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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.
Business
March 9, 2021
Sportradar Reportedly Goes Public through Horizon Acquisition Corp. II
Sports integrity and data company, Sportradar, is going public through Horizon Acquisition Corp. II, a source has revealed for Sportico. The two companies reportedly have already entered into private negotiations. A Deal Valued at $10 Billion Sportradar, the Swedish gambling data and integrity company, announced recently that it is in talks to go public through […]
Legal
March 8, 2021
Massachusetts Lawmakers Discuss Sports Betting Legalization
Massachusetts’ lawmakers are still considering the legalization of sports betting in the state. Although several bills propose the expansion of gambling, the state’s legislature is yet to initiate the legalization of sports wagering. Debate on Sports Wagering Legalization in Massachusetts Continues Although many US states have undertaken steps to expand gambling to include sports betting, […]
Business
March 8, 2021
Xace Appoints Annie Osborne as Chief Commercial Officer
Annie Osborne, a payment industry veteran is going to take the position of chief commercial officer at Xace. As CCO, Osborne is going to be responsible for shaping and executing Xace’s commercial sales and marketing strategies and will report directly to the company’s CEO, David Hodkinson. Xace Names Annie Osborne as CCO Fast-growing account and […]
Industry
March 5, 2021
Kindbridge Teams up with Epic Risk Management to Fight Gambling Harm
Kindbridge, the first teletherapy company in the world joined forces with leading gambling harm minimization consultancy, EPIC Risk Management. Under the collaboration, the two companies aim at delivering education, treatment, and prevention techniques for vulnerable groups. EPIC Risk Management and Kindbridge Join Forces World’s first teletherapy company, Kindbridge, announced a strategic partnership with EPIC Risk […]
Business
March 5, 2021
Playtech and Novomatic Americas Ink Strategic Partnership
Playtech, the leading gambling technology company, announced a non-exclusive sports wagering agreement with Novomatic Americas. The agreement builds on existing collaboration between Playtech and Novomatic’s owner, NOVOMATIC AG. Playtech Inks Partnership with Novomatic Americas Leading gambling technology company, Playtech announced a non-exclusive sports betting partnership with Novomatic Americas on Thursday. The agreement builds upon an […]
Legal
March 4, 2021
Georgia May Legalize Gambling via Constitutional Amendment
Georgia legislature may expand gambling in the state via a constitutional amendment. Following a House session on Wednesday, lawmakers proposed a resolution asking Georgia residents to decide on gambling expansion to include pari-mutuel betting, casino gambling, and sports wagering. Georgia’s Gambling Legalization Still en Route After in 2018 the US Supreme Court struck down PASPA […]
Legal
March 4, 2021
Sports Betting Legalization in Texas Still en Route
Four bills propose the legalization of sports wagering in Texas. While the lawmakers are still considering the legal framework, billions of dollars are leaking toward nearby states that offer sports betting legally. One way to legalize sports wagering is via Dan Huberty’s HB 2070 which calls for a constitutional amendment. Texas Lawmakers Are Still Considering […]
Business
March 3, 2021
Rupert Murdoch Reportedly Plans to Increase Stake in FanDuel
Rupert Murdoch, the owner of Fox Corporation, is reportedly planning to increase his stake in FanDuel. Owned by Flutter Entertainment, FanDuel is among the top sports betting operators rapidly increasing its presence by entering more US regulated markets. Fox Corporation to Increase Stake in FanDuel American media mogul, Rupert Murdoch, maybe planning to invest further […]
Legal
March 3, 2021
Gov. Lamont, Mohegan Tribe Agree on iGaming and Sports Betting
The Mohegan Tribe in Connecticut and Governor Ned Lamont have reached an agreement that would allow sports betting and online gaming. Announced on Monday this week, the new agreement is expected to raise millions of dollars boosting the state’s economy and budget. Gov. Lamont Reaches Agreement with the Mohegan Tribe The Mohegan Tribe and the […]
Business
March 3, 2021
Brian Mattingley to Become Playtech’s Next Chairman
The search for a new Playtech chairman is finally over, with Brian Mattingley moving from 888 Holdings to join the company’s team on June 1, 2021. Brian Mattingley to Step in as Playtech Chairman Two years after Alan Jackson departed from Playtech, the company is close to appointing a new person for the job. According to media […]