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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
April 26, 2023
PredictIt Users Trust Biden to Win the Upcoming Elections
Political bettors are putting their money behind Joe Biden to win the upcoming Presidential elections. While the incumbent President is yet to be officialized as the Democratic Party’s official nominee, he seems to be a likely choice. This news comes as President Biden announced his decision to fight for another four years in office. While […]
Legal
April 26, 2023
The Howard League’s CCGRH Published Its Final Report
The Commission on Crime and Gambling Related Harms (CCGRH), a part of the Howard League for Penal Reform, has published its final report on the links between crime and gambling. Following the publication, the commission asked the government, health bodies and criminal justice agencies to be mindful of the discoveries and adopt a strategic approach […]
Business
April 26, 2023
David Hammond Steps in as UK Tote Group CCO
The Group is appointing David Hammond as CCO for the United Kingdom whereas Jon Knapman will step in as CCO for the company’s global markets. The new appointments will strengthen the company’s operational capabilities and bring a pair of well-versed industry veterans, capable of scaling the Group’s domestic and international reach. Hammond Ready to Help […]
Legal
April 26, 2023
Torch Electronics’ Lobbying Led to AG Bailey Leaving the Case
Missouri attorney general Andrew Bailey has withdrawn from a lawsuit against the state. The case concerns the effort to ban unregulated slot machine companies that offer their products at gas stations. Two years ago, the state tried to crack down on the unregulated machines. However, Torch Electronics, which produces the machines, and Warrenton Oil, which […]
Casino
April 26, 2023
Nevada Posts March Results, Casino Results Contract
This makes the 25th consecutive month in which Nevada collected more than $1 billion from its gaming operations. Yet, there has been a slowdown, as casino revenue declined on an annual basis, the Nevada Gaming Control Board confirmed in an update on Tuesday. Nevada’s Market Continues to Surpass $1B Revenue The results in March 2022 […]
Slots
April 26, 2023
Push Gaming Brings Dino P.D. Raptor Slot
The new title, Dino P.D. is inspired by a previous game by the company, Dinopolis, and will now add to the supplier’s sprawling portfolio of excellent games to try and test first-hand. Dino P.D. Metrics Reels: 5 Rows: 4 Paylines: 20 RTP: 96.38% Max win: 10,000x Volatility: Medium/High Min/Max bet: 0.10-100 Jurassic Spins to Win […]
Casino
April 26, 2023
Macau Continues to Rely on Trip.com to Attract International Casino Players
The changes in the regulatory landscape in Macau mean that local casino operators would have to double down on their efforts to attract an international casino crowd. They won’t be going it alone, however, as the Macau Government Tourism Office (MGTO) is similarly looking to help further boost tourism. MTGO Expands Trip.com Collaboration Yet Another […]
Sports
April 26, 2023
BtoBet and PremierBet Expand Alliance in Africa
As a result, PremierBet will be able to continue leveraging new and advanced solutions for its sportsbook. The brand is one of the leaders in the pan-African market, with a strong presence in dozens of regulated markets across the region. PremierBet and BtoBet Determined to Carry on in Africa PremierBet and BtoBet have been partnering […]
Poker
April 26, 2023
APT Grows Presence with New Stops on 2023 Calendar
The organization is ramping up the number of events that it will feature on this year’s calendar, with so far six confirmed tournaments. The new events will be hosted in Vietnam and South Korea, offering local and regional players a chance to join and compete in one of the most significant and important events of […]
Casino
April 26, 2023
Pragmatic Play Rolls Crash Game “Spaceman” with 10Bet in South Africa
This marks an important achievement for the company as well, which has been growing its presence across the African region in general and bringing new content opportunities for local operators and their audiences. 10Bet will now have access to Spaceman which will introduce players to Pragmatic Play’s crash game for the very first time in […]
