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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.
Esports
May 30, 2019
Froedtert Health, Bucks Gaming Team Up on Health
Amid a developing trend with esports teams to prioritize players’ health, Bucks Gaming has become the latest team to strike an important partnership with Froedtert Health. Esports Players’ Well-being Opportunities Within Bucks Gaming Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin has teamed up with NBA 2K League esports franchise, Bucks Gaming owned by the Milwaukee […]
Business
May 28, 2019
Paddy Power Betfair Becomes Flutter Entertainment
Paddy Power Betfair rebrands to Flutter Entertainment The company begins trading on the LSE under its new name Rebranding across the world will be gradual to avoid confusion Paddy Power Betfair has completed its rebranding move and the company will be known as “Flutter Entertainment” moving forward. Paddy Is No More, Long Live Flutter Entertainment […]
Esports
May 26, 2019
‘Gaming Disorder’ an Illness, Says WHO
‘Gaming disorder’ qualified as illness The WHO to enforce the revised framework in 2022 Esports athletes’ health is an increasingly important topic The 72nd World Health Assembly held on Saturday, May 25, decided that ‘gaming disorder’ is an official illness. The 194-member meeting finalized its Classification of Diseases (ICD-11), adding excessive gaming to the list. […]
Esports
May 25, 2019
Riot and Tencent Possibly Launching LoL in Mobile
Riot, Tencent negotiating a mobile version for League of Legends New potential markets in Asia to be tapped into East Asia more mobile-friendly Tencent and the company’s U.S. offshoot, Riot Games, are reportedly in talks to create a mobile version for the popular MOBA esports game “League of Legends,” Reuters sources have revealed. Tencent and […]
Sports
May 24, 2019
FIFA Not to Expand World Cup ’22 to Include 48 Countries
FIFA and Qatar agree to skip 48 World Cup format Geopolitical and logistics concern cited 32 countries will attend the ’22 event ’22 World Cup to Remain a 32-Team Event FIFA President Gianni Infantino has failed to convince the world’s soccer governing body to expand the upcoming 2022 World Cup to 48 teams. Infantino has […]
Business
May 21, 2019
IGT Posts Strong Q1 in 2019, Earnings Call reveals
IGT registers $103.2 million in net profits Q1, 2019 results strong despite drop in revenue Slots shipment goes up 20 per cent in the first three months of 2019 IGT’s profit over Q1, 2019 has reached a decent performance despite steady debt and a drop in installations of slot machines. IGT’s Net Profit Grows International […]
Sports
May 17, 2019
Borgata Launches Online Sports Betting in NJ
Customers can benefit from a risk-free wager Customers entitled to $250 in cashback bonuses Borgata enters a state with heavy competition Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa has become the latest brick-and-mortar property in New Jersey to introduce mobile and online sports betting platform. Borgata Lunches Sports Betting Solution for Online and Mobile Customers The Borgata […]
Business
May 12, 2019
Wynn Resorts VIP Revenue Slows Down in Macau
Macau’s GGR continues to consolidate month in and month among falling revenues for Las Vegas brands. Wynn Resorts has been caught in the latest profit nosedive. The VIP segment has been affected the most. Wynn Resorts Posts Weaker VIP Q1 Results Wynn Resorts first-quarter figures didn’t reach their targets, the Las Vegas casino operator reported […]
Casino
May 9, 2019
Hacksaw Gaming Strikes Again with Betsson Deal
Press release: Malta-based games provider, Hacksaw Gaming has announced their latest partnership after signing a global deal with online gaming operator Betsson Group. The multi-brand launch will see all of Hacksaw Gaming’s content live in the coming months across brands such as Betsafe and NordicBet, amongst others which have been made possible through the established […]
Business
May 9, 2019
FOX Launches Betting Platform with The Stars Group
FOX buys 4.99% in TSG The companies will launch FOX Bet FOX could purchase up to 50% in TSG Rupert Murdoch’s media giant group FOX has purchased a 4.99% stake in The Stars Group and is now rolling out a sports betting platform. FOX Buys 4.99% in TSG – Sports Betting Arrives Fox. Corp. has […]