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Fiona Simmons
Senior 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.
Casino
November 22, 2024
Vallejo City Council Greenlights Controversial Tribal Casino
The Vallejo City Council has decided to pass a resolution that will allow the construction of a new gambling property that will be operated by the Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians of California. Despite certain concerns, proponents argue that the property would generate many new jobs and benefit the local economy. The Meeting Continued […]
Legal
November 21, 2024
Vegas Sex Worker Arrested for Alleged Theft
A Las Vegas sex worker has been arrested for allegedly stealing from a client. According to a report by KLAS, the victim might have been drugged. The Victim Lost Valuable Possessions K.B. is said to have met her alleged victim at Fontainebleau Las Vegas. At roughly 3:15 am on May 19, the two met in […]
Industry
November 21, 2024
Ohio Penalizes DraftKings for Accepting Prohibited Wagers and Payment Methods
Ohio was among the states that banned college player prop betting amid integrity and harassment concerns. Despite the recent prohibition, DraftKings seems to have offered such products past the prohibition date, incurring a six-figure penalty. DraftKings Was Penalized for Accepting College Player Prop Bets On Wednesday, the Ohio Casino Control Commission approved a settlement […]
Industry
November 21, 2024
Nevada Regulation Would Protect Workers from the Summer Heat
Nevada lawmakers have approved the state’s first regulation to protect workers from the heat usually associated with the desert climate. This breakthrough took four years of trial and error and was hailed by activists in the state. The Regulation Was Long Overdue The regulation, now signed into law by the secretary of state’s office, concerns […]
Legal
November 20, 2024
Paralyzed Customer Sues Dotty’s for Misleading Marketing
An elderly woman from Oregon has taken Dotty’s to court after suffering a devastating injury at one of its slot machine parlors in Oregon. According to the complaint the property misguided customers by claiming that it is a safe place for gaming. The Plaintiff Was Left Paralyzed The Gallo Crawford, 64, who is taking Dotty’s […]
Business
November 20, 2024
BC.Game Goes Bankrupt Not Long After $40M Deal with Leicester City
BC.Game, an online gambling operator famous for sponsoring Leicester City FC, could face potential trouble as its parent companies have been declared bankrupt. This announcement comes only four months after the agreement with the soccer club was signed. The Court of Curaçao Declared BC.Game’s Parents Bankrupt According to a report by casinonieuws.nl, the Court of […]
Legal
November 20, 2024
Vegas Man Arrested for Throwing Out Puppies in a Trash Bag
A case of animal cruelty has left Las Vegas shocked as a man found several puppies thrown out in a garbage bag and covered in cleaning products. The case was quickly reported to the police, leading to an arrest. The Animals Were Thrown Away Because Their Owner Couldn’t Care for Them The animals were discovered […]
Insider
November 20, 2024
SGW 2024 and the Impact of Gamification on Responsible Gambling
Gamification has become a crucial aspect of the sector, designed to encourage engagement and increased play. However, it is essential to ensure that these tools do not promote excessive use. David Richardson, Head of Strategic Partnerships at Better Change; Catie Di Stefano, Marketing Director at Smartico; Michal Imiolek, CEO at Wazdan; and Kaska Pysz, Head […]
Legal
November 19, 2024
Evolution Files Motion to Uncover the Identities of Damning Report Authors
Evolution has filed a brief in New Jersey, once again seeking the identity of the group behind an anonymous 2021 report that damaged the company’s reputation. The company, which has insisted that the report’s findings are defamatory and false, has been trying to uncover the identity of its authors ever since. Evolution Continues to Seek […]
Legal
November 19, 2024
Convicted Murderer of Vegas Reporter Appeals Sentence
Robert Telles, a former Clark County administrator believed to be behind the murder of a reporter, has filed an appeal against his conviction. For context, Telles was deemed guilty in August and sentenced to 20 years to life in prison. Now Convicted, Telles Tries to Appeal the Decision Telles is believed to be behind the […]
