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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
October 10, 2023
NJ Online Casinos Remain the Biggest Gambling Tax Contributor
The rise of online gambling in New Jersey continues, as demonstrated by the recent revenue results. The vertical continues to be a major tax contributor and, according to a PlayNJ report, has surpassed the taxes produced by the nine Atlantic City casinos for the last three years. For example, data from the NJ Division of […]
Lottery
October 9, 2023
Lucky Texan Lottery Player Wins $360M Mega Millions Jackpot
A lucky Texan has grabbed the $360 million Mega Millions jackpot, becoming the recipient of the largest prize a Texas Lottery player has ever gotten. The player, who is yet to claim their prize as of the time of this writing, is said to have purchased the ticket at a convenience store near Sam’s Club […]
Industry
October 9, 2023
Arizona Veterans Accuse State Agencies of Aggressive Bingo Inspections
Arizona veterans are opposed to state inspections of the bingo sector, claiming that the government wants to penalize organizations using bingo technological aids (BTAs). Agents are trying to refute these claims and convince opponents that they are only cracking down on illegal bingo machines. BTAs are electronic bingo cards that make it easier for disabled […]
Casino
October 6, 2023
S&P Global Says Australian Operators Shouldn’t Count on Chinese Tourists for Revenue
Australia’s casino gaming market has long depended on rich Chinese tourists for some extra income. With gambling prohibited in most of China, Australia has long been a preferred destination for gambling tourism. However, China’s recent hurdles with COVID forced this revenue stream to shut down for a while. While the zero-COVID policy is no more […]
Legal
October 5, 2023
Caliplay Launches Legal Proceedings Seeking to Annul the Partnership with Playtech
The conflict between Caliplay and Playtech continues, as the former party undertook legal action in an effort to cancel its relationship with the supplier. A joint venture of Playtech and Caliente, a Mexican gambling company, Caliplay is actively trying to cut its ties to Playtech, which continues to affect its business. The development follows earlier […]
Industry
October 5, 2023
Betfair Bettors Believe Rishi Sunak May Lose 201+ Seats
Betfair, an international betting exchange that offers wagering on politics, said that British bettors believe the Conservatives are losing their momentum. According to statistics, customers believe that the party may lose a whopping 201 seats or more at the next general election. While Betfair customers wouldn’t be necessarily right, they have previously correctly predicted certain […]
Industry
October 4, 2023
Australian MPs Call for Parliamentary Inquiry into Gambling Advertising
Australian MPs are concerned about the rising number of young people seeking professional help for their gambling problems. As reported by The Guardian, this number has increased by 16% in the last year, demonstrating the dangers of exposure to gambling content from a young age. Guardian Australia interviewed young people in the country and found […]
Legal
October 4, 2023
MA Woman Sentenced to Probation for Appropriating $50,000 for Casino Trips
An American woman was sentenced on a single count of federal wire fraud for appropriating money to fund personal gambling trips. At first, the woman had tried to deny the accusations but she eventually agreed to a plea deal. Cheryl Sullivan, 69, was found guilty of defrauding Woonsocket out of $49,156 and spending the money […]
Industry
October 3, 2023
Taylor Swift’s Rumored Relationship with Travis Kelce Causes an Avalanche of Wagers
Celebrity singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has once again demonstrated her cultural influence by prompting an avalanche of wagers for Travis Kelce, whom she is rumored to date. Kelce is a National Football League star, currently playing as a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs. According to wagering operators, bets on the player have more than […]
Legal
October 3, 2023
British Man Embezzled £1.85М to Give to Lottery Fraudsters
Hugh Lansdell, a British lawyer who siphoned his clients’ money into a fraudulent lottery scheme, will serve four years in prison. The man was firmly convinced that he had won a jackpot and intended to return the money, only to realize that he had been the victim of a scam. The 74-year-old was a devout […]
