators mid-tournament, giving the poker community cause for concern and highlighting the need for improved rules regarding using third-party tools. Tamayo Did Not […]
Legal
July 22, 2024
FBI Arrests UK Teen Connected to MGM Resorts Hack
A 17-year-old from Walsall, UK, is under police custody as part of a global cybercrime probe aimed at hacking groups that targeted high-profile gambling operators, including MGM Resorts in the US. The arrest came on Thursday, 18 July, as part of a massive multi-agency operation by the West Midlands Regional Organised Crime Unit, the National […]
Industry
July 19, 2024
Nassau County Residents Rally Against Las Vegas Sands Casino
On Thursday, Nassau County residents and community leaders gathered in protest against plans to establish the second-largest casino in the United States within their community. This rally comes on the heels of the unanimous vote by the Nassau Planning Commission to transfer control of the Nassau Coliseum to Las Vegas Sands, marking a vital step […]
Business
July 19, 2024
Evolution Reports Mixed Q2 Results Amidst Strategic Shift
Live casino giant Evolution has reported mixed results for Q2 2024, reflecting high growth in its live segment but slow performance in its RNG division. Despite rising investor uncertainty following the report, Evolution CEO Martin Carlesund remained optimistic, highlighting several positive developments that should lead to long-term gains and cement the company’s leadership position. Many […]
Industry
July 18, 2024
Washington D.C.’s Online Sports Betting Market Launches after a Minor Hiccup
Wednesday was a significant milestone for Washington D.C. as Fan Duel, which previously enjoyed a monopoly in the city, is now joined by BetMGM and Caesars Sportsbook. The District had to wait for the ratification of the fiscal year 2025 budget to continue sports operations, causing unintended disruptions for operators. D.C. Online Sports Betting Had […]
Industry
July 18, 2024
Saxony-Anhalt Court Gives the Thumbs Up to GGL’s Streaming Ban
Germany’s Saxony-Anhalt Higher Administrative Court supported banning streamers that promote unlicensed gambling to people in the country. The decision by the court affirms Gemeinsamen Glücksspielbehörde der Länder’s (GGL) earlier ban on an influential German streamer. The decision was welcomed by GGL board member Ronald Benter who said that this marks a huge milestone in the […]
Industry
July 17, 2024
New Jersey Announces June 2024 Gaming Industry Results
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGI) released its newest gambling industry financial report for June 2024. The total gaming revenue for New Jersey’s nine casino hotel properties settled at $244.1 million, a modest increase of 1.0% compared to $241.6 million reported in June 2023. Year-to-date win stood at $1.36 billion, consistent with last […]
Casino
July 17, 2024
Jamul Casino Hotel Tower Project Nears Completion
The Jamul Indian Village Development Corporation (JIVDC), a wholly-owned enterprise of the Jamul Indian Village Tribe, celebrated another monumental step in the construction of Jamul Casino’s new 16-story hotel tower with a topping-off ceremony that included the placement of the final beam onto the structure. This milestone will set the stage for a spring 2025 […]
Legal
July 16, 2024
Philippine Police Hunt Mayor Accused of Espionage and Running Fake Casinos
Alice Guo, the Mayor of Bamban town in the Philippines, is now a fugitive, facing serious allegations of being a Chinese spy and running fake casinos. According to a recent BBC article, authorities have issued an arrest warrant for Guo. However, she has gone into hiding, evading law enforcement and bolstering suspicions regarding her involvement […]
