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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
February 3, 2023
Atlantic City to Debate Smoking Ban in Mid-February
The debate has been going on for the past several years, with two powerful camps attempting to get their way. On the one hand, there are casino workers and some of the unions who have insisted that smoking is a serious health issue and that no individual should be made to choose between getting paid […]
Industry
February 3, 2023
This May Be The Year for Sports Betting Legalization in North Carolina
As other neighboring states have already legalized betting, including Virginia and Tennessee, North Carolina is equally keen to catch up and do so quickly. This may yet happen with the support of prominent lawmakers from the state such as Phil Berger, who thinks this is the year when the state finally succeeds in pushing its […]
Casino
February 3, 2023
Virginia Lawmakers Determined to Ban Skill Game Machines
The latest effort to do away with the machines, which have been branded as illegal by many, and a necessary evil by business owners, was spearheaded by House majority leader Terry Kilgore who spoke to the Associated Press in an exclusive interview and detailed what the current status quo with those gambling devices in the […]
Poker
February 3, 2023
WSOP Reveals Full Summer Schedule for 2023
This is mostly the courtesy of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) which has released its full summer schedule, offering a revamped list of events, and some of the biggest prize pools that have been seen to date. WSOP Expects Big Things from the 2023 Main Event Responding to an upsurging interest in the game […]
Blockchain
February 3, 2023
Charlie Munger: Cryptocurrencies Are “Gambling Contracts”
Charlie Munger, the right-hand of Warren Buffett, has shared his thoughts about crypto in a new piece for the Wall Street Journal. In it, one of the world’s most successful investors has called the entire sector a “gambling contract” and assured that “the house” had a 100% edge on players. No Winners in Crypto, Says […]
Sports
February 3, 2023
France Bets Record Numbers on World Cup 2022
New data released by the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) said that sports bettors in the country have placed more than $650 million (€597 million) in sports bets, generating a total revenue of $76 million (€70 million) on the event. These results were up 56% on the World Cup betting activity registered in 2018 and […]
Insider
February 3, 2023
ComplianceOne’s Jeremie Kanter: “Regulators’ Expectations Have Shifted’
Jeremie Kanter recently joined ComplianceOne Group as a member of the board and head of its Diligence in Gaming division, where he oversees regulatory and operational compliance. We caught up with him to discuss the fast-changing regulatory landscape. Q: You joined ComplianceOne Group recently. How have your first few weeks been and what are you […]
Industry
February 2, 2023
Endorphina Enters the Netherlands with Casino777
Endorphina, a rising developer of online slot games, has announced its foray into the Dutch market. This entry is made possible by Endorphina’s agreement with Casino777.nl, a local iGaming operator. Endorphina to Power Casino777.nl with Games As announced by the developer, its products will now be available in the Netherlands through Casino777.nl’s online platform. The […]
Industry
February 2, 2023
Hub88 Innovates with HubWallet
Platform provider Hub88 unveiled HubWallet, a proprietary payment solution that leverages the company’s robust back office. The new product is expected to make payments easier, safer and more intuitive. Hub88 Launches In-House Payment Solution Hub88 is best known for aggregating iGaming content, which makes the launch of HubWallet an unprecedented one. The unique solution will […]
Casino
February 2, 2023
ESA Gaming Brings Josefin Uppeke as New Head of Game Production
Moving forward, Josefin Uppeke will take over the new position as she helps the studio expand on its current development pace and focus. Uppeke is no chance of hiring either, sporting a significant industry experience herself. ESA Gaming Boosts Production with New Talent The addition of Uppeke is an important step forward as the company […]
