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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 28, 2025
UAE Welcomes Play971 as Its First Online Gaming Brand
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially entered a new age by finally licensing its first online gambling brand. Although the country had been inexorably moving toward an expanded legal gaming market, it had so far only licensed lottery companies and providers. iGaming Comes to the UAE According to the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority […]
Lottery
November 26, 2025
Arizona Lottery Player Wins $12.8M Jackpot from The Pick
A lucky player in Arizona has won a huge prize just in time for Thanksgiving and the winter holidays. The lucky ticket awarded the fortunate lottery enthusiast with a prize of $12.8 million. The Prize Comes Just in Time for the Holidays According to the Arizona Lottery, a player in Scottsdale won the latest jackpot […]
Business
November 26, 2025
Robinhood & Susquehanna to Launch New Exchange
Robinhood has unveiled a new partnership with Susquehanna International Group that will expand the two companies’ presence in the prediction markets space. The tie-up comes amid rapidly increasing demand for event contracts and other betting alternatives. Robinhood Expands Its Prediction Markets Presence According to the official announcement, Robinhood and Susquehanna will launch a CFTC-Licensed exchange […]
Industry
November 26, 2025
Brazil’s Mulled Tax Hike Doesn’t Sit Well with IBJR
A year after Brazil initiated a new era of regulated betting, lawmakers are considering tax hikes, mirroring similar talks across many regulated markets. In the light of these discussions, the Brazilian Institute of Responsible Gaming (IBJR) warned that a huge tax hike could deal a huge blow to the legal gaming sector. Brazil Could Double […]
Casino
November 26, 2025
Victoria Gate Casino Regains License & Reopens
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) announced that it has reinstated the license of Victoria Gate Casino. The property’s authorization to offer gaming was suspended due to certain anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) concerns. The License Was Suspended Due to Regulatory Shortcomings A few weeks ago, the UKGC announced that it had suspended the […]
Business
November 25, 2025
The Star Entertainment to Welcome Bally’s as Majority Stakeholder by the End of the Week
The Star Entertainment Group is bracing for Bally’s takeover, hoping that it will finally help it open a new chapter. According to the latest announcement, the takeover should happen later this week. The Star Expects to Complete the Bally’s Transaction Very Soon In an ASX release published on November 25, The Star’s leadership addressed the […]
Industry
November 25, 2025
New Jersey Player Wins $1M from Scratch-Off Ticket
A player from Ocean County, New Jersey, has won a seven-figure sum from a scratch-off ticket, according to an official announcement by the New Jersey Lottery. This came shortly after a separate player won $1 million from Powerball. The Player Won the Game’s First Top Prize According to the New Jersey Lottery, the winner secured […]
Casino
November 25, 2025
Live! Casino & Hotel to Launch Virginia Temporary Casino in January
The opening of Live! Casino & Hotel’s temporary casino in Petersburg now has an official date. According to new reports, the temporary venue will go live in January, marking a slight delay. In the meantime, the Cordish Companies continues to work hard on the permanent facility. The Temporary Casino’s Launch Will Be Postponed The Cordish […]
Industry
November 25, 2025
Boomer’s Sportsbook Opens at Ojos Locos Sports Cantina y Casino
Ojos Locos Sports Cantina y Casino has officially replaced its William Hill-branded sportsbook with a Boomer’s Sportsbook, marking a new era for the betting hub. The rebranded book held its grand opening yesterday, with North Las Vegas Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown placing the first wager. Boomer’s Sportsbook Replaces William Hill On its official social media accounts, […]
Industry
November 25, 2025
ATG Says Sweden’s Channelization Rates Have Improved
ATG has published its quarterly review of Sweden’s gaming market, reporting an increase in player channelization toward legal operators. Despite that, offshore gaming remains a significant challenge. ATG Reports Channelization Rate of 74-85% In its official report, ATG said that Sweden’s estimated channelization rate has reached 74-85%, marking a noticeable improvement from 70-82% in Q3 […]
