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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
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 […]
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
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 Riot Negotiate a Mobile Future for League of Legends Tencent and Riot have long been at crossroads as to where the development of […]
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
International Game Technology (IGT) posted a net profit totaling $40.3 million over the first quarter. The Q1, 2019 eclipsed the year-over-year performance with the company posting an eye-watering $103.2-million loss in the first three months of 2018. Despite another five per cent drop in revenue, IGT soared back to considerable profitability in the period. Total […]
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 […]