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Fiona Simmons
Senior JournalistFiona covers the betting and casino sectors, focusing her reporting on operational shifts within land-based markets. Drawing from a background in hospitality management, she investigates how physical venues adapt to modern demands—from cashless gaming floors to omnichannel VIP integrations. Her on-the-ground insights help executives navigate the technological and economic realities transforming brick-and-mortar casinos.
Casino
May 13, 2026
Hard Rock Bet Casino Player in New Jersey Wins State’s First Mega Jackpot
A lucky player in New Jersey has made history after winning almost $2 million from one of Hard Rock Bet Casino’s slot games. What made the win truly special, however, was the fact that this was the first such jackpot to land. The First Hard Rock Bet Casino Mega Jackpot in NJ The winner was […]
Industry
May 13, 2026
UK Unveils Details About the Responsibilities of Its Illegal Gambling Taskforce
The UK government provided further insights into the responsibilities of its newly created Illegal Gambling Taskforce. This comes as the UK Gambling Commission seeks a new head of illegal markets. The Government Revealed Details About the Taskforce The Illegal Gambling Taskforce was launched earlier this year as the government sought to challenge the growing black […]
Business
May 12, 2026
Waterhouse VC Secures Option to Buy Stake in Spinlab Studio
Waterhouse VC, an Australian investment fund specializing in global publicly listed and private businesses operating in wagering and gaming, has secured a three-year option to acquire a stake in Spinlab Studio, a no-code iGaming platform allowing clients to build, launch, and scale their own platforms. Waterhouse Could Acquire a Non-Controlling Stake in the Company Waterhouse […]
Legal
May 11, 2026
Soccer Players in Hot Water Due to Match-Fixing
Two soccer players have found themselves in hot water due to their participation in the manipulation of games. One betting agent has also been convicted with them. The Trio Was Convicted of Match-Fixing The individuals in question include soccer athletes Brian Fok and Luciano da Silva, as well as betting agent Waheed Mohammad. Fok is […]
Business
May 8, 2026
Wynn Plans New Macau Hotel Due to High Wynn Palace Occupancy
Wynn Resorts unveiled plans for a new hotel in Macau, citing the high occupancy rates of its existing Cotai property. The new building will feature 432 rooms and is expected to be completed in early 2029. The New Tower Will Add 432 Rooms The new project was announced alongside the company’s Q1 results. The new […]
Industry
May 8, 2026
Virginia to Expand Problem Gambling Advisory Committee Amid Spike in Harm
Virginia authorities are considering upping the ante on the problem gambling advisory committee amid rising concerns about the state’s gambling harm rates. Experts emphasized that problem gambling is associated with high suicide rates, making it an especially important harm to address. Virginia’s Problem Gambling Grievances Are Serious Virginia authorities and health experts are wary of […]
Casino
May 6, 2026
Reports Say Iran War Could Disrupt the Wynn Al Marjan Island Project Schedule
Wynn Resorts’ Wynn Al Marjan Island resort plans could be jeopardized by the ongoing war in Iran. This would not be the first time the conflict has proven disruptive to this project, either. Wynn Al Marjan Island Project Might Experience Delays According to a report by Bloomberg, a person familiar with the matter said that […]
Casino
May 5, 2026
TheScore Casino Player Wins $1.4M Jackpot on $0.80 Bet
TheScore Casino, an online gambling operator in Ontario, announced that an incredibly lucky player has turned a $0.80 spin into a $1.4 million payday after playing one of its slot games. The win happened thanks to the DropZone progressive jackpot mechanic, which awarded the casino’s largest prize so far. The Biggest Prize in TheScore Casino […]
Industry
May 5, 2026
The Netherlands Mulls Over Further Gambling Ad Restrictions
The Netherlands is eyeing potential restrictions on gambling ads after officials acknowledged that the current measures might be insufficient. However, critics said that further restrictions would benefit black market operators while making the regulated industry less competitive. Lawmakers Acknowledged Self-Exclusion Shortcomings The Netherlands previously outlawed untargeted gambling ads, but some lawmakers believe that they must […]
Lottery
May 5, 2026
Aussie Man Wins $1.5M, Plans Retirement & Voyage
A man from Lynbrook, Victoria, announced that he plans to retire after winning a seven-figure sum from the recent TattsLotto draw. The winner said that he felt fantastic and was planning to travel the country with his winnings. The Man Said That He Could Hardly Believe His Luck The Saturday TattsLotto drawing resulted in a […]
