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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 GamblingNews.com 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
March 24, 2023
Australians Ask for Reforms amid Concerning Pokies Harm Rates
Responsible gambling is one of the hot topics of the modern gambling industry as many markets and operators seek to protect players from harm. Australia, according to the BBC, is not doing all that well. According to the news outlet, about 1 in every 100 Australians has some sort of a gambling problem. Much of […]
Industry
March 24, 2023
The Netherlands to Ban Untargeted Gambling Ads Starting July 1
The Netherlands will proceed with its plans to restrict gambling advertising. The harsh measure was announced by Frank Weerwind last summer, with the minister planning to ban the first set of ads on January 1, 2023. However, the ban was eventually delayed because of public consultations regarding the law. Now, Weerwind has announced that the […]
Casino
March 24, 2023
Grand Sierra Resort Visitor Hits $544K Jackpot
The Reno property did not disclose the winner’s full name but identified them as Jessy R. Jessy placed an $8 bet and was about to stop playing when fortune struck and that $8 was turned into the six-figure payout. Jackpots and Privacy Go Hand-in-Hand It Seems Jessy reportedly spent 10 minutes playing on the machine […]
Sports
March 24, 2023
Edict Egaming Inks Partnership with 888casino
The Gauselmann Group-owned casino software developer will leverage Merkur online slots and integrate them with 888casino’s library. There will be 10 Merkur slots that will now be added to the available games, including El Torero, Blazing Star, and Eye of Horus. Adding More Worthwhile Games to the Casino More Merkur games will then be added […]
Sports
March 24, 2023
DAZN Bet Reveals Deal with PFL
Moving forward, the sportsbook will be listed as the official “Bookmaking Partner” for the promotion throughout 2023. The partnership will allow both companies to benefit from each other’s significant presence with sports audiences. Promoting MMA in Europe and Beyond DAZN Bet will leverage official PFL media assets and promote the league across its digital media […]
Business
March 23, 2023
Affiliate Gambling.com Publishes Unaudited Q4 2022 Results
Gambling.com Group, a provider of iGaming digital marketing services, has posted its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter of 2022. The company’s revenue skyrocketed and so did its net income. Gambling.com reported $21.3 million for the period, representing a stellar 107% year-on-year increase from Q4 2021’s $10.3 million. Net income increased to $4.4 million, […]
Industry
March 23, 2023
The Strict Dutch Laws Encourage Illegal Gambling, Affiliates Say
The Dutch market is known for its strict iGaming regulations. However, its uncompromising approach might be a double-edged sword as affiliates say that certain restrictions encourage illegal gambling. In a letter to the Dutch House of Representatives, three affiliate companies, namely Betmanbegins, OddsBeater and CasinoNieuws.nl asked for certain changes. The letter was also signed by […]
Business
March 23, 2023
Rovio Turns Down Playtika’s Acquisition Bid
Playtika, an Israel-based digital entertainment company that develops and publishes mobile games and gambling titles, has wrapped up the negotiations for the acquisition of Rovio. While the latter company, best known for its Angry Birds franchise, will not go through with the deal, it will continue the negotiations with other parties. This news comes in […]
Slots
March 23, 2023
Yggdrasil and ReelPlay Release Big Bucks Buffalo GigaBlox with Bonus Respins
The leading publisher determined to accelerate innovation in the iGaming industry has once again joined ReelPlay to create a Wild West-themed slot featuring the iconic Game Engagement Mechanic. The mechanic can lead to a win of 8,737x the initial stake. Big Bucks Buffalo GigaBlox also introduces a Bonus Respins feature with Mega Coin Symbols. Big […]
Industry
March 23, 2023
NCPG Strengthens Advisory Board with New Members
The company has expanded its Advisory Board with new officers who will be helping the organization better guide policies on responsible gambling in North America. Among the new additions is Christopher Hebert, director of the Gaming Division in the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office. New Appointees Strengthen the NCPG Hebert will step in the position of […]
