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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.
Sports
February 6, 2021
DraftKings CEO Reports Spike in Betting for Super Bowl LV
In an interview for Cheddar, DraftKings Jason Robins spoke about the upcoming Super Bowl LV game and the betting activity associated with it. DraftKings Boss Says Activity Spiking Ahead of Super Bowl LV With hours left before the Super Bowl, the biggest operators in the industry are expecting a significant increase in betting activity. The […]
Industry
February 6, 2021
Women Self-Excluding from Gambling in the UK Reach 55,000
GamStop and GamCare continue to report higher incidence of female gamblers at-risk and gambling addicts who register to self-exclude but never seek help from the national helpline afterwards. Number of Female Gambling Addicts Increases An estimated 55,000 women have now signed up for GamStop, the United Kingdom self-exclusion program that prevents consumers from accessing gambling […]
Casino
February 6, 2021
GiG to Power PlayStar Casino in New Jersey in Q4 2021
GiG will be the official technology partner for PlayStar’s upcoming online casino in New Jersey, which will launch in the fourth quarter of 2021. PlayStar Casino to Launch Powered by GiG’s Platform The PlayStar Casino brand continues to prepare for its debut in the United States, teaming up with the Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) to […]
Sports
February 5, 2021
Barry Sanders to Bolster BetMGM’s Marketing Efforts in Michigan
BetMGM has appointed NFL Hall of Famer Barry Sanders as an official brand ambassador for its brand in Michigan. Detroit Lions’ Barry Sanders Joins BetMGM in Michigan MGM and Entain continue to develop their partnership through BetMGM with the sportsbook now signing retired running back and Pro Football Hall of Fame player Barry Sanders as […]
Sports
February 5, 2021
Spanish Sports Association Claims Betting Industry Underpays
José Hidalgo, the president of the Spanish Sports Association, is seeking assistance from the government to collect further compensation from the gambling industry in Spain which has benefitted off sports. Spanish Gambling Firms Not Contributing Enough Gambling companies aren’t paying enough in Spain, this is the sentiment Spanish Sports Association (ADESP) president José Hidalgo shared […]
Sports
February 5, 2021
Where and How to Watch the Super Bowl in 2021 – Super Bowl 55 Time, Date, and Stream
Super Bowl LV is right around the corner and with this, interest in the Sunday game is mounting. As usual, Super Bowl 2021 will see eager sports fans and sports betting aficionados tune in and watch the final showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with the majority of the handle going […]
Legal
February 5, 2021
Kentucky Horse Racing Gambling Bill Passes Senate Committee
A bill supporting historical gaming machines has passed a Senate committee and is now heading into full Senate where it’s like to face strong opposition. Small Success for Kentucky’s Historical Horse Racing Bill Kentucky lawmakers have given their approval for a piece of legislation on Thursday, which would allow betting machines focusing on historical horse […]
Legal
February 4, 2021
UK Gambling Stakeholders Comment on PwC Black Market Report
A new PwC report analyzing the offshore gambling market in the United Kingdom has seen fewer operators but higher participation from online consumers. More People Visit Fewer Illegal Gambling Websites British sports books and gaming firms have cited a reported conducted by PwC which described the increasing impact the offshore and black markets have on […]
Insider
February 4, 2021
Simon Noble: A Deep Dive with the Man Who Witnessed the First Online Wager
Simon Noble was there when it all started. Some 20 years ago, he worked at Intertops and saw the first online wager make its way through the World Wide Web and set in motion the cogwheels of machinery that would grow into a multi-billion dollar market before long. Today, Simon brings his expertise to Champion […]
Sports
February 4, 2021
BetMGM and RCR to Race Together Through New Partnership
Richard Childress Racing, a NASCAR professional team, has struck a marketing deal with BetMGM for a multi-faceted partnership. RCR and BetMGM Hit Daytona in February NASCAR competitive squad Richard Childress Racing (RCR) has entered a partnership with BetMGM, a growing sports betting and online gaming company in the United States. The racing outfit and the […]