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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.
Industry
April 19, 2024
Brazil Rejects Betting Bonuses as Regulatory Policymaking Continues
Brazil’s new regulatory framework would prohibit gambling incentives, such as bonuses and free bets. The new rule is outlined in the new guidelines, published by Brazil’s Ministry of Finance through its Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA). In addition to prohibiting certain payment methods, such as cryptocurrencies, cash and credit cards, the new framework makes […]
Lottery
April 19, 2024
UK National Lottery Winners Support Baby Charity’s Efforts
Winning the lottery is great but being able to help others is even greater. The BBC has spoken with a number of lottery winners who highlighted the importance of giving back. Two Families Supported a Charity’s Efforts The British news outlet spoke with winners who backed the efforts of Baby Basics, a Lowestoft-based charity that […]
Legal
April 18, 2024
Vegas Policeman-Turned-Sex-Offender Runs Away
A former Las Vegas police officer who was accused of sexual misconduct in 2023 is on the run. The defendant, Wendell Phillips, was expected to appear in Clark County District Court on April 11 to face charges but he never showed up. A warrant for his arrest has now been issued. Phillips was arrested in […]
Legal
April 18, 2024
DraftKings Lands in Court over Promotion of “Risk-Free” Bets
Gambling and betting giant DraftKings has found itself in hot water because of its promotion of “risk-free” bets in New York. A class action filed in the Southern District of New York on April 17 accuses the operator of deceptive advertising. The lawsuit was initiated by Samantha Guery through Reese LLP, a professional law firm. […]
Sports
April 18, 2024
Missouri Pro-Betting Campaign Has Collected 300K Signatures
Winning for Missouri Education, a campaign that seeks to legalize sports betting and generate more taxes for schools in the state, has reached a significant milestone. According to a spokesperson, the campaign has now collected over 300,000 signatures, nearing its goal. The campaign still has a month before its official deadline. Winning for Missouri Education […]
Industry
April 17, 2024
idPair Prepares to Launch National Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program
idPair, an award-winning company that centralizes, anonymizes, and analyzes customer data, has unveiled the upcoming launch of The National Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program (NVSEP). The program is expected to launch in New England this summer and expand west and south in the next few months. The NVSEP is based on two core concepts. The first is […]
Legal
April 17, 2024
Houston Fraudsters Gambled with Stolen Money
A couple from Houston has gambled away tens of thousands of dollars it got from clients of its construction company without finishing the work it was supposed to do. The family would come up with all kinds of lies, going as far as to claim that the husband, Aleck Miller, had had a heart attack. […]
Industry
April 17, 2024
Connecticut Bill to Legalize Collegiate Bets and Introduce Stricter Regulations
Connecticut lawmakers are looking to expand the available betting markets while introducing stricter restrictions. The measure, outlined in File No 271, would completely change how wagering is regulated, aligning Connecticut to other stricter markets. For example, the bill would prevent marketers from featuring celebrities and minors in gambling ads. Additionally, the bill would prohibit sports […]
Industry
April 17, 2024
New Hampshire Passes HB 1203, Prevents Casinos from Charging Charities Rent
New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu has passed a new legislation that would prevent the charging of rent to nonprofits that benefit from gambling at charity casinos. The change, outlined in House Bill 1203, comes in the wake of complaints from the charity sector. According to leaders of nonprofit organizations, the rents casino operators charged them […]
Industry
April 16, 2024
Gov. Youngkin’s Amendments Do Not Sit Well with Skill Gaming Supporters
Supporters of skill gaming in Virginia believe that Governor Glenn Youngkin’s latest amendments to the General Assembly’s recent legislation will hurt small businesses. For context, the governor rewrote a significant portion of the measure. Under the amended law, skill games would be prohibited within 35 miles of commercial casinos or sports betting facilities. Additionally, Youngkin […]
