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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
November 23, 2023
Kazakhstan Requires Operators to Provide Reports to the Tax Authority
Kazakhstan parliament members have approved changes to the country’s Tax Code that will require operators to provide reports on the activities of local players. Under the new rules, owners of gambling and lottery companies must submit information about the size of bets players have placed, as well as data on gambling losses and winnings. The […]
Poker
November 23, 2023
Brazilian Poker Professional Tries to Cheat, Gets Suspended
Rafael Caiaffa, а professional poker player from Brazil, has been disqualified from a tournament and suspended from all Brazilian Series of Poker because of a cheating attempt. For reference, the incident occurred on the second day of the LAPT Mystery KO tournament. The BRL 5,000 event saw Caiaffa provided with 100,000 chips when upon registering. […]
Lottery
November 23, 2023
Lucky for Life Player Grabs $390,000 Thanks to a Cashier Mistake
The mistake of a Michigan cashier has resulted in a $390,000 win for an Illinois man. The winner, Michael Sopejstal, was playing the Lucky for Life game but preferred to select the lump-sum payment. Sopejstal, 60, said that he is a regular Lucky for Life player who would always buy a ticket for 10 or […]
Legal
November 22, 2023
Spanish Police Officer Took Crime Scene Money to Gamble, Got a Sentence
A Spanish police officer has been sentenced for embezzling money to gamble. The man will now serve a five-month suspended prison sentence and a 10-month disqualification period. The incident happened in 2020 when the man and his team cracked down on an illegal drug operation. At the scene, the officer and his colleagues seized bags […]
Industry
November 22, 2023
Brazil: Senate Postpones Sports Betting Discussions
Brazil’s Senate has once again pushed back its decision about the future of sports betting. The country has been preparing to launch wagering on sports for some time now but the legislators continue to be indecisive. In addition to the Senate, the Economic Affairs Commission (CAE) delayed its Tuesday meeting to Wednesday, further signifying the […]
Industry
November 22, 2023
Michelle Rowland Believes Banning Gambling Ads in Australia Will Not Be Easy
A week ago, Australia’s House of Representatives approved the ban on using credit cards to gamble online. However, another much-discussed ban, the ban on gambling advertisements, might prove to be a trickier matter. Michelle Rowland, Australia’s communications minister, commented on the matter, saying that the implementation of such a ban might prove to be very […]
Legal
November 22, 2023
Man Fatally Shot at Osage Casino & Hotel Parking Lot
The Osage Casino & Hotel in Bartlesville, Oklahoma has become the site of a deadly shooting after an alleged car thief was shot trying to escape. In his escape attempt, the thief began dragging a tribal police officer who was holding onto the vehicle, prompting a deadly shot from a bystander. According to reports, at […]
Industry
November 21, 2023
South Korea Struggles to Treat the Rising Number of Young iGaming Addicts
South Korea is seeing a concerning rise in gambling among teenagers. While iGaming is strictly prohibited in the country, young players often find ways to circumvent the rules and restrictions. Unfortunately, the rise of online gambling among younger players also means that addiction treatment institutions are struggling to provide services to all affected players. In […]
Industry
November 21, 2023
Philippines Crack Down on AEPs in the Wake of POGO Trafficking Incident
The Philippine authorities continue the crackdown on Philippine Online Gaming Operator-related crime. Previously, authorities busted an illegal POGO operation that was involved in human trafficking and found that a number of local police workers may have been involved. In the wake of the raid, the Philippine Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) will undergo a […]
Industry
November 21, 2023
VGA Seeks to Set up Timor-Leste as the Next Big iGaming Hub
Timor-Leste might be the next global hub for online gaming licensing and professional support services. According to reports, the small island country is keen on tapping into what the sector has to offer. For reference, Timor-Leste is an island nation mostly situated in the eastern part of Timor Island. Neighboring Australia and Indonesia, the small […]
