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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.
Legal
January 15, 2021
Indiana Gets One Step Closer to Legal Online Gambling
Legal online gambling is now one step closer in Indiana after Representative Alan Morrison published a bill proposing the legalization and regulation of the activity. The newly introduced House Bill 1406 proposes a tax rate of 18% on adjusted gross revenues and an initial $500,000 fee for interactive gaming operators. HB 1406 Proposes Online Gambling […]
Legal
January 15, 2021
Connecticut Lawmakers Propose a Gambling Expansion Bill
Lawmakers in Connecticut submitted a bill proposing gambling expansion in the state. The bill arrives only a week after Governor Ned Lamont revealed that he is liaising with tribal partners and neighboring states on a potential gambling expansion and legalization of marijuana in the Constitution State. Connecticut Legislature Propose a Gambling Expansion Bill Shortly after […]
Casino
January 14, 2021
HRI to Expand London Portfolio, Acquires Casino Premise License
The globally recognized brand, Hard Rock International, announced that it acquired a casino premise license from The Ritz Club in London, UK. By acquiring the license, the company will be able to expand its existing London portfolio and establish a new venue. HRI Acquires Casino Premise License in London One of the most globally recognized […]
Business
January 14, 2021
theScore off to a Stellar Start with F2021 Q1 Financial Results
According to recent numbers revealed by the Canadian digital media company, theScore, it looks like the company is off to a stellar start of the year. First-quarter results of the fiscal 2021 year show that the gaming handle of the company grew by 535%. theScore Revealed Numbers Outlining a Stellar 2021 Start The Canadian digital […]
Business
January 13, 2021
Consumer Electronics Show Receives Support by Las Vegas Operators
More than two dozen operators in Las Vegas showed support for the online version of the Consumer Electronics Show by displaying a marquee message before the start of the show. Although the annual event is usually held in Las Vegas, this year’s edition is online because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Operators in Las Vegas Show […]
Sports
January 13, 2021
PointsBet Inks Multi-Year Partnership with Detroit Red Wings
The NHL franchise, Detroit Red Wings named PointsBet an Official Gaming Partner. Under the multi-year agreement, the sportsbook will benefit from the brand display. Furthermore, the agreement brings rebranding of the Sports & Social Detroit venue at Little Caesars Arena to a PointsBet Sports Bar. Detroit Red Wings Names PointsBet an Official Gaming Partner PointsBet, […]
Business
January 12, 2021
Habanero Brings Its Gaming Content to BLOX in Italy
Italy’s leading gaming brands operator BLOX has teamed up with Habanero for additional top-tier gamification options. Habanero Delivers Gaming Portfolio to BLOX A developer of online table games and slots, Habanero has reinforced its Italian footprint with a new content partnership with BLOX, a local operator of gaming and betting brands which is one of […]
Business
January 12, 2021
ESA Gaming Bolsters Italian Footprint with Scommettendo Tie-up
Acclaimed developer of iGaming products ESA Gaming has struck a partnership with Scommettendo, a reputed Italian gaming brand, for its EasySwipe lightweight portfolio of games. ESA Gaming Strikes Another Deal in Italy Provider of unique and innovative iGaming products, ESA Gaming, has taken a new stab at the Italian market by partnering up with local […]
Business
January 11, 2021
GambleAware Shares Details on Its Bet Regret Campaign
Bet Regret is the campaign aiming at raising awareness and reducing ill-placed bets introduced by the gambling harm prevention charity, GambleAware. Launched in 2019, the campaign’s target audience is approximately 2.4 million young adults who frequently place bets online. Bet Regret Asks Gamblers to Pause before Placing a Bet The gambling harm prevention charity, GambleAware […]
Legal
January 11, 2021
Congressman Proposes School Funding with Sports Betting Tax in TN
According to David Hawk, a Tennessee congressman, additional funding may be needed when students return to in-person learning in schools. One source of revenue that may help the schools is the sports betting tax revenue. Will Tennessee’s Schools Receive Funding from Sports Betting Tax? David Hawk, a Tennessee congressman revealed that his priority for this […]