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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
March 28, 2024
North Carolina Posts $200M in Handle in the First Week of Betting
The recent launch of online sports betting in North Carolina is proving to be a success. Statistics from the Tar Heel State show that almost $200 million has been wagered in the week following the launch. The preliminary online betting figures were disclosed by the North Carolina State Lottery Commission, which said that NC bettors […]
Poker
March 27, 2024
BetMGM Poker to Host Online Qualifiers for Borgata Spring Poker Open
MGM has selected its BetMGM Poker platform as the exclusive platform for online qualifiers for the Borgata Spring Poker Open tournament. This allows online players to challenge others for a shot at the $4 million event in New Jersey. From April 1, poker enthusiasts will be able to register for the event and join $5 […]
Industry
March 27, 2024
CAMH Believes Ontario Should Further Restrict Gambling Ads
Canada’s Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) believes that the Ontario government should protect public health by restricting gambling ads. In its latest Gambling Policy Framework document, the organization suggested that the government should limit the availability of games of chance, introduce obligatory safeguards and bolster gambling harm education and prevention. As reported by […]
Industry
March 27, 2024
ANJ Takes Action against Operators’ Anti-Consumer Terms
The Autorité Nationale des Jeux, France’s gambling regulator, continues its fight against anti-consumer practices. In its later crackdown, the ANJ evaluated operators’ terms and conditions to make sure that they didn’t allow them to limit bets without a valid reason. For reference, operators are only allowed to limit player bets in order to prevent problem […]
Lottery
March 26, 2024
Lottoland Grabs German Lottery License after Years of Regulatory Trouble
Lottoland’s German subsidiary, Lottoland Deutschland, has secured a license from the Gemeinsamen Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL) to offer its lottery products in Germany. The company, which is now been whitelisted by the regulator, is set to secure additional licenses in the near future. Lottoland’s Germany-facing business was founded in 2020 and will finally reach customers […]
Industry
March 26, 2024
Fraudsters Charged after Handing in Invalid Signatures on Casino Petitions in Florida
Florida authorities identified false signatures on recent casino-related petitions. This led to the arrest of one man and the search of two others. The case was investigated by a number of bodies, including the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Florida Department of State Office of Election Crimes and Security and the Palm Beach County Supervisor […]
Sports
March 26, 2024
Shohei Ohtani Says He Never Bet on Sports, Was Unaware of Mizuhara’s Habits
Shohei Ohtani, a professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers, commented on the recent controversy involving his interpreter and friend, Ippei Mizuhara. For reference, the latter man was recently fired amid a serious gambling offense. Ohtani’s longtime interpreter and friend was accused of transferring a whopping $4.5 million from the baseball star’s […]
Industry
March 26, 2024
UK MP Involved in Gambling Lobbying Scandal Resigns
Tory MP Scott Benton has decided to resign, saying that he has always sought to protect Blackpool’s best interests. His departure comes a year after a gambling lobbying scandal. For reference, Benton was suspended from the parliament after he was accused of lobbying efforts. Back in early 2023, the Blackpool South MP was approached by […]
Legal
March 25, 2024
Casino Thieves Face Charges and Prosecution; NC Police Raid Illegal Dens
A man in a motorized wheelchair has stolen $5,000 from another guest at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The incident occurred on March 8 but was only made public last Friday. According to the local reports, the victim was playing slot games at the Pittsburgh property. After cashing out and placing his money in his pocket, […]
Business
March 22, 2024
Nevada Fines Riverside Casino for Excessive Use of Force by Security Staff
The Nevada Gaming Commission has issued a fine of $500,000 to Riverside Resort & Casino for two cases of excessive use of force by the Laughlin property’s security staff. Most of the people involved in the violence have been since fired. As outlined in a complaint filed by the casino, the first case occurred in […]
