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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.
Blockchain
June 16, 2019
Sportsbet.io Signs Multi-Year Partnership with Watford
Sportsbet.io secures multiple-year partnership with Watford Both the team and cryptocurrency betting agency see synergies More crypto partnerships enter the Premier League Cryptocurrency company & betting operator Sportsbet.io has teamed up with Watford for a three-year sponsorship deal to promote its Bitcoin-backed betting project in the Premier League. Cryptocurrency Betting Agency Sportsbet.io Partners with Watford […]
Business
June 13, 2019
Inspired Entertainment Inc. to Acquire Novomatic UK Arm
Inspired Entertainment announces potential buy-up of Novomatic UK Ltd This includes all businesses owned by Novomatic Asian markets remain Novomatic’ priority Amid rapid expansion in Asia, Novomatic has received a buy-out offer by Inspired Entertainment Inc now interested in purchasing the entire business of the UK-based slot maker. Inspired Entertainment Inc Offers to Buy Novomatic’s […]
Casino
June 13, 2019
Cambodia Continues to Issue Licenses for Casinos in Q1, 2019
Cambodia continues to issue casino licenses at a quick pace A new legal gaming framework arriving soon Sihanoukville troubles with unlicensed operator continue Cambodia is on a casino licensing spree, with 13 new properties added in Q1, 2019. Meanwhile, the Jinding property in Sihanoukville is still refusing to comply with the government’s demands to shut […]
Legal
June 11, 2019
NY Gaming Commission Says Yes to Sports Betting
New York finally passes sports betting Online sports betting to be taxed at 12% Governor Cuomo supports the bill The New York Gaming Commission has come up with a decision allowing spots betting to be introduced to the Empire State. New York Finally Welcomes Sports Betting On June 10, the New York Gaming Commission has […]
Business
June 8, 2019
SBTech and Oregon Lottery Sign to Launch Mobile Spots Betting
The Oregon State Lottery is readying up for a September launch of the sports betting offer with the help of SBTech. SBTech and Oregon Lottery Extend Partnership iLottery supplier SBTech has signed a multi-year contract with the Oregon State Lottery. As a result, SBTech will be powering the retail and mobile sportsbook offering in the […]
Esports
June 6, 2019
Riot Shifts John Needham into Esports Operations Leadership
Needham is replacing the co-heads of esports at Riot Riot continues to be bullish and focus on region-specific expansion Viewership for the esports contest grows as well Riot Games remains bullish about esports prospects while streamlining its internal structure with the most recent shift of John Needham as head of competitive video gaming within the […]
Business
June 6, 2019
Only Native Gambling iOS Apps Allowed in App Store
Gaming companies will need to redevelop non-native iOS apps Apple will remove all non-compliant apps on September 3, 2019 Changes in how casinos and sportsbooks co-exist may be necessary Gaming and betting companies in the U.S. will have to comply with newly-issued guidelines for the App Store or will have their products removed on September […]
Esports
June 5, 2019
Arlington Adds Abacus3 to Connect Esports Audiences, Investors
Photo Credit: Arlington Stadium Esports. ESA adds Abacus3 as marketing partnership Abacus3 will seek to scale fan-investor interaction globally Arlington to be pivotal for esports for years to come The Esports Stadium Arlington has added Abacus3 to help with marketing efforts and connecting investors with new audiences. ESA Signs with Abacus3 to Expand Reach The […]
Business
June 4, 2019
MGM Boss Says a Japanese Resort by 2025 Requires ‘Surgical Precision’
Osaka can execute Japan’s IR project on time Challenges in MICE business persist Japan’s IR offers the best ROI the gaming world has seen MGM Resorts boss Jim Murren spoke at the Strategic Decisions Conference 2019 and discussed the future IR in Japan, citing solid ROI and issues to be worked on. MGM Resorts’ Murren […]
Esports
June 3, 2019
Esports Fans Not Interested Enough in Games’ Integrity
Esports integrity not much of an issue for gamers Sportsbooks aren’t keen on offering esports wagers States’ revenue from betting much lower than expected Esports integrity doesn’t turn out to be much of an issue for fans, a new study has found out. This dims the prospect of introducing esports betting in earnest. Is Cheating […]