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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
November 15, 2022
NGCB Chairman Brin Gibson to Step Down on November 30
Nevada Gaming Control Board chairman Brin Gibson has announced that he will be stepping down from his position at the end of the month. Gibson, whose stint is set to expire in January, said earlier this year that he would be changing his professional priorities and pursue a new path instead, but has not really […]
Sports
November 15, 2022
BETBY and STATSCORE Form New Partnership to Empower Bettors
BETBY, one of the most innovative sportsbook suppliers and tech companies, has forged a new partnership with STATSCORE, a sports data provider which utilizes powerful algorithms to offer an insightful breakdown of the sports action. As a result, STATSCORE will offer BETBY access to a number of solutions, including the CupCenter widget which can be […]
Industry
November 15, 2022
Philippines Casino Results Continue to Improve in Q3 2023
The Philippine casino sector is posting yet another strong month of growth amid calls to privatize the sector and make sure that PAGCOR’s say in gambling matters diminishes. Well, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp, posted fresh results that defy such detractors and suggestions as the revenue in the third quarter was up 7.6% on […]
Casino
November 15, 2022
Thai Police Busts Illegal Gambling Ring That Run 500 Sites
Police in Thailand has reported a new success against illegal gambling having cracked down on an underground network that may be linked to the operation of as many as 500 illegal gambling websites. The news was reported by The Nation, a local media outlet, and it detailed the fight that the Crime Suppression Division police […]
Casino
November 15, 2022
South Korea Awaits Extradition of Suspect Linked to $13.4B Landing Casino Theft
South Korean authorities have been able to relaunch the investigation into the theft of $13.4 million (KRW 14.6 billion) worth of cash from Jeju’s Landing Casino following the arrest of one of the suspects in Dubai. This is the latest win for South Korea’s prosecutor’s office and law enforcement which cast a wide net to […]
Sports
November 15, 2022
Ex-MBA Owns Up Illegal Gambling and Faces $55,000 Fine
A former Major League Baseball player has pled guilty to a number of federal charges related to betting and gambling offenses on sporting events that were prohibited under the player’s contract, the Department of Justice announced in a press statement. The player has placed wagers with an illegal gambling operator and has thus violated existing […]
Industry
November 14, 2022
GambleAware Advises Punters to Avoid Bet Regret
As the United Kingdom prepares for the upcoming World Cup in Qatar, experts forecast a high betting activity. Because of that, GambleAware, a local charity providing relief to gambling harm victims, has launched a new safer gaming campaign. Bettors Worry about Gambling Ads As the 2022 World Cup draws near, many British bettors are excited […]
Business
November 14, 2022
3 Oaks Gaming Brings Krasimir Pankovski as Head of Sales
3 Oaks Gaming has picked a new head of sales in the face of Krasimir Pankovski. Pankovski will step into his new position at one of the fastest-growing distributors of iGaming content, and he makes a great fit given his extensive background in the industry. Pankovski is no chance hire, and the man has been […]
Sports
November 14, 2022
DSWV and IBIA Join Forces to Make German Betting Safer
The German Sports Betting Association (DSWV) has teamed up with the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which brings the two organizations closer together in their joint mission of ensuring the safety of sports betting markets and integrity of sports. IBIA and DSWV Committed to Pool Efforts Both organizations […]
Poker
November 14, 2022
EvenBet Gaming Introduces Game Constructor Tool to Empower Operators
EvenBet Gaming has introduced its Game Constructor tool, a feature that is designed to tailor the final gaming product developed by the company and that empowers operators to ensure that their own portfolios remain competitive while delivering the same core experience. EvenBet Empowers Operators and Lets Them Customize Games In other words, Game Constructor is […]
