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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
March 27, 2025
AGCO Slaps CA$110K Fine on BetMGM Canada for Cash Promos
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has named BetMGM Canada Inc. as the latest company against which to issue an enforcement action. The operator has been fined CA$110,000 for violations under the Registrar’s Standards for Internet Gaming, as confirmed by the regulator. Ontario Goes After BetMGM Canada for Unauthorized Marketing The regulator stepped […]
Industry
March 27, 2025
Alberta Setting the Stage for Regulated iGaming Market, Welcoming Offshore Bookies
Alberta’s provincial government in Canada is preparing to expand on the existing online gambling market by allowing more licensees to join in. Right now, the Alberta Gaming Liquor and Cannabis Commission runs the only available online gambling website locally, PlayAlberta.ca, but this is set to change with the introduction of more licensees. Alberta Seeks to […]
Casino
March 27, 2025
Woman Sues Palms Casino for 22-Story Elevator Drop
Rebecca Keith Wood is now seeking damages from the property, following the incident, having filed a lawsuit against both Palms Casino and Otis, as confirmed by The Las Vegas Review-Journal, which did the original reporting. Palms Casino Guest Seeks Damages from Casino and Maintenance Firm The accident took place on May 5, 2023, but Wood […]
Casino
March 27, 2025
Pennsylvania Adds 19 People on Involuntary Exclusion Lists
Pennsylvania has extended its various involuntary lists with 19 additions of people who have been found of different breaches of the state’s gambling, criminal, and civil laws. The latest enforcement action has put the total number of people to have been excluded by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board to 1,363 people, specifically across the state’s […]
Industry
March 27, 2025
Arkansas Bans Greyhound Racing and Simulcast Betting
Following an attempt to legalize online gambling at the expense of sweepstakes pitched last month, Arkansas is now plowing forward with a new important move prohibiting greyhound racing. Arkansas Moves against Greyhound Racing with Decisive Step Forward A bill signed by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders on Tuesday effectively bans the activity along with a restriction […]
Legal
March 26, 2025
Interpol & African Authorities Crack Down on Cross-Border Crime Syndicate
An Interpol crackdown on gambling and financial crime in Africa has led to hundreds of arrests. According to officials, the operation’s success demonstrated the importance of international cooperation. Operation Red Card Was a Resounding Success Operation Red Card, an initiative to snuff out a fraudulent cross-border operation in Africa has had resounding success, resulting in […]
Business
March 26, 2025
PCH Teams Up with SCCG Management, Reportedly Considers Social Casino Gaming
Publishers Clearing House (PCH), an American sweepstakes company, is reportedly looking to expand into the social casino sector. The business, best known for its door-to-door marketing and prize-based games, has now unveiled a partnership with gaming advisory giant SCCG Management. PCH Reportedly Seeks Online Sweepstakes Opportunities SCCG Management describes itself as a “leading advisory firm […]
Sports
March 26, 2025
Insider Betting and Unreported Injury Led to the Suspension of Two UFC Athletes
MMA athlete Jeff Molina has been accused of leveraging inside information to wager on a UFC match in 2022. The fighter was aware of an injury a fellow fighter had sustained and leveraged this information to place a privileged bet. Hearing Revealed Two Players Were Suspended for Violations In November 2022, Darrick Minner faced off […]
Insider
March 26, 2025
TaDa Gaming: “Fishing-Shooting games are revolutionising iGaming”
Disclaimer: This article has been contributed by TaDa Gaming Sean Liu, Director of Product Management. Fishing-shooting games give players a more engaging way to win, and TaDa Gaming is leading the charge, expanding across Europe and Latin America. This isn’t just another trend; it’s a whole new way to play. It is no secret that […]
Industry
March 26, 2025
Duncan Garvie Sounds the Alarm on Fake Suppliers Posing as Real Developers
Duncan Garvie, a well-known stakeholder in the gaming world and the person behind BetBlocker, has just warned about a fresh round of tricks in the online casino arena. Garvie Exposes Criminal Groups Behind Fake Games with Rigged RTP Settings Garvie shared worrying news about crime rings that are busy making fake games to cheat players […]
