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Fiona Simmons
JournalistAlthough Fiona doesn't have a long-spanning background within the gambling industry, she is an incredibly skilled journalist who has built a strong interest in the constantly growing iGaming network. The team at Gambling News is glad to have her on our roster to help deliver the best stories as soon as they hit. Aside from writing, she loves to dabble in online casino games such as slots and roulette, both for her own enjoyment and also as research to better improve her understanding of the industry.
Industry
September 16, 2025
South Korea Reports Disconcerting Increase in Adolescent Gambling Harm
South Korea is experiencing serious issues with youth gambling as cases of addiction among adolescents have spiked, leading to astronomical medical costs. South Korea’s Gripes with Adolescent Gambling Increase According to data by the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service, cases of gambling addiction among adolescents have increased dramatically, soaring from 64 in 2022 to […]
Lottery
September 16, 2025
Lucky Ohio Player Wins $2M Royal Riches Prize
A lucky winner in Ohio has won $2 million from the lottery. Unlike many of his peers, they went with the annuity option and will receive their prize in multiple installments over more than two decades. The Winner Preferred the Annuity Option The winner bought a $30 Royal Riches scratch-off ticket while taking a trip […]
Business
September 16, 2025
MIXI Consolidates Its PointsBet Shareholding, Increasing It to 66.43%
MIXI Australia, the Australian arm of the Japanese tech giant MIXI, has continued to grow its shareholding in PointsBet, highlighting its unwavering intent to acquire the Australian sportsbook despite opposition from rival bidder Betr. The Japanese Tech Giant Continues to Gain Ground MIXI Australia, which recently secured a majority stake in PointsBet, has continued to […]
Business
September 15, 2025
Star Entertainment Says JPMorgan Chase Is No Longer Substantial Shareholder
Australian casino company The Star Entertainment Group Limited has published a new shareholder update, revealing that American multinational finance corporation JPMorgan Chase & Co. and its affiliates have ceased to be substantial shareholders of the company. JPMorgan Chase & Co. Ceases to Be a Substantial Shareholder In an Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) filing, The Star […]
Legal
September 15, 2025
FanDuel to Pay $5M to the Jacksonville Jaguars Following Recent Scandal
Sports betting powerhouse FanDuel is reportedly set to pay $5 million to the Jacksonville Jaguars following a scandal involving the team’s former finance manager, Amit Patel. According to earlier complaints, FanDuel exploited the manager’s problem gambling, without confirming the source of his funds. The Finance Manager Stole Millions from the Team In 2023, Patel pleaded […]
Business
September 12, 2025
Webis Holdings Forms Strategic Partnership with XST Capital Group
Webis Holdings, a prominent operator in licensed international pool wagering, is pleased to announce it has entered a partnership with XST Capital Group (XST), a leading investment bank specializing in the digital gaming sector. Both companies will now focus on advancing strategic opportunities. Webis Holdings and XST Sign Partnership The partnership was initially announced on […]
Lottery
September 12, 2025
Jersey 5 Mints 48th Winner for the Year as Player Grabs $1M
Roughly a week after GamblingNews reported that a New Jersey local had secured a $150,000 jackpot from the lottery’s Jersey Cash 5 game, another player claimed a $1 million prize from the same game. The Winner Secured a Life-Changing Prize According to the lottery’s announcement, a player won the latest Jersey Cash 5 jackpot, taking […]
Industry
September 12, 2025
California Continues to Advance AB 831, SGLA Expresses Frustration
California’s AB 831 has continued to move forward, making the sweepstakes ban it envisions a realistic outcome, despite the industry’s protests. The measure is now heading to the State Assembly, threatening the social casino sector. AB 831 Advances Again AB 831 seeks to end the controversial sweepstakes gaming sector, outlawing dual-currency gaming platforms for good. […]
Industry
September 11, 2025
Hong Kong Officials Give the Green Light to Basketball Betting
Hong Kong has officially passed legislation that would usher in regulated basketball betting, expanding the territory’s legal betting options. A Historic Moment for the Region Earlier this year, Hong Kong lawmakers put forward a proposal for the legalization of basketball betting. The measure, which has now officially passed, will amend the betting laws to allow […]
Industry
September 11, 2025
PointsBet Encourages Shareholders to Back MIXI’s Takeover Offer
PointsBet has once again encouraged its shareholders to accept MIXI Australia’s takeover proposal. In the meantime, the Australian sportsbook reiterated its skepticism about Betr’s rival offer, citing significant risks. PointsBet Prefers MIXI’s Proposal MIXI Australia, the Australian arm of the Japanese tech giant MIXI, has continued the fight for PointsBet, hoping to acquire the sports […]