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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.
Legal
April 23, 2024
Ex-Athlete Gets 2 Years in Prison for Running Illegal Betting
Michael Frontier, a former MMA fighter who became an illegal bookmaker, has been sentenced to two years in prison despite his claims that he is now a changed man, The Chicago Tribune reported. According to the lawsuit, the former athlete’s unlicensed gambling operation also had links with local Mafia groups. The 39-year-old, whose LinkedIn page […]
Industry
April 23, 2024
Trinity Health Urges Bally’s Shareholders to Reject Indoor Smoking
Trinity Health’s efforts against indoor smoking continue as the Michigan charity doubles down on its goal of taking the fight to the shareholder level. The Livonia-headquartered nonprofit hospital network hopes to end smoking at Bally’s Corporation-owned properties across the country and end the operator’s exemption from the smoking bans in places like Rhode Island and […]
Lottery
April 22, 2024
Lottery Winners Asked to Restitute $30,000 Because of Fraud
Iowa roommates tried to cheat the state lottery and must now return $30,000, as per a court ruling. The pair had devised a scheme under which Sandra Crow fraudulently claimed the $30,000 prize, taking the lump sum of $21,300. However, Alvin Hans Larsen III, her roommate, was the actual winner. Through this fraud, Larsen III […]
Legal
April 22, 2024
Cayuga Nation Takes NYSGC to Court over IGRA Violation
The Cayuga Nation was not amused to find lottery tickets being sold on its reservation. As a result, the tribe is taking the New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC) to court. The tribal nation learned that lottery tickets were being sold on its reservation in the Finger Lakes region, violating its exclusive right to offer […]
Industry
April 22, 2024
UK Government Is Reluctant to Restrict In-Stadium Ads
The UK government is reluctant to introduce stricter restrictions of gambling advertising in spite of calls from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). In response to the latter body’s second report, the government said that more evidence is needed. For context, the DCMS urged for a reduction in ads during sporting events, […]
Legal
April 22, 2024
NSW Man on Trial for the Murder of a Frail Gambling Addict
The trial of an Australian man who allegedly killed another over a gambling debt has begun. Stephen Staff appeared in the NSW Supreme Court at Wollongong on Monday but denied participating in the fatal beating. The victim, Matthew Davis, 31, died after a fatal bashing and choking in his home in Lake Illawarra. Described as […]
Industry
April 19, 2024
Brazil Rejects Betting Bonuses as Regulatory Policymaking Continues
Brazil’s new regulatory framework would prohibit gambling incentives, such as bonuses and free bets. The new rule is outlined in the new guidelines, published by Brazil’s Ministry of Finance through its Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA). In addition to prohibiting certain payment methods, such as cryptocurrencies, cash and credit cards, the new framework makes […]
Lottery
April 19, 2024
UK National Lottery Winners Support Baby Charity’s Efforts
Winning the lottery is great but being able to help others is even greater. The BBC has spoken with a number of lottery winners who highlighted the importance of giving back. Two Families Supported a Charity’s Efforts The British news outlet spoke with winners who backed the efforts of Baby Basics, a Lowestoft-based charity that […]
Legal
April 18, 2024
Vegas Policeman-Turned-Sex-Offender Runs Away
A former Las Vegas police officer who was accused of sexual misconduct in 2023 is on the run. The defendant, Wendell Phillips, was expected to appear in Clark County District Court on April 11 to face charges but he never showed up. A warrant for his arrest has now been issued. Phillips was arrested in […]
Legal
April 18, 2024
DraftKings Lands in Court over Promotion of “Risk-Free” Bets
Gambling and betting giant DraftKings has found itself in hot water because of its promotion of “risk-free” bets in New York. A class action filed in the Southern District of New York on April 17 accuses the operator of deceptive advertising. The lawsuit was initiated by Samantha Guery through Reese LLP, a professional law firm. […]
