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Jerome García
Senior JournalistJerome provides expert industrial analysis, exploring the shifting dynamics of emerging markets throughout the digital age. With a background in applied economics, he decodes how rapid digitalization and tech infrastructure disrupt traditional supply chains. His data-driven insights empower global investors and executives to navigate volatile economies and capitalize on untapped, high-growth opportunities worldwide.
Industry
November 18, 2024
Safer Gambling Week 2024 Kicks Off Backed by Regulators, Industry
This Monday marks the start of the 2024 Safer Gambling Week (SGW), an event that seeks to promote safer gambling, raise awareness of the importance of using responsible gambling tools and provide support and advice to people who need it. The Event Will Help Promote Responsible Gambling, the Use of Safer Gambling Tools The event […]
Industry
November 18, 2024
Kalshi Plans for Bigger Future Following Election Triumph
The recent US Presidential Election, which resulted in a resounding win for the former president, Donald Trump, attracted bets in billions across different platforms in the country. Kalshi Plans to Exponentially Grow Its Offering Trading contracts platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket indicated a record surge in demand and interest in betting on the election. […]
Industry
November 18, 2024
Texas Betting Effort to Gain Momentum with DraftKings Lobbying
Texas, the second-largest US state in terms of population, currently offers limited forms of gambling. With several horse racetracks, casinos operated by Native American Tribes and a lottery, the state doesn’t offer a lot of gambling options. Still, efforts toward the expansion of the activity with the legalization of Las Vegas-style casino gambling and sports […]
Legal
November 18, 2024
MLBPA and FanDuel Agree to Dismiss Image Rights Violations Lawsuit
In September, DraftKings and FanDuel, among other betting companies, were named defendants in lawsuits filed by the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA). In the legal claims, the Association alleged image rights violations, accusing the betting companies of using player images and names without permission. Now, at least one of the lawsuits was resolved Friday. […]
Industry
November 15, 2024
Netflix’s Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul Betting Banned in Some States
A stroke of genius for Netflix and a way to get a big fat paycheck for both Jake Paul, an influencer-cum-boxer and Mike Tyson, a boxing legend, who is well past his fighting prime, the upcoming fight due in several hours has caused quite a stir already. Either way, the bout is happening, offering outstanding […]
Casino
November 15, 2024
CEASE Hopes GOP Support Could Help It End In-Door Smoking in New Jersey
Political capital is important, and the Casino Employees Against Smoking Effects or CEASE already enjoys friends in high places. Brian Bergen, the Assembly Republican whip, has become the latest figure to throw his weight behind CEASE’s cause, which wants to see an exemption that allows casinos to offer in-door smoking on their gaming floors ended. […]
Lottery
November 15, 2024
Nigerian Man Fakes Kidnapping to Dodge Loan Sharks
E. A., a 41-year-old man from Irolo-Remo in Ogun State, Nigeria is in even more trouble now than when he conceived a desperate plan to escape his gambling debts over what appeared to be a small sum. Man Goes to Desperate Lengths to Avoid Gambling Debt The man was arrested by police officers who found […]
Business
November 14, 2024
Gambling.com Reports Solid Q3 Growth, Raises Full-Year Expectations
The provider of digital marketing services powering the global online gambling industry, Gambling.com, released its latest financial update. A New Quarterly Revenue Record On Thursday, the company uncovered details regarding its performance for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024, pointing to strong adjusted EBITDA growth in combination with an increase in revenue. Besides details […]
Industry
November 14, 2024
Banned Gambler Wins in Indiana Casino, Faces Charges
Cheating in casinos across the United States can have different consequences for the people who attempt it. Most of the time the sum lost to the unlawful activity is considered but a cheating attempt may result in further charges that depending on the state can be misdemeanors or even felonies. In one such criminal case […]
Sports
November 14, 2024
Portland Trail Blazers Address Gambler’s Comment with Addiction Hotline
The expansion of sports betting across the United States came along with fears of excessive gambling and abuse against professional and collegiate athletes. As it turns out, concerns about athlete abuse are not unfounded, considering there’s a growing number of bettors who may post threatening messages on social media or use other means to affect […]
