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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.
Casino
July 16, 2024
Petersburg Casino Project Maintains Momentum
It only took the Petersburg City Council two and a half minutes to unanimously approve a move asking the Petersburg Circuit Court to sanction a referendum to bring casino gaming to the city. The decisive 7-0 vote occurred Monday morning, marking another vital milestone in the high-profile casino project’s path to fruition. City Officials Wasted […]
Legal
July 15, 2024
Thailand Law Enforcement Takes Decisive Action against Illegal Gambling
In a major crackdown on illegal gambling operations, Thai law enforcement agents have successfully closed more than 200 websites catering to Euro 2024 soccer-related gambling. The operation, aiming to curb the surge in illegal betting activities associated with the wildly popular soccer tournament, uncovered an estimated 2.4 billion baht ($66.3 million) in circulation across black […]
Industry
July 15, 2024
BGC Pledges to Cooperate with the UK’s New Government
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) supported the newly appointed ministers in the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) as the UK government progresses towards finalizing its White Paper reforms on gambling. Lisa Nandy MP has stepped in as the new Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, with Stephanie Peacock MP joining […]
Industry
July 12, 2024
Curaçao Gaming Control Board Reopens Licensing Portal amid Regulatory Changes
The Curaçao Gaming Control Board (GCB) has announced the reopening of its online licensing portal on 15 July 2024, at 00:01 local time, allowing new applications under the current National Ordinance on Games of Hazard (NOOGH) legislation. This development comes as the GCB continues prioritizing applications submitted during the previous application window, which ended on […]
Industry
July 12, 2024
Oklahoma’s Gambling Legislation Stalls amid Stakeholder Disagreements
Oklahoma’s latest attempt to legalize sports betting has encountered a substantial roadblock due to ongoing disagreements between the Governor and the state’s tribes. Despite Governor Kevin Stitt’s public push for sports betting legalization during the last legislative session, there has been little progress, according to Matthew Morgan, chairman of the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association. Tribes […]
Casino
July 11, 2024
Petersburg Reaches Vital Milestone for Casino Project
Petersburg’s bid to host a casino has taken a significant step forward with the approval of the state Lottery Department. The authority certified Petersburg as a casino host city and granted permission to proceed to a local referendum. The next step in the process requires approval from the Petersburg Circuit Court. If things go as […]
Legal
July 11, 2024
Jontay Porter Pleads Guilty to Federal Wire Fraud
Jontay Porter, former center for the Toronto Raptors, pled guilty on Wednesday in federal court to conspiracy to commit wire fraud in a high-profile betting scandal that led to his lifetime ban from the NBA. Porter, released on a $250,000 bond guaranteed by his mother and wife, will face sentencing on 18 December. The Betting […]
Legal
July 10, 2024
Vermont Democrats’ Debit Card Illicitly Used for Sports Betting
The Vermont Democratic Party faced an unfortunate accident, experiencing a fraudulent charge of $925 on its political committee debit card, with the funds later deposited into an account on the sports and fantasy gambling site FanDuel. While political fundraising committees are a prime target for criminals, this is the only known case where stolen money […]
Industry
July 10, 2024
David Power, Co-founder of Paddy Power, Passes Away at 77
David Power, a co-founder of the renowned bookmaker Paddy Power, passed away at 77. Power, who was instrumental in transforming a small Irish betting business into a global powerhouse, died peacefully at the Beacon Hospital in Dublin on Monday. Gaming giant Flutter Entertainment, which owns the Paddy Power brand, also expressed condolences. David Elevated the […]
Legal
July 9, 2024
Legal Battle between DraftKings and Former Head of VIP Reaches New Juncture
The legal dispute between sports betting giant DraftKings and its former head of VIP, Michael Hermalyn, has intensified, with the US Court of Appeals now hearing arguments over whether California or Massachusetts law should govern the case. The legislative differences in these jurisdictions could impact the case’s resolution, motivating this ongoing debate. The Choice of […]
