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Fiona Simmons's latest articles
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.
Business
May 2, 2024
Bally’s to Open Chicago Casino on Time, Doesn’t Plan to Rush Tropicana’s Redevelopment
Bally’s Corporation, which just posted its Q1 results, commented on its plans for the future. According to the company, its permanent Chicago casino should welcome its first guests by Q3 2026, despite the struggles. In the meantime, Bally’s will not rush the redevelopment of the Tropicana site. The gambling company addressed these issues during its […]
Business
May 1, 2024
Nick Hughes Becomes Bet365’s New CPO of Gaming
Gambling giant bet365 has named the experienced Nick Hughes as its new chief product officer of gaming. Hughes confirmed his appointment on LinkedIn, sharing his excitement about the new position. The newly-promoted appointee is no stranger to bet365’s business and has served the company for almost a decade now. Hughes joined the gambling powerhouse in […]
Industry
May 1, 2024
UKGC Unveils Extensive Changes to Enhance Safety and Consumer Choice
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has announced widespread changes to bolster safety measures and enhance consumer choice in the gambling sector. These changes, aligned with the government’s white paper on gambling reform for the digital age, will be implemented in four stages between August 2024 and February 2025. New Features Prioritize Gambling Harm Prevention Among […]
Industry
May 1, 2024
Jackpocket’s Powerball Market Share Increased in March
Jackpocket has published information about its performance in March, saying that it has been the single most successful month in its history. America’s number one lottery app also noted that an unprecedented number of people participated in Powerball via the Jackpocket app. Jackpocket also reported experiencing its third-highest week in terms of order numbers and […]
Industry
May 1, 2024
Gambling Felony Might Ruin an Aspiring Treasurer’s Bid for Office
Past involvement in illegal gambling could spell the end of an aspiring treasurer’s bid for office. Billy Joy of Terre Haute hopes to become Vigo County’s next treasurer but might turn out to be ineligible for the position because of his past engagement in unauthorized gambling. Local news outlets were tipped off about the aspiring […]
Casino
May 1, 2024
Catalan Parties Fail to Reach a Consensus on the Hard Rock Casino Project
The Catalan parliament continues to discuss the Hard Rock casino plans over ten years after the project was announced. Parties are yet to reach a consensus on the matter, the Catalan News reported. The Hard Rock casino project envisions the construction of a casino-hotel complex in Vila-seca and Salou, Tarragona, in the vicinity of the […]
Industry
May 1, 2024
Alabama Advances Gaming Bill, Discards Sports Betting
Alabama’s lawmakers continue to advance the latest gambling bill, hoping to expand the state’s industry. However, sports betting will not cut it. House Bill 151 seeks to expand gaming across the board, authorizing casino gambling and sports betting in the state. The measure also envisions the creation of a state lottery. Under the proposal, Alabama […]
Casino
April 30, 2024
Caesars Turns to Seasoned Veteran as New Member of Board of Directors
Kim Harris Jones is joining the company’s Board of Directors effective from April 29, but still subject to customary regulatory requirements, and she is touted for her in-depth understanding of leadership and steering businesses towards long-term goals. Influential Leader Joins as 10th Caesars Board Member She brings a deep understanding of finance as well as […]
Sports
April 30, 2024
DraftKings Takes the Cake in New York in a Single Week
The data shows that DraftKings was able to pull in a total of $27.3 million in terms of sports gambling revenue, half of the market total more or less. DraftKings posted a hold level of 14.6% on the $187.1 million wagered with the platform during the week and set a new record for itself. DraftKings […]
Casino
April 30, 2024
Ukraine Goes after Illegal Gambling Operators Tied to Russia
Ukraine is on the offensive once again with the Ukrainian Prosecutor’s General Office launching a new investigation into online gambling platforms that have been operating illegally and are tied to Russia. At the onset of the 2022 war, which Russia declared on its neighbor, Ukraine sought to stem the tide of cash outflow that could […]
