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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.
Legal
December 4, 2025
Nigel Farage Aide Under Fire for Alleged Association with Gambling Syndicate
George Cottrell, a key member of Reform UK, has been accused of association with a major gambling syndicate. According to claims filed at a high court, the man served as the syndicate’s frontman. The Syndicate Placed Bets on Behalf of Successful Gamblers According to the allegations, Cottrell was associated with a syndicate that also involved […]
Industry
December 4, 2025
UKGC Penalizes Betfred over AML & Social Responsibility Breaches
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) has fined yet another licensee due to social responsibility and AML failures. The company in question this time was Betfred, the protection protocols of which failed to properly identify at-risk players or suspicious transactions. The Operator’s Systems Failed to Properly Identify Riskier Transactions According to the UKGC’s announcement, Betfred’s […]
Industry
December 4, 2025
Fanatics Enters Event Contracts Space, Launches Fanatics Markets in 10 States
Fanatics has surpassed many of its gaming competitors by launching a prediction markets platform ahead of many operators interested in the space. The launch comes only a few weeks after the company confirmed that it was in talks with Crypto.com. Fanatics Markets Is Now Available in 10 States Fanatics’ event contracts division, Fanatics Markets, has […]
Casino
December 1, 2025
Thunder Valley Casino Resort Awards $213K Progressive Jackpot
A Thunder Valley Casino Resort visitor has won a six-figure jackpot from a 25-cent slot machine on the casino floor. According to casino officials, the win proved that big wins can happen at any moment. Elite Thunder Rewards Member Wins $213K According to the official announcement, a player at Thunder Valley Casino Resort, a casino […]
Legal
December 1, 2025
Ex-UPay Chief Remains in Arrest for Alleged Facilitation of Illegal Gaming
Bekhzod Botirov, the former chief executive officer of payments provider UPay, has remained in custody in Uzbekistan due to allegations of illegal gambling transactions. The man was arrested earlier this year, with supporters describing his detention as a pressure campaign against the Humans company group. Botirov Was Arrested over Alleged Ties to Illegal Gambling On […]
Legal
December 1, 2025
California Court Rejects OddsJam’s Attempt to Dismiss Swish Case
The California Superior Court has rejected OddsJam’s attempt to dismiss a lawsuit by Swish Analytics, allowing it to proceed. The two companies have been locking horns for a year now, with the latter alleging that the former unlawfully appropriated its odds calculations. Swish Analytics Took OddsJam to Court In December 2024, Swish Analytics, a sports […]
Industry
December 1, 2025
Better Gambling Forum Unveils Scientific Oversight Committee
The Better Gambling Forum (BGF), a Brain Capital Alliance-led platform for coordinated, evidence-based global responses against gambling-caused mental health problems, announced the creation of its Scientific Oversight Committee (SOC). The SOC Will Field a Team of Industry Experts According to the announcement, the SOC is composed of experts in a variety of fields, including public […]
Lottery
November 28, 2025
Kentucky Hunter Bags $1.1M Lottery Jackpot Instead of Game
A Kentucky hunter has won a seven-figure jackpot while spending time in his deer stand. The man was excited about the win and said that he almost fell out of the stand. The Man Won $1.1M While Hunting The unnamed Kentucky man was visiting his deer stand when he decided to pass some time by […]
Legal
November 28, 2025
Suspects Behind Illegal British Columbia Casino Receive Charges
The Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of British Columbia’s Joint Illegal Gaming Investigation Team (JIGIT) has arrested several people tied to an illegal gambling operation in Saanich. The reported unlicensed violation has led to numerous charges against the involved individuals. The Operation Led to Over a Dozen Arrests According to the announcement, the JIGIT just […]
Legal
November 28, 2025
Macau Police Arrest Scammers Who Scammed Scammers
The Macau Judiciary Police have arrested a group of people who extorted casino scammers for money. The group is said to have procured at least HKD 800K ($102,779). The Extortion Gang Threatened Scammers As reported by Macau Daily, the police have arrested a gang of over a dozen people who extorted casino scammers for money. […]
