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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.
Casino
March 30, 2022
Kewadin Casinos Lower In-person Gambling Age to 18
Michigan State is seeing part of its casino properties lower their gambling age to 18 starting today. All five Kewadin Casinos properties based in the Great Lakes State are going to allow younger individuals to enter their tribal properties and participate in a range of experiences, including slots and table games. Kewadin Casinos Reduce Gambling […]
Industry
March 30, 2022
YouGov Sees Half of British Gamblers Planning to Reduce Activity
A new survey by YouGov paints a good picture of societal shift toward gambling in the United Kingdom. According to 700 surveyed individuals, people may be starting to ween off gambling as a personal choice. Based on the research’s findings, 18% of gamblers in the United Kingdom are looking to quit gambling, citing the rising […]
Casino
March 30, 2022
Light & Wonder Confirms More EGM Products for Asia
Light & Wonder plans to continue spearheading its product development and pivot towards Asia. To this end, the company formerly known as Scientific Games and one of the biggest suppliers and developers of iGaming and lottery software is planning to bring its Duo Fu Duo Cai and Jin Ji Bao Xi game series in Asia […]
Industry
March 29, 2022
China Busts $1.6B Illegal Gambling Wring, Arrests 14 People
China has a monopoly on gambling in the sense there is no gambling allowed in bar lotteries and the occasional trip across the border with Macau. However, China’s lack of established gambling laws doesn’t mean that there is a lack of control, and even if some organizations manage to stay under the radar for a […]
Sports
March 28, 2022
FuboTV Brings Julie Haddon to Improve Engagement and Innovation
FuboTV, the streaming giant that now offers betting options through Fubo Gaming, has appointed Julie Haddon to its board of directors in a bid to reinforce the company’s executive lineup of sports career professionals. Haddon’s addition will give the company a boost as she’s the owner of the Chicago Red Stars women’s football team and […]
Industry
March 28, 2022
Entain Continues to Work Towards Pay Gap Elimination
Entain is back at it – fixing the industry for all. This time, the entertainment giant is taking aim at fair payment and the notorious pay gap that has hounded societies the world over. No more, Entain says. The company has released an update on how well it has advanced in terms of diversity and […]
Poker
March 28, 2022
Dan Bilzerian to Remain GGPoker Ambassador Following Rumors He Would Not
One of the leading online poker organizations in the world, GGPoker, seems inclined to retain Dan Bilzerian, a controversial actor-turned-poker player, and womanizer, as its brand ambassador. Bilzerian, who started his role as ambassador for the company with a Twitter controversy, has done well on the job the company believes. Bilzerian Confirmed as GGPoker Ambassador […]
Casino
March 28, 2022
Star Manager Says Higher-ups Condoned Gambling/Accommodation Expenses System
The public inquiry led by the Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority or ILGA had David Aloi, a former Star casino regulatory manager on the stand today, who shed more light on how the property assisted Chinese customers to avoid detection and continue gambling while writing off the expenses as hotel accommodation rather than gambling expenditure. […]
Casino
March 25, 2022
DraftKings and CQ Holding Open Temporary Sportsbook at Baton Rouge
DraftKings and CQ Holding Company are bringing their partnership onto a new level with the opening of a second retail sportsbook in Louisiana. The new property follows the pair’s forays in Illinois where they also worked on the introduction of a 6,000 square feet property which is now up and running. The new property in […]
Casino
March 25, 2022
Playtika Purchased JustPlay.LoL to Diversify Gaming Portfolio
Playtika has purchased JustPlay.LoL, a platform that has developed the battle royale game 1v1.LOL. The title is a third-person shooter game that is predicated on experiences similar to Garena Free Fire, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, and Fortnite. 1v1.LOL Makes Fine Addition to Playtika’s Portfolio Playtika has completed the acquisition in a bid to continue adding to what […]