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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.
Industry
November 12, 2025
KSA Partners with Roda JC Kerkrade to Explore Younger Adults’ Betting Habits
The Dutch Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) announced a new joint initiative with Roda JC Kerkrade, a professional soccer club. According to the KSA’s official announcement, the collaboration will seek to understand how the youth in the Parkstad region feel about sports betting. The Probe Will Answer Pressing Questions About Young Adults and Betting The KSA said […]
Industry
November 12, 2025
Illegal Betting Ads Represent the Majority of Ad Violations in India
India continues to struggle with illegal gambling advertising, as unauthorized betting ads continue to comprise the majority of marketing-related violations. Official data shows that betting ad violations comprised approximately 75% of all violations for the period between April and September. Many Breaches Were Tied to Sports Betting According to the Advertising Standards Council of India’s […]
Lottery
November 11, 2025
Two Players Win Jersey Cash 5 Jackpots
The New Jersey Lottery was happy to announce that two more players have won the Jersey Cash 5 jackpot, once again cementing the game’s winning potential. The first jackpot was won on Friday and was followed by a second one on Sunday. The Game Crowned its 56th and 57th Winners According to the New Jersey […]
Business
November 11, 2025
Far East Consortium to Sell Ritz-Carlton Perth Stake to AMTD
Far East Consortium International (FEC) announced its plans to sell a stake in The Ritz-Carlton Perth, a luxury, 5-star hotel on the riverfront at Elizabeth Quay. The buyer, according to a Hong Kong Stock Exchange filing, is AMTD Group, a conglomerate with a portfolio spanning across the media and entertainment, education and training, and premium […]
Industry
November 11, 2025
Blask Passes 107 iGaming Markets Milestone, Plans Further Growth
Blask, an AI-powered iGaming analytics firm, announced that it has surpassed the 100 iGaming markets milestone. The platform is therefore providing analytics in more than half of the countries in the world. Blask Reached a Major Milestone Blask’s global coverage has officially reached 107 iGaming markets thanks to recent expansion into countries across Africa, Asia, […]
Industry
November 10, 2025
Gambling Tax Hikes Looms as Bulgaria Considers 2026 Budget
Bulgaria’s financial sector has been rocked by plans for tax hikes. Among other things, officials have been considering raising the gambling tax by 5%. Tax Hike Is on the Table Bulgaria’s medium-term budget forecast for 2026-2028 has outlined certain changes to the Eastern European country’s Gambling Act. The amendments will see the country’s gambling tax […]
Industry
November 10, 2025
Macau Non-Gambling Spending Rises, in Line with Diversification Efforts
Macau’s non-gaming spending by visitors has continued to swell, amid continued efforts to diversify the local tourism industry and end the region’s reliance on casinos. The most recent statistics show that tourists spent 10% more on things other than gaming in the third quarter of 2025. The Non-Gaming Spend Is on the Rise Macau authorities […]
Industry
November 7, 2025
AskGamblers Complaint Service Has Helped Players Recover $80M
AskGamblers has reported another major milestone for its AskGamblers Casino Complaint Service (AGCCS), saying that it has so far helped players recover a staggering $80 million. AGCCS Has Helped Players Get Back $80M The AGCCS is a service that helps players resolve complaints they have with operators they are playing with. The service is designed […]
Lottery
November 6, 2025
Illinois Lottery Player Wins $1M from Holiday Scratcher
A player from Illinois is preparing to celebrate the holidays of their life after winning a $1 million top prize from a festive scratch-off game. The winner promised to share the money with their mom. A Huge Prize, Just in Time for the Festivities According to the Illinois Lottery’s official announcement, the player won the […]
Industry
November 6, 2025
Spelinspektionen Bans Mystery Box Operator CGG Entertainment
The Swedish Gambling Authority, Spelinspektionen, announced that it has banned yet another gambling operator for offering gaming without a license. The company on the chopping block this time was CGG Entertainment Ltd, according to the regulator’s official announcement. The Operator Offered Mystery Boxes to Swedish Players On November 5, the Spelinspektionen announced that it has […]
