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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.
Sports
September 11, 2025
Canadian Senator Wants to Remove, Restrict Sports Gambling Ads
Senator Marty Deacon is confident that sports betting ads are leading to societal harm, especially in young people. Now, he wants to see his Bill S-211 passed through. The proposed piece of legislation seeks to eliminate all commercials that promote sports betting, whether this happens during broadcasts, in physical venues, or online. Gambling Ads Need […]
Casino
September 11, 2025
Amazon Launches Robotaxi Service Zoox in Las Vegas
Amazon’s Zoox, a ride-hailing robotaxi service, hit the streets on Wednesday, September 10, in Las Vegas, Nevada. This is the latest company to join the fray in delivering Americans cheap and autonomous transportation that deals with traffic jitters and allows for comfortable rides from Location A to Location B. Zoox’s Fleet to Hit Streets of […]
Casino
September 11, 2025
Seminole Gaming Tells Florida Residents to Be Wary of Illegal Gambling
Seminole Gaming has issued a public warning trying to raise awareness about the proliferation of illegal gambling in the state, in its various forms. A letter signed by the company’s COO, David Hoenemeyer, the executive, and the firm cautions Florida residents that there are a variety of potential dangers to be mindful of. Illegal Gambling […]
Casino
September 11, 2025
Thailand’s New Prime Minister Appears Gung-ho on Casino Resorts
Anutin Charnvirakul, the newly-appointed Prime Minister of Thailand, has not wasted time mincing his words about how he feels about the introduction of more gambling to the country. Should legislators be looking to pass and introduce casino resorts, for example, as Anutin said, they would be best advised to wait for another prime minister. This […]
Industry
September 11, 2025
Spain to Introduce an AI-Powered RG System Which Flags Issues in Real Time
The DGOJ, Spain’s gambling regulator, has launched a public consultation that will continue through September 25, 2025. The purpose of the consultation is to help establish a new AI-driven system that flags 60 criteria that could be indicative of gambling-related harm and excessive spending, the regulator explained. Spain Set to Develop a Comprehensive State-Backed RG […]
Casino
September 10, 2025
Tribe Wants to Protect the Identity of Individuals Affected by a Data Breach
The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians has confirmed that it will take care of the potential fallout of a cyberattack that affected patrons and guests of its casinos. During a February attack, the tribe reported that five of its Kewadin Casinos on the Upper Peninsula had to shut down on February 11. Casino […]
Casino
September 10, 2025
California’s Onslaught Against Sweepstakes Secures Win in Senate, Assembly Next
California’s Senate has unanimously backed AB 831, a piece of legislation that seeks to outlaw sweepstakes social casinos in the state, arguing that they constitute a form of illegal gambling. The debate about the issue has split the nation and tribal operators, with some siding with the business model and arguing that it is necessary […]
Casino
September 10, 2025
Casino Attendance Remains Moribund Throughout August
The casino attendance doldrums in the United States are still ongoing, with August proving another difficult month for the industry. Although sector unemployment has been improving, the fact remains that casino visitations are down by 5.4% in the month and a whopping 17.5% from pre-pandemic levels, as per a report by Jefferies Equity Research and […]
Casino
September 10, 2025
71-Year-Old Casino Patron Assaulted Outside Jake’s 58 Casino Hotel in Islandia, NY
A man was visiting the Jake’s 58 Casino Hotel in Islandia, New York, when he struck a big payday. The 71-year-old winner was thrilled with the undisclosed amount, which he scored on Saturday, September 6, and was about to go home and celebrate, when, upon leaving the property, another man was waiting for him. Perpetrator […]
Casino
September 9, 2025
VGW and MW Services Face Millions of Tax Demands from the Revenue Department
The Louisiana Department of Revenue is now on the offensive, bringing legal action against VGW and MW Services, two well-established sweepstakes operators, which the department now expects to pay backdated taxes. Legal Opinion Allows Department of Revenue to Go After Sweepstakes Casinos Owing to a written opinion by Attorney General Liz Murrill, the Department can […]
