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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.
Legal
May 10, 2022
Ex-Camelot CEO Says Legal Dispute Could Cost UKGC $1.2B
The looming court battle between the UK Gambling Commission and Camelot over the fourth UK National Lottery selection bid will surely have its repercussions. The immediate fears are that the Gambling Commission would need to tap into good causes money in order to fend off the court challenge issued by the outgoing lottery operator, that […]
Sports
May 10, 2022
Southampton FC Picks Winner of Bitcoin Hunt
The Sportsbet.io Bitcoin Hunt celebrating the partnership with Southampton FC has come to an end with a lucky winner announced. The contest took three rounds to complete and participants were urged to discover QR codes hidden – often in plain sight – across the city of Southampton. Sportsbet.io and Southampton Wrap up Bitcoin Hunt Fans […]
Business
May 10, 2022
The latest from Africa: Cross-vertical Look at One of Gambling’s Best Bets
As Africa is increasingly moving towards an online gambling ecosystem, we sat down with Kiron Interactive co-CEO and founder Steven Spartinos, BetGames sales director Africa James Everett and Altenar COO & director Dinos Stranomitis. In this piece, we discuss how Africa’s traditionally land-based dominated gaming and betting segment has made a noticeable shift towards the […]
Slots
May 9, 2022
Evoplay Releases Wild Overlords Bonus Buy Sequel With Spinential Engine
Award-winning iGame provider Evoplay has expanded its portfolio of 100+ games with a sequel to one of its most popular titles, Wild Overlords. The new game is called Wild Overlords Bonus Buy since it includes a Free Spins-triggering Bonus Buy feature. The Mandala-powered game also counts a series of additional enhancements that fans of the […]
Industry
May 9, 2022
Concerned Citizens Ask for Caution in Legalizing Gambling in Meghalaya
Meghalaya chief minister Conrad K Sangma, the proponent of a recent plan to introduce legal gambling to India’s state, has met with various representatives of the Khasi Jaintia Christian Leaders Forum who have urged the minister to tread carefully and not hurry with the mass legalization of a gambling framework in the state. Legalization of […]
Industry
May 9, 2022
UK Gambling Companies Lobby with Lawmakers to Sway Upcoming Regulation
While the review of the Gambling Act in the UK is ongoing, a new report reveals that major gambling industry players lobbied Treasury officials. The report claims the industry warned that tough restrictions may increase the share of the black market. Treasury Officials Met with Gambling Operators, Claims Report Launched in December 2020, the review […]
Casino
May 9, 2022
Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Former Chairman Convicted on Corruption, Bribery Charges
Cedric Cromwell has brought shame to himself and the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe of Massachusetts. The former tribal chairman was convicted by a federal court on charges of extortion and bribery. Sentencing will take place this September. During his stint, Cromwell asked an architecture company for $60,000 kickbacks to which RGB Architects owner David DeQuattro agreed, […]
Sports
May 9, 2022
Mayweather Cashes $52K Win on $10K Bivol Wager
A lot was riding on the weekend fight between Saul Canelo Alvarez and Dmitry Bivol as the pair squared up at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Canelo was defeated by what turned out to be a superior fighter, with Alvarez overplaying his hand in the WBA light heavyweight category. But one person who […]
Business
May 9, 2022
Kalamba and Betsson Embark on Hands-on Content Partnership
Kalamba Games and Betsson Group will continue to work together and expand their reach through content and operational business ties. Kalamba is now going to deliver content for Betsson Group’s European operations with more than 20 brands available across the region and beyond. More Games and Tools by Kalamba The partnership will lead to the […]
Industry
May 9, 2022
GambleAware Reiterates Call for Mandatory levy on GGY
GambleAware is confident that more needs to be done in terms of contributions to help the organization address problem gambling. As the issue proves particularly sensitive in light of a looming regulatory review of the industry, the not-for-profit calls for more contributions as it reports an estimated £34.7 million ($42.9 million) received by industry stakeholders […]
