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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 16, 2024
UK to Raise Affordability Checks Thresholds, According to Rumors
The UK government is considering increasing the threshold for affordability checks, according to a report by NEXT.io. The news outlet discussed this with a person familiar with the matter who said that the government will announce an interim industry code featuring increased thresholds later this week. The affordability checks are a controversial measure outlined in […]
Lottery
April 16, 2024
Mega Millions Ticket Price to Increase from $2 to $5, Reports Claim
Mega Millions’ head honchos are considering raising the price of the tickets, according to reports. While still unofficial, anonymous sources told Lottery Geeks that the price is expected to skyrocket from $2 to $5. While people familiar with the matter were convinced that this decision was “about as close to final as it can be,” […]
Legal
April 15, 2024
Macau Law Would Exempt Illegal Gambling Snitches from Prosecution
Macau would exempt minor gambling offenders from prosecution if they provide evidence against others. As per the revolutionary new law, the special administrative region would send such informants away with a pat on the shoulder or at least a reduced fine. The new law aligns with Macau’s ambition to prevent illegal gambling and crack down […]
Industry
April 15, 2024
Harm Mitigation Places Some Onus on the Individual Too, DraftKings’ CEO Says
Jason Robins, chief executive officer of the American gambling giant DraftKings, has suggested that not all responsibility to overcome gambling addiction lies with the operators. While he acknowledged the companies’ important role in the process, he remained firm that there is also “some onus on the individual.” In an interview with Fortune, Robins talked about […]
Industry
April 12, 2024
Delaware Bill Could Usher in a Competitive Online Betting Market
Delaware lawmakers are seeking to expand the state’s online wagering sector and make it more competitive. Under House Bill 365, the state’s casinos would be able to partner with multiple online partners. The measure was introduced by State Reps. Franklin Cooke and William Bush who argue that a competitive market would generate more state revenue. […]
Business
April 11, 2024
BlueBet Confirms Historic Merger with Betr
The merger between BlueBet and Betr is now a fact. After months of speculation and rumors, the former company confirmed the acquisition on the ASX. Under the agreement, Betr’s parent company, the Tripp Group, will receive a majority of shares in BlueBet. The merger will benefit both companies in different ways. BlueBet will be able […]
Sports
April 11, 2024
A&W Capital CEO Highlights the Importance of Integrity to Betting
The integrity of the sport is the key to the wagering industry’s success according to Matthew Wheeler, the founder and chief executive of A&W Capital. In an interview with CNBC, he shared his opinions on what makes sports betting tick and what truly engages players. According to Wheeler, the fan “has to believe” in the […]
Sports
April 11, 2024
Raptors’ Porter Risks Permanent Ban if Betting Allegations Are True
Yesterday, NBA commissioner Adam Silver warned that Toronto Raptors’ Jontay Porter may be banned permanently if the recent gambling allegations are correct. For reference, the forward was accused of multiple instances of betting irregularities. Silver explained that wagering on the league’s own games is a “cardinal sin” in the NBA, which is why the “ultimate, […]
Industry
April 11, 2024
NSW’s First Cashless Gaming Trial Did Not Have a Significant Impact
The cashless gambling trial in New South Wales has already started but critics are not happy with the results. Initially launched at Wests New Lambton, a club in Newcastle’s Hunter region, the trial ran from October 2022 until June. Unfortunately, the statistics failed to impress the opponents of cashless gaming. The new technology, which some […]
Legal
April 10, 2024
Casino-Related Crime: Drunk Casino Goers Crash Car; Domestic Offender Gets Jail Time
From women who got into a fight at a casino while their children waited for them alone, to an offender who assaulted another at a casino hotel room, here are some of the latest cases of crime in the United States. Drunk Women Fight at a Casino, Crash Car into a Game Club Two women […]
