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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
October 16, 2024
BTS’ Jimin Victim of Fraud by Comedian Lee Jin Ho over Gambling Debt
Across the globe, people affected by problem gambling can quickly pile up debt. This in turn pushes some into criminal activities such as theft, fraud, or even murder in some cases. A crippling gambling addiction is the main reason for the tarnished reputation of one popular South Korean comedian who accumulated debt and asked fellow […]
Legal
October 16, 2024
Genting Faces Lawsuit over Alleged Fraud Tied to Resorts World Bimini
A newly filed lawsuit against a Genting Malaysia Berhad US-facing subsidiary accuses the company of fraud, seeking damages of more than $600 million. Company Used as a Financial Wasteland The new legal battle revolves around Resorts World Bimini (RWB) in the Bahamas and was recently filed by RAV Bahamas, a company that holds a 22% […]
Industry
October 15, 2024
More Than Half of UK Residents Support iGaming Tax Hike, Survey
Ahead of the release of the UK government’s Autumn Budget, a newly released study suggests more than half of the Brits support the idea of increasing taxes for online gambling. Three Quarters Support Raising Gambling Taxes Recently, the Labour Party in the country encountered a £22 billion ($28.7 billion) “black hole.” In an effort to […]
Legal
October 15, 2024
Aristocrat Reaches Settlement in IP Dispute with Former Employee
Amid the ongoing battle between Light & Wonder (L&W) and Aristocrat, the latter company settled an intellectual property lawsuit in Australia with one of its former employees who is also named in the legal challenge over L&W’s Dragon Train game. The Former Employee Agreed to Pay Financial Compensation Last week, Aristocrat confirmed that it reached […]
Industry
October 15, 2024
Gambling Addiction Pushes UK Senior to £115K Theft
Gambling addiction can push many into debt but out of desperation, some people may even engage in unlawful activities. In one such criminal case from the United Kingdom, a great-grandmother narrowly avoided time behind bars after stealing more than £100,000 ($130,800) from a charity. Charity Treasurer Stole Thousands of Pounds The case involved a 65-year-old […]
Sports
October 15, 2024
Study Highlights the Financial Impact of Legal Betting in Kansas
This September marked the second anniversary of the launch of legal sports betting in Kansas. While legal wagering on sports continues to expand across the country, researchers in Kansas joined forces to evaluate the impact of the activity. The Effect of Betting on Vulnerable Families Is Greater Legal online and retail betting arrived for Kansas […]
Legal
October 15, 2024
Arkansas: Court Partially Blocks Challenge to Anti-casino Measure
Voters in Arkansas approved four casino licenses back in 2018. While three casinos have been established already, the fourth license, the one in Pope County, was tangled in a prolonged legal battle. Now, a Supreme Court decision helped partially resolve the hurdle. The State May Lose Millions If Issue 2 Receives Approval On Monday, the […]
Industry
October 15, 2024
Nevada Voters Back Trump over Harris in New RealClearPolitics Poll
There’s still time until the Presidential Election in the United States when Vice President Kamala Harris will face former President Donald Trump. Ahead of the election, a new poll suggests that the former President gained a slight advantage against Harris in one key state, Nevada. Trump Gains Lead in Electoral College Votes Data from RealClearPolitics’ polling tracker gives a […]
Industry
October 14, 2024
Dealer, Player Convicted in Encore Boston Harbor Baccarat Cheating Scheme
Two men, involved in a cheating scheme at Encore Boston Harbor Casino received sentences on Friday, the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office (AGO) revealed. An Investigation Led to the Sentencing of Two Men Involved in Cheating The cheating scheme case was handled by the AGO’s Gaming Enforcement Division assistant attorneys Joseph Posner and Brian Pearly. The […]
Legal
October 14, 2024
Alabama Casino Battle Between Tribes Restarted by Appeals Court
The legal battle between two Native American Tribes in Alabama over a sacred burial ground that was used for the development of a casino continues following a Court of Appeals decision from Friday. Court of Appeals Issues a Ruling on the Case The legal dispute involves the Muscogee Creek Nation and the Poarch Band of […]
