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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.
Business
February 2, 2026
Novomatic Extends Ainsworth Acquisition One Last Time
Ainsworth Game Technology Limited, an Australia-based gaming provider, announced that its planned acquisition by NOVOMATIC has been postponed once again. The M&A arrangement between the two companies has so far been bumpy, reflecting significant disagreements between representatives of the two parties. The Deal’s Deadline Has Been Extended Once Again In a filing submitted on the […]
Sports
February 2, 2026
China Cracks Down on Soccer Teams Due to Match-Fixing
The Chinese Football Association (CFA) has cracked down on instances of match-fixing in an attempt to safeguard the sport’s integrity and prevent fraud. As a result, the association’s Disciplinary and Ethics Committee issued a variety of point and monetary penalties to several teams. CFA Disciplines 13 Soccer Teams In its latest disciplinary wave, the CFA […]
Legal
February 2, 2026
Las Vegas Police Uncover What They Believe Could Be a Bio Lab
The police in Las Vegas have raided a local neighborhood, discovering evidence of what they described as a “possible biological laboratory.” The discovery led to a single arrest, authorities confirmed. Analyzing the Bio Material Could Take Weeks Officials stated that the raid took place at around 6 am on Saturday and was conducted in partnership […]
Business
February 2, 2026
DraftKings Sportsbook Adopts Crypto-to-Cash in Four States
DraftKings announced that players in four select states will soon be able to use cryptocurrencies to fuel their sports betting accounts. This represents a significant step for DraftKings and a major development for crypto enthusiasts. DraftKings Adopts Crypto Deposit Option The addition of crypto payment options to DraftKings’ platform was confirmed at the recent Massachusetts […]
Industry
January 30, 2026
Jackpot.com Secures $10M from Discerning Capital, Seeks US Growth
Jackpot.com, a leading independent lottery courier service, has secured extra funding that will allow it to continue to expand its presence in the US. The company currently operates in 7 states and is looking forward to launching in additional ones. Jackpot.com Seeks Growth in the US The announcement confirmed that Jackpot.com has secured a $10 […]
Casino
January 29, 2026
Penn Adds Spa to Riverboat Replacement Casino in Illinois
American gaming giant Penn Entertainment announced that its new property in Illinois will include a state-of-the-art luxury spa. The facility will be operated by Drift Spa and will be the company’s second such location. Penn Set to Bring the Aurora Ashore For context, Penn Entertainment is currently hard at work building its Hollywood Aurora casino. […]
Legal
January 29, 2026
California Busts Illegal Casino, Arrests Two
The police in San Jose, California, have put a stop to an illegal gambling operation located inside a warehouse. The crackdown led to the arrests of two people and the recovery of unlicensed gaming equipment and other items. San Jose Snuffs Out Illegal Gambling Den The raid on the venue was the culmination of a […]
Industry
January 28, 2026
Entain Withdraws Long-Standing Cheltenham Festival Sponsorships Due to Tax Hurdles
Britain’s recent gaming tax changes continue to rock the gambling sector, forcing companies to adapt in a variety of ways, including dropping some of their partnership agreements. One of the most recent developments saw Entain withdraw its Coral brand’s sponsorship of The Coral Cup, a part of the Cheltenham Festival. The Tax and Statutory Levy […]
Legal
January 28, 2026
Churchill Downs Strikes Back Against Maine’s Tribal iGaming
Maine’s decision to grant local tribes exclusive rights to offer online casino gaming does not sit well with Churchill Downs, judging from the operator’s decision to challenge the law in court. The company argued that online gaming would undermine brick-and-mortar casinos, such as its Oxford Casino, which have been major contributors to the local economy. […]
Legal
January 28, 2026
Austria Refuses to Categorize Loot Boxes as Gambling
A few weeks after Poland proposed categorizing video game loot boxes as gambling, Austria’s Supreme Court rejected a player’s attempt to recuperate their losses, saying that such products do not constitute gambling. Loot Boxes Still in the Spotlight Loot boxes have been one of the hot topics of the video gaming and gambling industries for […]
