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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.
Casino
May 3, 2021
Two Victims Shot Dead at Oneida Casino in Green Bay on Saturday
A shooting in Wisconsin at the Oneida Casino took two victims and the attacker who may have had a connection with the casino. Man Shot Dead After Claiming Two Lives at Oneida Casino A lone gunman in a Wisconsin opened fire at a casino property in the state on Saturday, killing two people and ending […]
Casino
May 3, 2021
Casinos in Goa Remain Shut amid Mounting COVID-19 Cases
Following a continuous increase in COVID-19 related cases, Goa officials have suspended gaming properties in the Indian state. Goa Orders Casinos in State to Shutdown Casinos in the state of Goa have been shut down since last Thursday as the country faces one of its worst health crises, and outside observers continue to criticize India for under-reporting […]
Casino
April 30, 2021
Colorado Drops Casino Limits, Adds New Games on May 1
The state of Colorado is lifting casino restrictions in Black Hawk, Cripple Creek and Central City casinos and introducing new games and higher betting limits. Colorado’s Casino Welcome Higher Betting Limits Colorado is preparing to lift a ream of restrictions that have to do with casino gambling operations. Starting from Saturday, May 1 the state […]
Industry
April 30, 2021
Tasmanian Prime Minister Talks Pokies ahead of Election Day
Gambling reform in Tasmania has been brewing since 2018 and finally, the quasi-monopoly of Federal Group can be broken up, to the benefit of the state, club, and pub owners. Poker Machines Are the Agenda in Tomorrow’s Elections Poker machines have been a contentious talking point in any politician’s agenda and Tasmanian premier Peter Gutwein is no […]
Insider
April 28, 2021
SuperDraft CEO Steve Wang: “In a National Landscape Overpopulated by Real Money Books, Social Bettors Are Looking for Alternatives”
The United States is welcoming the expansion of sports betting with open arms and, despite some holdout states across the country, the general consensus supports the adoption of more liberal sports betting laws. Yet, the majority of sportsbooks seem to focus on the real money experience where participants have to spend hard-earned cash to participate […]
Business
April 27, 2021
Tabcorp Confirms Renewed Entain Bid, Continues with Review
Entain has put forward a revised offer to buy out Tabcorp’s sports gambling business with $3.5 billion now the best option available on the table. Bids for Tabcorp Are Still Unsatisfactory The gentlemanly bidding war for Tabcorp’s media and sports betting operations in Australia counties as Entain may have fallen short with its renewed $3.5 […]
Insider
April 27, 2021
Swintt CCO David Mann: “Mobile is Not a Niche Focus, It’s the Future”
A quick visit to Swintt’s home page would tell you that the company shoots for the stars. An ambitious iGaming developer, Swintt is dedicated to creating sustainable products with a particular focus on live gaming and reach to new generations of players. The company is effectively bridging the gap between the classic casino experience and […]
Legal
April 26, 2021
BC Government Figures Call Allegations of Criminal Ties Offensive
British Columbia has been embroiled in a scandal of its own for the past two years or so. The province is facing allegations that the government knowingly turned a blind eye to money laundering in casinos several years back. British Columbia’s Probe into Casino Corruption Rages On Commenting on the issue, former B.C. finance minister […]
Insider
April 21, 2021
Collaborating to Innovate – How Can Developers and Operators Work More Closely Together?
Foreword by GamblingNews.com: Kalamba Games Head of Games Andy Sekula offered his insight into how iGaming companies can bring more innovation to the sector by working together and focusing on adding quality rather than quantity to their portfolios. Collaborating closely will allow companies to create content that listens to operators’ needs and present a solution […]
Legal
April 21, 2021
Nebraska Moves on with E-Keno as Sports Gambling Continues
Nebraskan lawmakers have ruled to keep two provisions added to the state’s sports betting legalization efforts, to name in-state betting on local teams and electronic keno. E-keno to Be Part of Nebraska’s Gambling Landscape Nebraska hit a roadblock when the issue of electronic keno cropped up on a bill designed to legalize sports gambling. After […]