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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
February 16, 2026
California Cardrooms Say New Regulations Could Devastate Entire Cities
California’s new cardroom regulations could have serious adverse effects, businesses warn. Representatives emphasized that profits aren’t the only thing at stake here, since many locals could also lose their jobs. Controversial Cardroom Changes to Come into Effect Soon California’s law provides tribal operators with exclusivity when it comes to casino games. However, cardrooms have for […]
Industry
February 11, 2026
Illinois Considers Reversing Its New Betting Tax Amid a Decline in Bets
Illinois lawmakers have submitted a measure that could overturn the recent introduction of a new tax regime after the changes led to a significant decrease in wagers. Figures from the past few months suggest that the operators might have been right about the adverse effects. Operators Were Wary of the Changes from the Start In […]
Business
February 11, 2026
Novomatic’s Takeover of Ainsworth Game Technology Falls Through
A few days after announcing that its planned acquisition by NOVOMATIC has been postponed once again, Ainsworth Game Technology Limited, an Australia-based gaming provider, confirmed that the deal has fallen through. NOVOMATIC Sought to Acquire the Rest of Ainsworth In its official announcement, Ainsworth commented on NOVOMATIC’s effort to acquire the remainder of the Australian […]
Legal
February 11, 2026
Nevada Considers Civil Enforcement Action Against Kalshi
Nevada’s war on prediction markets continues with mulled legal action against Kalshi, one of the forerunners in this sector. This comes shortly after Nevada reported its post-PASPA low in terms of Super Bowl betting. Nevada’s Fight Against Prediction Markets Rages On Nevada officials are eyeing a potential civil enforcement action against Kalshi in state court, […]
Lottery
February 10, 2026
New York Lottery Unveils Another Million Dollar Raffle Winner
The New York Lottery announced that a player from the Jamaica neighborhood has won the top prize from its Million Dollar Raffle that took place on October 26. As a result, the lucky player became one of the latest millionaires minted by the lottery. Jamaica Player Wins $1M In its announcement, the NY Lottery confirmed […]
Sports
February 10, 2026
Nevada Super Bowl Handle Plummets to Post-PASPA Low
Nevada’s sports betting sector has remained in decline for the second year in a row, reaching its post-PASPA low. As a result, sportsbooks kept roughly $2 million less than they did the previous year. A Weaker Super Bowl for Nevada’s Betting Industry Preliminary figures by the Nevada Gaming show that bettors placed $133.8 million in […]
Industry
February 10, 2026
Arizona Eyes Betting Tax Hike, But Only for the Top Dogs
Arizona is considering a betting tax hike, following a broader trend in America and beyond. Unlike many other markets, however, the state is eyeing an increased tax only for the largest sportsbooks. Arizona Considers a Tiered Tax Format Under Governor Katie Hobbs’s proposed budget for 2027, Arizona could introduce a tiered structure to betting taxes, […]
Industry
February 10, 2026
California Approves Significant Cardroom Changes, to the Industry’s Dismay
California introduced new rules on cardrooms that would change the vertical as players know it. While cardrooms have become a beloved form of entertainment, tribal pressures have long loomed over them. Cardrooms Have Been a Thorn in the Tribal Industry’s Side for Years For context, California’s law provides tribal operators with exclusivity when it comes […]
Business
February 9, 2026
Atlas SEO Closes Office, Putting 50 Jobs at Risk
Atlas SEO, a digital marketing agency based in Norwich, United Kingdom, is set to close its office less than two years after its acquisition by Gentoo Media, a Malta-based affiliate marketing powerhouse. The closure potentially jeopardizes 50 jobs, which might be declared redundant by the parent company. The Company Faced Difficulties in the UK GiG Media […]
Legal
February 9, 2026
Scotts Valley Tribe Continues Fight for Vallejo Casino
The Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians continues its fight for a casino in Vallejo, California. While the tribe insists that the casino would be an important economic driver, competitor tribes have been trying to get it blocked. Competitor Tribes Say the Scotts Valley’s Claim for the Land Is Invalid In the latest development in […]
