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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.
Lottery
July 15, 2024
Aussie Couple Mistake AU$1 Million Lotto Win for AU$1K
A lucky couple from Upper Coomera, Queensland, Australia, thought they did well after winning AU$1,000 ($677) from Saturday Gold Lotto. To their shock and pleasant surprise, the win wasn’t AU$1,000 ($677) but was AU$1 million ($677,500) instead. The couple was among the list of five winners who guessed correctly the winning numbers from Saturday Gold […]
Sports
July 15, 2024
Bettor Misses $1M Parlay Win after England’s Loss to Spain in Euro 2024
A bettor who had the option to cash out their three-legged wager for nearly $400,000 ahead of the final of the European Championship 2024 this Sunday turned down the offer. This resulted in the bettor’s loss who likely won’t ever forget how Spain won against England at the Euro 2024 final. The identity of the […]
Business
July 15, 2024
Rush Street Interactive Sale May Be Imminent, Suggests Report
Earlier this year, rumors emerged about the potential sale of Rush Street Interactive (RSI), the leading betting and gaming operator with a presence across the United States and owner of the popular brand BetRivers. Although the rumors emerged in March, details are scarce with only DraftKings being named as a potential buyer of RSI. Despite […]
Casino
July 15, 2024
Mirage Workers Supported by Unions Ahead of Upcoming Closure
There’s less than a week until the iconic gaming and hospitality resort, The Mirage Hotel & Casino, is expected to close its doors to visitors. The closure is related to a complete overhaul of the property that will transform it into Hard Rock Las Vegas. July 17 will mark the closing date of the Mirage, […]
Sports
July 15, 2024
Analyst Highlights the Growing Competition in US Sports Betting
Following the repeal of PASPA in 2018, sports betting expanded exponentially across the United States. To date, close to 40 states offer some form of sports betting and with the expansion of wagering, competition increased. Currently, an overwhelming majority of the market share is held by two leading betting operators, namely FanDuel and DraftKings. Combined, […]
Lottery
July 12, 2024
Michigan Lottery Winner Enjoys Huge Blessing, Bags $170K Jackpot
After a 67-year-old man from Oak Park, Michigan, remembered to purchase his ticket for the popular Fantasy 5 draw, he was pleasantly surprised to win the game’s jackpot. The Michigan Lottery announced Thursday that the winner of the Fantasy 5 draw from June 3 recently came forward to claim his prize. The name of the […]
Lottery
July 12, 2024
Queensland Player Left Speechless after AU$10M Powerball Win
An incredibly lucky lottery player from Sarina, Queensland, Australia, won’t have to worry about bills or mortgage after securing a mind-boggling AU$10 million ($6.8 million) jackpot earlier this week. The winner, whose name was not disclosed, won the division one prize from Powerball’s draw 1469 on Thursday, July 11, 2024. Considering that the woman from […]
Casino
July 12, 2024
Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana Hits Key Construction Landmark
Earlier this week, the Cordish Gaming Group announced an important appointment by naming Bryan Prettyman senior vice president of property operations at its Live! Casino and Hotel in Louisiana. The important hire strengthened the executive-level team at the casino resort which is expected to open for visitors in Q1 2025. Construction of the gaming and […]
Industry
July 12, 2024
Fanatics Fined $15K in Massachusetts over In-State College Wager
The leading betting operator that continues to expand its presence across the United States, Fanatics, received a new fine in Massachusetts. Currently, the state doesn’t permit wagering on in-state college games. Massachusetts is among a list of states that banned such wagers in a move that seeks to protect young athletes and ensure the integrity […]
Industry
July 12, 2024
Gambler Assaults Partner after €2.5K Loss at Casino de Monte-Carlo
Every gambler likes to win, especially when visiting a brick-and-mortar casino. While everybody loves winning, nobody likes losing. Losses often have a detrimental impact on the well-being of some gamblers, which may even push them to lose control. This is precisely the case of one gambler in his forties who was banned from Monaco and […]
