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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.
Sports
June 29, 2022
Racing Fantasy Platform GridRival Adds Lloyd Danzig to Advisory Board
GridRival is the world’s first and leading betting startup focused entirely on motorsports. Now, the company believes that it can further reinforce its offer by adding new executive talent to its advisory board. In this case, this is Lloyd Danzig, a known investor in the iGaming space whose appointment comes just on time for the […]
Casino
June 29, 2022
Games Global to Distribute Live 5’s Unique Slot Portfolio
Developer and slot content creator for the iGaming industry Live 5 has signed a new distribution agreement with Games Global, an aggregation platform that will now give Live 5’s titles an even further boost with the new and existing audiences throughout 2022 and 2023. Building Momentum and Reach Through this partnership, Live 5 will have […]
Business
June 29, 2022
1×2 Network Appoints ex-Entain Head of Slots as New CPO
1×2 Network is strengthening its expertise in the slot segment by adding a well-seasoned veteran who will help the company steer its products, reach new audiences, and generally improve on its offer. Alex Ratcliffe to Lead Data-Driven Production To this end, 1×2 Network has chosen Alex Ratcliffe, a former Entain head of slots, who will […]
Casino
June 29, 2022
PlayStar Adds Games by IGT PlayDigital for NJ Launch
PlayStar has been taking its sweet time with the anticipated launch in the United States, and as it waits, the company is making sure to make good friends with the technology and game providers who will define the experience for players. In the latest agreement, PlayStar has teamed up with IGT PlayDigital, IGT’s interactive division […]
Casino
June 29, 2022
Armadillo Studios to Debut Amanda Nunes-Inspired Slot in August
Up-and-coming iGaming and slot developer Armadillo Studios is set to release its first branded slot in the company of Amanda Nunes, the Brazilian MMA fighter whose nickname has inspired the name of the game. In The Lioness, players will have the opportunity to enjoy excellent, math-driven gameplay as early as August 2 while still feeling […]
Poker
June 29, 2022
PokerStars Obtains Poker License to Launch in Ontario
It is ON. This is the message PokerStars is sending fans who will finally have the opportunity to play on their favorite online poker site in Ontario. The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has cleared the company for launch in the market and PokerStars is celebrating in style. PokerStars’ Card Room Goes Live […]
Sports
June 29, 2022
NFL Hires David Highhill to Lead Sports Betting Push
The National Football League will no longer shy away from sports betting after the organization hired its first dedicated official to represent the NFL in the industry. David Highhill joined on Tuesday as the NFL’s new VP and general manager of sports betting. With this appointment, one of America’s top-grossing sports is officially in the […]
Industry
June 29, 2022
JMP Hand-picks Gaming Stocks to Invest In Cheaply
Investors looking to buy gaming and gambling stocks on the cheap may have the opportunity to finally do so as JMP is offering what it believes to be a number-backed analysis into some worthwhile stock purchases. Naming the Winners Hidden in Plain Sight While the bank refrains from giving overly-optimistic prognoses, it has good reasons […]
Industry
June 29, 2022
AGA Addresses Human-Trafficking in Gambling Industry
Countries around the world have got a bad reputation for doing too little or nothing at all to stop human trafficking in the gambling industry. Cambodia was even reprimanded by the US Department of State with investors told to avoid doing business in the country. The Philippines has long been associated with kidnappings of Chinese […]
Industry
June 28, 2022
Roe vs Wade Prompts DraftKings to Issue $10,000 Benefits Package
DraftKings, a US-based sports betting giant with a global reach, has become the latest industry company to respond by condemning the decision of the US Supreme Court to overturn the Roe vs Wade decision which effectively prohibited individual states from banning abortions en masse. With the decision overturned, though, many conservative states across the United […]
