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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
October 30, 2025
Jumbo Interactive Sets Sail for America with $36M Dream Giveaway Acquisition
Australian iLottery expert Jumbo Interactive announced the completion of its AUD 55.4 million ($36.3 million) acquisition of US prize draw company Dream Giveaway. This will allow the former business to make a foray into the US, capitalizing on the growing demand for lottery products. Jumbo Penetrates the US Market The deal was closed on October […]
Sports
October 30, 2025
Badminton Federation Bans Joachim Persson over Unauthorized Wagers
The Badminton World Federation announced the suspension of a prominent coach due to insider betting. The body emphasized its zero-tolerance policy regarding violations of its rules and encouraged the reporting of such misdeeds. The Coach Was Seen Placing Bets During a Game The Badminton World Federation named Joachim Persson as the penalized coach, saying that […]
Industry
October 30, 2025
Sportradar Discusses the Power of AI in the War on Match-Fixing
Match-fixing is a problem that has plagued the sports and sports betting sectors forever. The temptation of easy money has shown that even the most disciplined of athletes are not infallible and that the fight against fraud is a constant one. However, emerging technology has given a glimmer of hope that the battle could be […]
Industry
October 30, 2025
GambleAware Encourages Regulatory Changes to Shield Children from Gambling Harm
Leading UK gambling charity GambleAware has published a paper analyzing the current state of Britain’s online gambling regulations and whether they are fit for the modern age. The organization determined that the framework is outdated in certain places and encouraged reforms in order to shield children from exposure to online gambling. Online Gambling Content Is […]
Business
October 29, 2025
Industry Veterans Launch Big Daddy Gaming, a Disruptive Game Studio
A trio of esteemed gaming industry veterans has joined forces to disrupt the slots sector with a new studio. Titled Big Daddy Gaming, the project seeks to breathe new life into the slots market. Gaming Experts Unveil Big Daddy Gaming As mentioned, Big Daddy Gaming was founded by a trio of gaming industry veterans. These […]
Industry
October 29, 2025
YouTube Unveils Policy Changes, Gambling and Violence in the Crosshairs
Shortly after media giant YouTube unveiled a refurbished look, the company announced a new set of restrictions surrounding content that might not be appropriate for children. This features changes to the platform’s policy on gambling-related content and video game violence. A New Set of Restrictions for Gambling Content The new set of rules is set […]
Business
October 29, 2025
Reports Say Polymarket Could Launch in the US by the End of November
Reports have teased that Polymarket’s official launch in the US could happen sooner than many have imagined. According to Bloomberg, the prediction markets platform could go live in America by the end of November, allowing it to potentially capitalize on the remainder of the football season and other upcoming events. Polymarket’s US Return Looms Bloomberg […]
Lottery
October 28, 2025
New Jersey Player Secures $22M Jackpot from Pick 6
An extremely lucky player in New Jersey has turned their lottery ticket into a $22 million payday after correctly matching all six numbers in Saturday night’s Pick 6 drawing. Lucky Player Ends Pick 6’s Jackpot Drought As the game’s name suggests, Pick 6 players need to pick six numbers for a shot at mouth-watering prizes. […]
Lottery
October 28, 2025
Missouri Lottery Player Wins $1M, Another One Bags $100K
The Missouri Lottery has unveiled two recent winners, including the winner of a $1 million prize and one of the first winners of a six-figure sum from one of the lottery’s newest games. Woman Thinks She’d Won 100K, Boss Tells Her It’s $1M On October 27, the lottery announced an unnamed woman as the winner […]
Business
October 28, 2025
Banijay Acquires Majority Stake in Tipico to Create “European Betting Champion”
French multinational television production and distribution company Banijay Group announced that it has acquired a majority stake in sports betting company Tipico Group. The former said that it plans to merge its Betclic brand with Tipico, resulting in a stronger betting business. Banijay Acquires Majority Stake in Tipico In its announcement, Banijay said that it […]
