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Mike Johnson
Lead EditorMike made his mark on the industry at a young age, consulting for companies that would later become regulators. As one of the lead editor of Gambling News, he dedicates his weekdays to this project, aiming to educate the masses on the latest developments in the gambling circuit. His expertise and passion for the industry make him an invaluable asset to our team.
Business
August 1, 2019
Penn Forges 20-Year Deals with DraftKings, STG, Others
Penn National has signed partnerships with multiple betting and gaming companies, including PointsBet, theScore, The Stars Group, DraftKings, and Kambi. Penn National Adds Multiple Big Gaming and Betting Brands Penn National has signed up a number of partnership agreements with prominent suppliers and brands of various sports betting, poker, and gambling products. The US-based casino […]
Casino
July 30, 2019
Chicago’s Casino Location to be determined by Poll
Chicago mayor launches poll asking residents to weigh in on the decision where to place casino Sites for the new resort are aimed at neighborhoods in need of economic stimulation Union Gaming chosen to deliver an economic feasibility study, aimed at assisting the decision 2019 is becoming a noteworthy year in terms of the United […]
Business
July 28, 2019
Walt Disney Settles with Genting over Fox Deal
Walt Disney and Genting settle in Fox Case Fox World to be renamed to Genting Genting overcomes an important setback in its investment portfolio Walt Disney has agreed to honor the original deal struck between Fox and Genting back in 2013, allowing Genting to use Fox assets in the rebranded Fox World resort. Walt Disney, […]
Casino
July 27, 2019
New Jersey Posts Growth for 13th Consecutive Month
New Jersey’s results improve 13 months in a row Mobile dominates the sports betting vertical The Garden State posts better results year-over-year New Jersey’s casino industry has grown for 13th consecutive month, posting a stronger overall financial year. New Jersey’s Casinos Show a Solid Financial Year New Jersey’s casino industry has been keeping steady throughout […]
Esports
July 25, 2019
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment New Echo Fox Owner, Sources
Following the fallout between Echo Fox owners over the use of racist slurs, an investor will now purchase the team for $30 million, sources say. Kroenke Sports Reportedly Buys Echo Fox Echo Fox will be selling its League of Legends Championship Series franchise, the Riot Games hosted competition running around the globe and culminating in […]
Business
July 23, 2019
Better Collective Boosts U.S. Portfolio, Adds Betting Portals
Better Collective has acquired two dominant sports betting brands in the United States, namely the Florida-based Vegas Insider and Scores and Odds. The agreed upon acquisition amounts to the price of 20 million USD for both websites and has been completed through Better Collective’s wholly-owned US subsidiary. Each of the brands has established itself as […]
Business
July 21, 2019
Betsson and Svenska Spel Find Swedish Market Tough
Betsson and Svenska Spel among the affected operators in Sweden Results fall across the board for all operators Bonuses and advertisement could be banned Betsson is the latest operator to be affected by the tough Swedish market where regulatory measures intensify. Svenska Spel and Betsson’s Results Tank in Sweden Newly-regulated, the Swedish gambling market has […]
Business
July 19, 2019
Betfred Goes Launches Iowa with New Partnership
Betfred announces U.S. Expansion in Iowa The UK sportsbook is teaming up with Grand Falls Casino Resort Betfred will bring the full offer of its platform, including mobile and online betting Betfred has teamed up with Grand Falls Casino Resort to introduce its full sports betting portfolio in Iowa, the United States. Betfred Expands to […]
Business
July 16, 2019
NY’s Rivers and Tioga Sports Betting Launches on July 16
Rivers Casino launches betting offer today Tioga Downs to open by the end of the week Oneida will roll out its own spotsbook with Caesars New York spots bettors will be able to place their first sports bets starting on July 16 with more betting venue launches coming later this week. New York’s Rivers and […]
Business
July 12, 2019
Wynn to Spend $2bn on Macau Expansion Project
Wynn Resorts Ltd. is boosting its clout in Macau with a $2bn project that will result in 1,300 new rooms and a new building next to the existing Wynn Palace. Wynn Eyes $2bn Expansion in Macau Following tumultuous past two years, Wynn Resorts Ltd. seems to be back in its stride, announcing a $2 billion […]