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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
January 2, 2023
Macau Sees GGR Plunge by 50% in 2022
The numbers reflect the continued pressure that uncertain regulation and reemerging COVID-19 outbreaks applied on the industry, nobbling concessionaires’ ability to run their business as usual and drive meaningful results from gaming operations. Macau Clocks Its Worst Year Since 2004 Gross gaming revenue was posted at MOP$42.2 billion for the full year, or roughly around […]
Industry
January 2, 2023
Macau Hopes to See Visitations Go Up to 40,000 a Day
The economy may be in the doldrums, but Macau has a plan – it involves dramatically increasing the number of tourists who come to visit the Special Administrative Region in 2023. This has been confirmed by Maria Helene de Senna Fernandes, the head of Macau’s Government Tourism Office. Tourism in Macau Braced to Pick Up […]
Industry
January 2, 2023
Police in the UK to Look for Signs of Addiction
Police are becoming aware of the negative effect that gambling addiction can have on individuals and how destitute and despair can push people into crime, similar to how drug and alcohol addiction can lead to unlawful behavior. Understand and Treat, Don’t Simply Punish This is why authorities in England and Wales are going to work […]
Sports
January 2, 2023
Ohio Welcomes First Wagers on Regulated Sports Betting Market
The Sunday rollout was celebrated by much fanfare, a carousel of launch parties, and no fewer than 13 retail sportsbooks and 16 digital operators who embraced the opportunity to forge ahead in the Buckeye State, one of supposedly the biggest for the industry. Cascades of Launches Across the Buckeye State In the weeks leading up […]
Poker
December 30, 2022
Daniel Negreanu Won $4.9M in 2022, It Wasn’t Easy
This amount, though, factors in his buy-ins, which stood at $3,224,564 over the year, which means he ended up profiting $1,625,545 from playing poker this year. Negreanu has made it his annual tradition to post a detailed breakdown of everything that he has spent and earned playing poker, serving as a good example to others. […]
Casino
December 30, 2022
MaxBet Acquires El Dorado Slot Clubs to Boost Serbian Footprint
The partnership involves Bargame AD, a company operating as a subsidiary of CT Gaming, which has agreed to sell its participation in the business and let MaxBet take over. The deal is still to be cleared by regulators, but all parties are hopeful it may conclude in the first quarter of the new year. Building […]
Industry
December 30, 2022
Ohio Introduces Responsible Gambling Program Ahead of January 1 Betting Launch
Ohio is due to launch sports gambling on Sunday, January 1, 2023, but the state is also keen to ensure that it does its best to protect consumers. This includes the launch of a new dedicated campaign by Ohio For Responsible Gambling. The program that gets underway is called Pause Before You Play, and it’s […]
Casino
December 29, 2022
CT Interactive Launches Games with Betmarket
Betmarket is among the latest entries in the Bulgarian iGaming market, where CT Interactive is headquartered. As a result, Betmarket will benefit from CT Interactive’s extensive variety of products and games delivered directly to players in the country. CT Interactive Brings Games and Jackpots to Betmarket CT Interactive has a string of excellent titles to […]
Esports
December 29, 2022
Greentube Brings More Competitive Updates to “Ski Challenge”
The updates are designed to streamline the experience for both the iOS and Android operating systems for which the game was recently launched. The titles, developed by the NOVOMATIC Digital Gaming and Entertainment division, offer players an opportunity to compete in head-to-head games, join tournaments, and win all sorts of real money prizes. More Updates […]
Casino
December 29, 2022
Stakelogic Live Games Launch at Versailles Casino
The brand, which is a go-to provider of live casino games, is now making its products available with a local behemoth in the face of Versailles Casino. This will allow the operator to further dig its heel into the market but also ensure that Stakelogic Live’s products are available to more players, becoming recognizable and […]
