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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.
Sports
June 19, 2024
Euro 2024 Bettor Narrowly Misses $2.5M Prize
A Euro 2024 bettor has narrowly missed a $2.5 million payout during the recent clash between Portugal and the Czech Republic. The match took place at the Leipzig Stadium and ended with Portugal as the winner. However, the team failed to reach the score the player had hoped for. The bet, which was placed with […]
Legal
June 18, 2024
High 5 to Pay Back Millions as WA Deems Its Products Illegal
High 5 Games, a New York-based gaming company, has found itself in hot water as its social casino apps have been labeled as “illegal gambling” in Washington. Western Washington District Court Judge Tiffany Cartwright determined that the company’s products violate the state’s gambling rules, potentially forcing High 5 to pay back the money it took […]
Industry
June 18, 2024
JMP: DraftKings Cannibalized Fanatics’ Market Share in May
Equity research specialist JMP Securities has published its US sports betting report for May, outlining slight market changes. According to the firm, DraftKings’ market share soared that month, although the company was still unable to surpass FanDuel. As data from Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, New Jersey, New York and Kansas shows, operators recorded a 72% […]
Sports
June 17, 2024
MLB Umpire Opts to Appeal Betting-Related Discipline
Major League Baseball (MLB) announced that it has penalized umpire Pat Hoberg over a gambling violation. According to the league, Hoberg opted to appeal the discipline. The MLB is yet to announce the exact nature of the alleged breach but clarified that it has represented a violation of the league’s gambling rules. The irregularity was […]
Casino
June 17, 2024
Caesars Shareholders Reject Proposal to Study the Benefits of Going Smoke-Free
Caesars Entertainment’s shareholders are apparently not on board with a recent proposal to study the effects of smoke-free casinos. While activists continue to fervently promote the idea of smoke-free casinos, citing health-related concerns, gambling companies and their investors remain obstinate in maintaining the status quo. The proposal was filed by public health and labor advocates […]
Industry
June 14, 2024
Genting Is Still Considering NYSE or Nasdaq NY Listing
Genting Malaysia, a casino & hospitality giant, is still considering going public in New York. As a result, the company’s shares could potentially appear on the Nasdaq or New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). The matter was once again discussed at the recent annual meeting where Tan Kong Han, the casino giant’s president and chief operating […]
Industry
June 14, 2024
NSW Government Considers Increasing the Betting Tax
The government of New South Wales is considering a tax increase of 5%, according to The Sydney Morning Herald. Under this proposal, filed by industry powerhouse Tabcorp, the tax on all bets would be increased from 15% to 20%. This would align NSW’s point of consumption tax (POCT) with that of Queensland. Analysts believe that […]
Industry
June 14, 2024
Crystal Palace’s Gambling Deal with Net88 Attracts Scrutiny
Crystal Palace FC’s recent gambling sponsorship doesn’t sit well with all fans. Set to run until the summer of 2026, the record two-year deal will see Net88’s logo appear on the club’s jerseys. As agreed, Net88’s logo will be added to the front of the soccer team’s Premier League shirts. The deal will continue until […]
Lottery
June 13, 2024
Filipino Player Wins $572K Mega Lotto Jackpot
A lucky player from the Philippines has won a life-changing PHP 33.5 million (approximately $572,000) jackpot playing the Mega Lotto. According to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO), the person succeeded in matching all six winning numbers correctly. The Wednesday night’s Mega Lotto 6/45 drawing saw 7, 40, 25, 8, 30 and 39 as the […]
Industry
June 13, 2024
Connecticut to Ban Bovada, Following Michigan’s Example
Connecticut is reportedly set to take a “hardline stance” against Bovada, one of America’s biggest unlicensed operators, the Sports Betting Dime reported. The news outlet announced that it contacted a member of a local regulator who confirmed that a cease-and-desist letter is in the making. The Department of Consumer Protection Gaming Division spokesperson said that […]
