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Fiona Simmons's latest articles
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
September 11, 2024
Coalition Urges Missourians to Strike Down Sports Betting Measure
Missourian activist have banded together to oppose the potential introduction of sports betting in the state. The organization is called Missourians Against the Deceptive Online Gambling Amendment and seeks to convince voters that the legalization is a “bad deal.” The Coalition Accused the Industry of Using Deceptive Arguments Brooke Foster, spokeswoman for Missourians Against the […]
Industry
September 11, 2024
Kane Purdy Highlights the Importance of GamProtect at Launch Event
Kane Purdy, operations managing director at Gamesys, participated in the launch event of GamProtect, a new player safety scheme. At the event, Purdy, who also serves as chair of GamProtect’s board, spoke about the scheme, highlighted its importance and thanked everyone who made its launch possible. GamProtect Launches amid Rapid Industry Growth GamProtect was been […]
Industry
September 11, 2024
Austria: OVWG Advises Reforms Following Supreme Court Ruling
The Austrian Association for Betting and Gambling (OVWG) has appealed for gambling reforms amid an increase in gambling-related lawsuits. According to the organization, the recent Supreme Court decision underscores a need for better and more precise gambling regulation. The OVWG Advised Reforms In August, Austria’s Supreme Court ruled that local players can sue online gambling […]
Business
September 11, 2024
DraftKings Eyes Other Solutions to Deal with Taxes after Surcharge Failed
DraftKings recently gave up on its plans for a surcharge fee after it received а strong backlash from its customer base. Fans were not on board with the changes, which caused an immediate blow to the operator’s stock. The company might have given up on the surcharge but it is still looking for ways to […]
Business
September 11, 2024
Endeavor Putting OpenBet and IMG Arena for Sale
Endeavor, a talent and media holding form, has confirmed that it will be divesting OpenBet and IMG Arena, and is attempting to sell the assets. This process began during the second quarter and the search for a buyer is ongoing. Oakvale Capital, a top iGaming M&A firm, is facilitating the search for potential buyers. As […]
Industry
September 10, 2024
Maryland Sportsbooks Contributed $5M to Education in August
Maryland’s betting market has contributed over $5 million to the state in August, fueling local education through the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund. The industry has so far donated over $100 million to the cause since the regulation of online wagering. The Betting Industry Continues to Fuel Public Education In August 2024, Maryland’s 11 mobile […]
Business
September 10, 2024
Penn CEO Snowden Purchases $850K Worth of Company Stock
Penn Entertainment CEO Jay Snowden remains confident in the company’s stock, despite its recent decline. To highlight his trust in the company, the executive expanded its stake in the operator, purchasing 54,200 more shares for approximately $1 million. Snowden Now Owns Almost a Million Shares The purchase was outlined in a recent Securities and Exchange […]
Industry
September 10, 2024
Brazil Takes a Stance against Riskier Games, Blocks a Dozen Sites
Brazil continues its journey toward regulated betting by taking action against games that are deemed harmful. To that end, the São Paulo Ministry of Finance targeted games that offer unrealistic returns, including titles such as Fortune Tiger and Fortune Dragon, among additional slots and other games. A New Measure Will Restrict Predatory Games The Ministry […]
Lottery
September 9, 2024
Mega Millions Ticket Price to Increase in April, Reports Say
Mega Millions, one of America’s favorite lottery games, is set to raise the price of its tickets, in line with its earlier plans. The controversial price hike is expected to take place in April, potentially changing how people view the game. The Game Is Set to Change As previously announced, Mega Millions would raise the […]
Legal
September 9, 2024
Wynn Las Vegas Forfeits $130M to Settle Financial Offenses Allegations
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that Wynn Las Vegas, Wynn Resorts’ Vegas-based subsidiary, has agreed to pay over $130 million to settle claims that it worked with unlicensed money transfer companies. According to the DOJ, this is the largest such forfeiture by a casino company yet. The Company Allegedly Conspired with Illegal Businesses […]
