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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
April 3, 2024
Ukraine Considers New Restrictions for Online Gambling
On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine in what can only be described as an unprecedented act of war. This invasion became the largest attack on a sovereign European country ever since World War II. The war resulted in the displacement of millions of Ukrainians and the death of civilians and military personnel. While the […]
Industry
April 3, 2024
New Jersey Gambling Regulator to Change Revenue Reporting Methodology
The regulation of gambling activities, including licensing, monitoring of the market and releasing monthly and yearly financial reports for licensees in New Jersey is in the hands of the regulator in the state, the Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE). Currently, the gambling regulator discloses monthly data regarding the reported proceeds from iGaming, casino and sports […]
Business
April 2, 2024
Advent International to Take Nuvei Private Under New Agreement
The leading payment technology provider, powering companies across the globe, Nuvei Corporation, announced a new strategic agreement. On Monday, the company confirmed it has entered into a definitive arrangement agreement to be taken private by the leading and most experienced global private equity investor, Advent International. The latest move is supported by the company’s holders […]
Business
April 2, 2024
NY Betting Operators Post Uptick in Handle Fueled by March Madness
January 8, 2022, marked a monumental date for betting enthusiasts and sports fans alike in New York. This was the date when the state officially launched its online sports betting market, paving the way for the exponential expansion of the activity across The Empire State. Since the launch of mobile betting, more than two years […]
Business
April 2, 2024
DraftKings Triumphs as “Clear Winner” among Competitors, Says New Survey
Amid the expansion of sports betting across the United States, competition in the sector remains fierce. Currently, close to 40 states offer some form of legal wagering on sports, with most providing options for both retail and online/mobile betting services. With that in mind, each state represents a competition for sports betting operators, despite the […]
Business
April 2, 2024
Fitch: Bally’s Corporation’s Rating Downgraded, Outlook Negative
The leading ratings agency, Fitch Ratings, announced a new downgrade, affecting Bally’s Corporation. This marked another downgrade for the company recently, which has now seen action from three rating agencies, Fitch included. On Monday, Fitch Ratings said that it downgraded the company’s Issuer Default Rating (IDR) from “B+” to “B.” Additionally, the company said it […]
Industry
April 1, 2024
Problem Gambling Contacts on the Rise in Florida
Legal wagering on sports has been expanding from one state to another ever since 2018 when the US Supreme Court struck down PASPA. Legalization of the activity was left in the hands of lawmakers in each state which paved the way for legal wagering in nearly 40 US states by now. Yet, amid the expansion […]
Lottery
April 1, 2024
Man Who Claimed £2.5M Jackpot with Fake Ticket Freed
A 58-year-old man who was convicted of raping a 17-year-old girl more than three decades ago and was recently serving a sentence for fraud after claiming a multi-million lottery jackpot was recently released. The case involves a person with the initials E.P., who used to be a builder before co-conspiring to claim £2.5 million ($3.2 […]
Industry
April 1, 2024
Macau on the Road to Recovery Pushed by Mass Market Segment
Currently, there are tough restrictions when it comes to gambling in China. The country doesn’t permit poker, casino gambling or iGaming activities, with the sole exception being Macau, China’s Special Administrative Region. For two decades, Macau has been growing its position as a leading gambling hub for the Asian region. However, the COVID-19 pandemic which […]
Industry
April 1, 2024
California: Police Seizes Illegal Gambling Machines, Tobacco Products
A recent operation against illegal cannabis, tobacco products and gambling machines was conducted in Modesto, California. The multi-agency effort resulted in the arrest of several individuals after six businesses, including smoke shops, underwent searches last week. Prior to the searches, the Modesto Police Department sent notices on two separate occasions to a number of local […]
