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Jerome García
Senior JournalistJerome provides expert industrial analysis, exploring the shifting dynamics of emerging markets throughout the digital age. With a background in applied economics, he decodes how rapid digitalization and tech infrastructure disrupt traditional supply chains. His data-driven insights empower global investors and executives to navigate volatile economies and capitalize on untapped, high-growth opportunities worldwide.
Sports
October 9, 2025
NCAA Open to Student-Athletes Being Able to Wager on Pro Sports
The NCAA has been debating whether to allow student-athletes to be able to wager on professional sports. The NCAA sees no reason for student-athletes to be prohibited from placing a flutter on their favorite pro sports, and any restrictions around this may soon be dropped at long last. The NCAA is Theoretically OK with Student-Athletes […]
Sports
October 9, 2025
AGLC Appoints Two Hockey Players as RG Ambassadors
Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC) is keen to make sure that Canadians are watching sports while being aware of the risks associated with problem gambling. To this end, the AGLC has secured two hockey players as brand ambassadors. They will act as ambassadors for safer gambling for the Play Alberta iGaming platform, the AGLC’s […]
Industry
October 9, 2025
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario Fines theScore
theScore, one of the most prominent licensed sports betting operators, has been hit with a financial penalty by Ontario’s gambling regulator, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). The fine is CAD 105,000 (around $75,300) was issued because of the case of a high-risk player who was allowed to gamble through CAD $2.5 million, […]
Casino
October 8, 2025
Man Steals $450K to Fuel Gambling, Faces up to Six Years in Prison
James Hoffman, 42, of Depew, has entered a plea agreement, admitting to having stolen close to $450,000 ($446,118.42) from a volunteer fire company to fuel his gambling addiction, as well as make personal purchases. The development was announced by New York’s Erie County District Attorney Michael Keane, who said that Hoffman has acknowledged his fault […]
Casino
October 8, 2025
Bellagio Hit with Lawsuit by Man Who Was Assaulted over Slot Jackpot
Hitting a jackpot win at a casino is a dream come true for many people, or at least a way to lift their mood and enjoy themselves. Yet, imagine if you were assaulted shortly after the win – this could definitely dampen your spirits. Trio Seeks to Claim Another Player’s Jackpot This is what happened […]
Industry
October 8, 2025
UKGC Moves Ahead with Mandatory Deposit Limits to Strengthen Player Protection
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is moving forward with new measures to strengthen consumer protections and help players control their spending. This measure marks another milestone in a broader overhaul of responsible gambling measures. The UKGC noted that these measures are necessary to keep pace with shifting industry dynamics and a rise in gambling harm. […]
Casino
October 8, 2025
Relax Gaming Celebrates 24th Mega Jackpot Winner
Relax Gaming has minted its 24th Dream Drop Mega Jackpot millionaire, with a person winning EUR 1,996,051, or over $2.28 million off a single EUR 1 wager, roughly $1.16. The win marks the latest significant achievement in the format’s success and has awarded the prize to a Finnish player. Big Dream Drops Jackpot Millionaire Minted […]
Lottery
October 7, 2025
Lottery Winner Goes on a Bender After Winning $1.3M, Ends Up in Hospital
Adam Lopez, a Norfolk, England resident, who won $1.3 million, had too much of a good thing, with the man ending up in hospital on September 10, suffering from pulmonary embolism. This came on the tail of a party bender that saw Lopez lean heavily into the win and enjoy the finer things of life […]
Industry
October 7, 2025
Tabcorp’s and Gambling Industry Veteran Calls for Ban, Restrictions on Ads in Australia
Former Tabcorp boss, Elmer Funke Kupper, has sounded the alarm over the existing regulatory framework protecting consumers in Australia. According to Kupper, the Albanese Government needs to get serious about enacting meaningful change in strengthening the existing gambling advertising rules, in particular. Ex Gambling Boss Miffed at Frequency of Gambling Ads, Ponders Implications Kupper has […]
Sports
October 7, 2025
Aussie Woman Sues Sportsbook for Allowing Accountant to Gamble $542K Away
A woman in Australia has brought a lawsuit against Flutter Entertainment’s Sportsbet, The Age, a local media outlet, originally reported. The lawsuit alleges that the woman’s account had misappropriated her life savings and allowed him to burn through an estimated AUD 820,000 or roughly $542,106, with Sportsbet not intervening to ensure the source of the […]
