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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
July 8, 2025
Flutter’s Paddy Power and Betfair Report Cybersecurity Incident
International gambling giant Flutter Entertainment has reported a data breach affecting its Paddy Power and Betfair brands. The operator reported that many customers were affected and advised them to be vigilant, as bad actors may use this data to impersonate them. Consumer Data Was Compromised The breach was reported on July 8 with Flutter saying […]
Industry
July 8, 2025
German Ministers Seek Immediate Gaming Reforms & More Powers for GGL
German lawmakers are seeking immediate gambling reforms amid continued competition from the black market. As illegal operators continue to undermine the regulated sector, interior ministers are seeking a solution. German Ministers Say the Reforms Cannot Wait During a recent conference, German interior ministers discussed the state of the country’s gaming sector and encouraged immediate reforms. […]
Legal
July 8, 2025
California Fantasy Sports in Peril Amid Lawsuits, AG Opinion
Daily fantasy sports operators in California are facing trouble amid recent pushback. In addition to a recent opinion from California Attorney General Rob Bonta, which suggested that DFS should be banned in the state, several operators have been accused of offering illegal gambling. DFS Sector Under Fire The accusations came shortly before the AG opinion […]
Business
July 7, 2025
Canadian Regulators Greenlight MIXI’s Takeover of PointsBet
MIXI Australia, the Australian arm of Japanese tech giant MIXI, has advanced its backup acquisition bid for sports betting powerhouse PointsBet. While the latter company’s shareholders failed to conclusively approve a previous arrangement, MIXI has proceeded with an off-market takeover and has secured additional regulatory approvals. The Battle for PointsBet Rages on PointsBet has been […]
Industry
July 7, 2025
Bulgarian Psychologist Says Ads Encourage Minors to Gamble
Bulgarian psychologist Desislava Bezinska has spoken on the country’s struggles with problem gambling. Among other things, she addressed the prevalence of untargeted ads and the damage that gambling harm causes. Bulgaria’s Gambling Problems Started with COVID In an interview with Bulgarian news outlet Capital, Bezinska talked about her experience with people suffering from gambling addiction. […]
Industry
July 6, 2025
Isle of Man GSC Fines Celton Manx for AML Violations
The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) announced that it has penalized Celton Manx Limited due to AML failings. Due to the severity of the violations, the operator will have to pay a significant fine. The GSC Uncovered Systemic Violations According to the announcement, the GSC, which is tasked with protecting the Isle of […]
Industry
July 6, 2025
Macau Contemplates Axing Gambling Ads
Macau continues its efforts to diversify its industry and end its historic dependence on gambling. As these efforts progress, lawmakers are considering a ban on gambling ads. Macau Wants to See How the Public Feels Macau’s Economic and Technological Development Bureau has launched a formal public consultation into the matter to see how the public […]
Industry
July 3, 2025
UKGC Fines Fafabet Parent for AML and T&C Violations
Taichi Tech Limited’s Fafabet brand has found itself under fire in the UK as the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) accused the operator of regulatory failures. In addition to paying a fine, the gaming company will be required to engage the services of a third-party auditor. Fafabet’s Terms Were Unclear Upon investigating the company, the UKGC […]
Industry
July 3, 2025
Greyhound Racing Proponent Lord David Lipsey Passed Away at 77
Lord David Lipsey, one of the most prolific supporters of greyhound racing in the United Kingdom, has passed away, with many representatives of the betting and racing industries expressing their condolences to his family. A Lifetime of Passion for Greyhound Racing Having also made contributions to public life and journalism, Lipsey was best known by […]
Industry
July 3, 2025
Startup Origami to Re-Package Crypto Originals for the iGaming Sector
Ishan Haque, a former executive of Shuffle.com, has launched a new game studio, Origami, that is set to revolutionize online casino gaming with iGaming versions of crypto-style originals. According to Haque, his team will “re-package the magic it found at Shuffle” and share it with as many operators as possible. iGaming Pros Launch Origami Origami, […]
