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Fiona Simmons
Senior 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
July 3, 2025
UKGC Fines Fafabet Parent for AML and T&C Violations
Taichi Tech Limited’s Fafabet brand has found itself under fire in the UK as the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) accused the operator of regulatory failures. In addition to paying a fine, the gaming company will be required to engage the services of a third-party auditor. Fafabet’s Terms Were Unclear Upon investigating the company, the UKGC […]
Industry
July 3, 2025
Greyhound Racing Proponent Lord David Lipsey Passed Away at 77
Lord David Lipsey, one of the most prolific supporters of greyhound racing in the United Kingdom, has passed away, with many representatives of the betting and racing industries expressing their condolences to his family. A Lifetime of Passion for Greyhound Racing Having also made contributions to public life and journalism, Lipsey was best known by […]
Industry
July 3, 2025
Startup Origami to Re-Package Crypto Originals for the iGaming Sector
Ishan Haque, a former executive of Shuffle.com, has launched a new game studio, Origami, that is set to revolutionize online casino gaming with iGaming versions of crypto-style originals. According to Haque, his team will “re-package the magic it found at Shuffle” and share it with as many operators as possible. iGaming Pros Launch Origami Origami, […]
Legal
July 2, 2025
The Venetian Agrees to $850K Settlement in Religious Discrimination Lawsuit
The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas has reached a settlement in a case involving alleged religious discrimination. The suit predates the property’s sale to Apollo Global Management. The Property Discriminated Against Certain Groups The complaint, which was submitted by the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), alleged that The Venetian had refused to accommodate the […]
Industry
July 2, 2025
GambleAware: Marginalized Groups Remain at Higher Risk of Gambling Harm
GambleAware has published the second independent evaluation report about its Community Resilience Fund’s (CRF) achievements and findings. Compiled by Ipsos, the report confirmed that minorities continue to be disproportionately affected by gambling. Minorities and Marginalized Groups Remained Vulnerable Findings from the CRF, which is GambleAware’s grant-making initiative that provides support to organizations outside of the […]
Industry
July 2, 2025
Cirsa’s IPO to Seek Valuation of Almost $3B
Blackstone’s gambling company Cirsa is steadily proceeding with its initial public offering plans. As it turns out, the company is seeking а valuation of approximately $3 billion, according to reports. Cirsa Targets $2.95B Valuation Reuters reported that Cirsa’s upcoming IPO will target a total valuation of approximately $2.95 billion. The company is set to offer […]
Industry
July 1, 2025
Hasbro Unveils Partnerships with Four Gaming Companies
Toy and game giant Hasbro has unveiled several casino-oriented partnerships that will greatly expand its presence in the world of gambling. In addition to the tie-up with Aristocrat Technologies that GamblingNews reported earlier, Hasbro has also confirmed partnerships with Galaxy Gaming, Evolution and Bally’s Corporation. Hasbro Is Ready to Game on According to Hasbro’s official […]
Industry
July 1, 2025
PAGCOR Approves PHP 50M Grant to Deport POGO Workers
As the US grapples with immigration-related issues and serious controversies surrounding the government’s handling of the matter, the Philippines faces its own set of deportation problems. Despite dismantling the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) sector a few months ago, the country continues to struggle with remaining operators that have migrated to the black market and […]
Industry
July 1, 2025
Underdog Fantasy Launches Lawsuit to Block California AG’s DFS Ban
Daily fantasy sports (DFS) specialist Underdog Fantasy has launched a preemptive lawsuit as California prepares to block paid fantasy sports. The legal motion hopes to block the attorney general’s action against fantasy sports. The Underdog Opposes California’s Attorney General Underdog Fantasy, which is one of the big players in the US DFS market, has struck […]
Legal
July 1, 2025
Sweden Orders Betsson to Return $623K to Harmed Player
Sweden’s Supreme Court has ruled that Betsson has to repay a Swedish problem gambler who lost half a million euros to the company. The company, which failed to appeal the decision, said that it regrets the fact but doesn’t believe that it will affect its financial outlook. BML Group Awarded VIP Status to a Problem […]
