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Jerome García
JournalistJerome brings a wealth of journalistic experience within the iGaming sector. His interest in the industry began after graduating from college, where he regularly participated in local poker tournaments. This exposure led him to the growing popularity of online poker and casino rooms. Jerome now channels all the knowledge he's accrued to fuel his passion for journalism, providing our team with the latest scoops online.
Industry
November 21, 2024
Gambling Help Hotline Calls Rise in Arkansas, Council Warns
Currently, Arkansas is among the states that offer casino gambling, as well as legal sports betting. Retail betting outlets are available at the state’s three casinos, but mobile betting is also an option for residents of the state through Betly Sportsbook, Oaklawn Sports and BetSaracen. However, the expansion of wagering sounds the alarm about the […]
Industry
November 21, 2024
Belgium: Study Links Video Game Gambling Features to Teen Gambling
The first-person shooter game by Valve, Half-Life 2 recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. Unlike present-day games, the 2004-released game which is already recognized as classic doesn’t offer the popular loot boxes that grant a chance for a cosmetic item, special weapon or other valuable in-game item. While loot boxes are an inseparable part of most […]
Casino
November 21, 2024
Culinary Union Criticizes Virgin Las Vegas for Hiring Strikebreakers
The contract for hospitality workers at Virgin Las Vegas expired last summer. Despite the attempts of the Culinary Union to negotiate with the operator, a new contract with better working conditions is yet to be signed. In light of this, hundreds of workers went on strike on Friday just ahead of the upcoming F1 Grand […]
Industry
November 21, 2024
IGT Confirms Cybersecurity Incident, Launches Investigation
Cyberattacks are not uncommon, especially in the global gambling industry. In 2023, two recognizable gambling operators became victims of cybersecurity breaches. That is the case for MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment. Now, another recognizable company within the vertical was affected by a cyberattack. The Cyberattack Temporary Impacted Internal Systems and Applications A filing with the […]
Lottery
November 20, 2024
Mega Millions Jackpot Survives Latest Draw, Gets Closer to $500M
Tuesday marked the latest Mega Millions drawing. While many tried their luck, nobody matched correctly all winning numbers, enabling the jackpot to continue growing closer to the mind-blowing sum of half a billion dollars. The Lottery Game’s Grand Prize Estimated at $453M for Next Drawing The Mega Millions drawing on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, saw […]
Industry
November 20, 2024
Dutch Lawmakers Propose Gambling Ads, Credit Card Ban
More countries across Europe are considering expanding the restrictions on gambling advertising amid growing fears of addiction and harm. In 2021, the Netherlands opened its online gambling market, paving the way to licensed iGaming activities. Now, several years later, concerns about the impact on young people pushed lawmakers to file a new proposal that called […]
Industry
November 20, 2024
Irish Man’s Gambling Debt Exposed After €500K Cannabis Arrest
A Dublin man who was caught in possession of hundreds of thousands of euros worth of cannabis he sold to try and settle a gambling debt was recently sentenced to prison. Massive Drug Bust The criminal case against the 43-year-old Dublin resident identified with the initials T.D. was recently heard by the Dublin Circuit Criminal […]
Industry
November 20, 2024
Gambling Legislation to Return on Lawmaker’s Agenda in Alabama
With limited options for casino gambling, historical horse racing and a lottery, Alabama is among the states that is yet to grow its gambling industry. Sports betting is also off the table in the state, despite being available in most of the neighboring states. Lawmakers May Give Gambling Expansion Another Shot Next Year Despite the […]
Sports
November 20, 2024
Australian Gambling Groups Pay AU$400 for IDs, Raising Concerns
It is not uncommon for bookmakers to restrict the accounts of bettors who are constantly winning. At the same time, some betting companies provide major incentives until a certain timeframe in order to engage with new customers. However, a practice that is picking up speed in Australia is raising concerns among bookmakers and regulators alike, […]
Industry
November 20, 2024
Thailand: Woman Kills Friend, Steals $2K to Settle Gambling Debt
A crippling gambling addiction can bring more than financial harm. People suffering from problem gambling can engage in unlawful activities. While fraud, scams or theft are by no means minor crimes, some people, pushed by gambling debt may even consider murder or robberies. In one such criminal case from Thailand, a 65-year-old woman was killed […]
