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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.
Industry
September 22, 2025
Michigan Lottery Player Wins $500K, Powerball Fan Grabs $150K
Two Michigan players have won mouth-watering prizes from the lottery. One of them was an instant ticket buyer, while the other was a Powerball enthusiast aiming at the big money. One Zero, Then Another, and Another The Michigan Lottery reported that a 69-year-old Macomb County man won $500,000 from Spectacular Wild Time, one of the […]
Industry
September 22, 2025
SBS Makes History by Allowing Players to Block Gambling Ads
SBS, an Australian hybrid-funded public service broadcaster, has made history by becoming the first broadcaster in the world to allow viewers to block gambling ads. SBS Becomes the First Broadcaster to Allow Users to Block Certain Ads As part of its Environmental & Social Governance strategy, SBS introduced options for customers to personalize the ads […]
Industry
September 22, 2025
Miami Fund to Sue Standard General over Its Allegedly Unfair Takeover of Bally’s
The Miami Police Pension and Relief Fund is reportedly on the way to sue American hedge fund Standard General over its 2024 bid to acquire casino and hospitality operator Bally’s Corporation. “Hedge Fund Vulture” Kim Made the Transaction Possible As reported by Casino.org, the Miami Police Pension and Relief Fund believes that the acquisition of […]
Industry
September 19, 2025
UKGC to Close Advisory Board for Safer Gambling
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) announced the imminent closure of the Advisory Board for Safer Gambling (ABSG). The regulator emphasized that this follows the completion of the board’s original remit. UKGC to Move to New Arrangements For context, the ABSG was created to oversee the National Strategy to Reduce Gambling Harms and provide constructive criticism. […]
Industry
September 19, 2025
Tribal Leadership Council Receives $50K Grant from Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation
The Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation, federally recognized Indian tribe in California, has unveiled over $13.5 million in grants to support a variety of programs across the region. The Tribal Leadership Council (TLC), a national organization championing the sovereignty, leadership, and long-term sustainability of US tribes, is one of those recipients. Supporting the Next Generation […]
Lottery
September 18, 2025
Montreal Woman Wins CAD 1,000 a Week for Life
A lucky young woman from Montreal has won a prize that will change her life forever, eliminating future financial worries. This was all thanks to a Gagnant à Vie ticket that will ensure she gets CAD 1,000 ($725.3) a week for the rest of her life. The Woman Won a Life-Changing Prize The winner was […]
Industry
September 18, 2025
UKGC Publishes the First of Several Illegal Online Gambling Reports
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has published the first of several reports examining Britain’s illegal online gambling market. The inaugural report focuses on player behavior, motivations, and personas, with subsequent reports to focus on other aspects of the black market, including engagement data, enforcement, and challenges. Some People Choose Offshore Operators, Others Stumble Upon Them […]
Industry
September 18, 2025
Indonesia Removes 2.1M Illegal Online Gambling Items
Indonesia’s war on illegal gambling has continued with the removal of millions of online gambling-related pieces of digital media. The government emphasized that this action sought to shield the public rather than to limit freedom of expression. Indonesia Removed Millions of Pieces of Negative Content The Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi) announced […]
Industry
September 16, 2025
South Korea Reports Disconcerting Increase in Adolescent Gambling Harm
South Korea is experiencing serious issues with youth gambling as cases of addiction among adolescents have spiked, leading to astronomical medical costs. South Korea’s Gripes with Adolescent Gambling Increase According to data by the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service, cases of gambling addiction among adolescents have increased dramatically, soaring from 64 in 2022 to […]
Lottery
September 16, 2025
Lucky Ohio Player Wins $2M Royal Riches Prize
A lucky winner in Ohio has won $2 million from the lottery. Unlike many of his peers, they went with the annuity option and will receive their prize in multiple installments over more than two decades. The Winner Preferred the Annuity Option The winner bought a $30 Royal Riches scratch-off ticket while taking a trip […]
