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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
January 20, 2021
Arizona’s Governor Seeks Mobile Sports Betting Opportunities
Gov. Doug Ducey is negotiating a new compact with tribal operators in the state as he appeals to legislators to allow the expansion to mobile sports betting. Mobile Sports Betting to Boost Tax Revenue Says Gov. Ducey Arizona’s governor, Doug Ducey, is looking into ways to legalize regular and fantasy sports betting in the state, […]
Legal
January 20, 2021
Mississippi Proposes Amendment to Authorize Mobile Betting
A new bill in Mississippi will seek to amend the current sports betting legislation and introduce online and mobile betting in the state. Mississippi Senator Lays Plans for Mobile betting Mississippi legislators will debate a new bill pitched by Senator Scott DeLane that seeks to legalize online sports betting in the state. Senate Bill 2396 […]
Sports
January 20, 2021
Michigan Goes Live with Sports Betting on Friday, Jan. 22
The Michigan Gaming Control Board has announced that the state will launch online sports betting and gambling operations on Friday, January 22. Michigan Launches Online Gambling Industry Michigan’s long-anticipated gambling launch is on the cards with the date set for Friday, January 22 when nine casinos will go ahead with their online launches at noon. […]
Industry
January 19, 2021
Gambling Counselor Says Number of People Seeking Help Increases by 50%
A counselor at a gambling center in Co Limerick has cautioned that the number of people seeking help for gambling has increased by 50% over the past months of the pandemic. Gambling Addiction Precipitated by Pandemic A Co Limerick center in Ireland has reported a significant spike in the cases of problem gambling since the […]
Industry
January 19, 2021
Virginia to Seek and Legalize Gambling Machines after All
Virginia may reconsider and allow skill-based slot machines to stay operation after the cut-off date of July 2021, given their contributions to the state’s tax budget. Gaming Machines of Skill Boost Virginia’s Coffers A proposed ban on Virginia’s skill-based slot machines may be delayed as Virginia wrestles with its worst economic downturn and looks for […]
Industry
January 18, 2021
From Rising Star to Established Industry Player: Evoplay Entertainment’s Success Story
Evoplay Entertainment is a revolutionary casino game developer that has been supplying ground-breaking content to the regulated iGaming industry since 2017. The company’s award-winning roster of hits includes the highly acclaimed Dungeon: Immortal Evil, gambling’s first ever RPG-inspired slot title, as well as more recent releases such as Tree of Light and Raccoon Tales. The […]
Insider
January 18, 2021
SportingWin Mark Chakravarti: “The Industry Is Recession and Pandemic Proof”
SportingWin is a household name in the sports betting industry embarking on several high-profile launches in 2021. While 2020 proved hard for many, SportingWin has found a successful formula to thrive and move forward, generating value for investors as well as partners and ordinary sports bettors. This year marks the company’s expansion eastward in Romania […]
Legal
January 16, 2021
New Mexico Proposes Expanding of Gaming to Fund Lottery Scholarships
In a bid to secure additional funding for lottery scholarships and students, New Mexico lawmakers are proposing an expansion of the state’s gaming industry. Lawmakers Looking to Expand Gaming in New Mexico New Mexico is looking to expand its gaming industry in a bid to back the state’s scholarship program for qualifying college students. With […]
Sports
January 16, 2021
Sportradar Becomes Official AFC Data & Video Distribution Partner
AFC has signed an eight-year deal with Sportradar to become the organization’s official video and data distribution partner. AFC Welcomes Sportradar as Official Data and Video Distribution Partner Sportradar’s expertise in providing actionable sports data solution has landed the company another important partnership, this time as the official video and data distribution partner for the […]
Business
January 16, 2021
BetConstruct Debuts Mobile Back Office to Strengthen Experience
A new mobile back office offer will strengthen BetConstruct’s portfolio of products and extend further quality-of-life experience to casino and sports partners. BetConstruct Banks on New Mobile Back Office Experience BetConstruct has upped the ante for its mobile back office offering adding more manpower and tech prowess to bolster support for its sportsbook and casino […]