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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.
Poker
October 26, 2023
PokerStars Joins Forces with Next Gen Poker as NAPT Looms
PokerStars US has unveiled collaborations with notable YouTube celebrities just in time for the North American Poker Tour (NAPT). Leveraging the recognizable faces of the Next Gen Poker team, the company will be able to promote its events and products to poker enthusiasts. “It’s Time to Shake Things Up” According to the announcement, PokerStars will […]
Sports
October 25, 2023
Tonali Likely to Be Suspended Following the Match versus Borussia Dortmund
The soccer gambling scandal in Italy continues with Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali reportedly set to receive a suspension from competing. Tonali and other players, including Nicolo Zniolo and Nicolo Fagioli, were found guilty of betting on sports, breaching Article 24 of the Sporting Justice Code. Reports say that Tonali will be allowed to compete […]
Legal
October 25, 2023
Former Australian MP Jailed for Gambling with Taxpayer Money
Former Australian MP Russell Northe was slapped with a prison sentence after using his position to gamble with taxpayer money. The court handed the ex-politician a 21-month sentence in spite of his ongoing mental health problems. Northe is a former Victorian MP who became a member of the Nationals’ parliament in 2006. However, he left […]
Business
October 25, 2023
GLPI Reportedly Mulls over Further Investment in Oakland A’s Vegas Stadium
Gaming and Leisure Properties (GLPI), a Wyoming-based real estate investment trust specializing in casino properties, might consider boosting its investment in a Las Vegas baseball stadium. The stadium in question will be on the site of Tropicana Las Vegas and has already secured $175 million from the company. This information comes from Mitch Germain, a […]
Industry
October 24, 2023
BroThrow Implies ESPN Bet Imitated Its Logo
ESPN Bet, a joint venture between ESPN and Penn Entertainment, recently unveiled its logo. The reveal preceded the launch of the highly anticipated betting platform, meaning to pump fans up about the upcoming rollout. However, a startup betting company alleges that ESPN might have taken inspiration from its logo. BroThrow, a peer-to-peer social betting exchange […]
Industry
October 24, 2023
Colombia’s Coljuegos Proposes New Rules on Gambling Advertisement
Colombia may soon introduce new regulations on gambling advertisement. Under a bill proposed by Coljuegos on September 29, the body will become the official regulator of licensed gambling ads and marketing campaigns. In addition to establishing Coljuegos as the new marketing regulator for gambling ads, the proposal would also introduce new rules on what operators […]
Industry
October 24, 2023
Rep. Griffith Once Again Proposes Raising Missouri’s $2 Casino Admission Tax
Missouri seeks to support veterans by raising the state’s casino admission fees. Under a measure proposed by State Representative Dave Griffith, the fee, currently standing at $2, would be raised by a dollar or more. The extra money from the raised taxes will help veterans’ nursing homes that support people who have served their country. […]
Industry
October 23, 2023
Project Turnabout Promotes Services as Minnesota Considers Legalizing Betting
Several years after the repeal of the PASPA, Minnesota might be next in line for legalizing sports betting. The prospects of another wagering vertical, however, sparked worries among people struggling with gambling harm and treatment organizations. StarTribune, a Minnesota-focused news outlet, spoke with a woman it referred to as Teri on the matter. A former […]
Industry
October 23, 2023
Norway Proceeds with DNS Blocking Plans
Norway continues its efforts to protect its gambling monopoly from foreign competition. To that end, the government has now proposed legislation that would introduce DNS blocking. Norway is one of the few European countries that have yet to introduce a licensing model. Instead, the Nordic state continues to maintain its gambling monopoly, only allowing Norsk […]
Industry
October 23, 2023
Australian Youth Stole $2,800 from His Girlfriend to Gamble
Australia’s gambling harm woes continue, with a recent case highlighting the seriousness of the problem among young people. As reported by The Guardian, a 22-year-old man stole thousands of dollars from his girlfriend to gamble, jeopardizing their relationship. The young man’s mother, referred to as Wendy, spoke with the news outlet about how the addition […]
