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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 15, 2021
GAN Secures Partner in Pending Coolbet Virginia Launch
Ahead of integrating Coolbet’s technological platform into its own offer, GAN has secured an unnamed partner in Virginia to go ahead with the sportsbook’s launch. The official launch date of the industry in the state is still pending. Coolbet Finds Unnamed Partner in Virginia GAN has confirmed that it has secured a deal for its […]
Legal
January 15, 2021
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Says Sports Betting Legalization Very Likely
Ohio’s Gov. Mike DeWine has said that the state is likely to consider and pass a sports betting legislation in 2021. State Governor Hopes for Legalized Sports Betting in Ohio Ohio’s thriving sports community doesn’t enjoy the added benefit of a legalized sports betting industry, which could potentially come with numerous perks for the state, […]
Business
January 15, 2021
Entain Looking to Appoint Jette Nygaard-Andersen as CEO: Sources
In the midst of a takeover bid from North American partner MGM Resorts, the rebranded GVC Holdings, Entain, is reportedly seeking to appoint Jette Nygaard-Andersen as permanent CEO to take over from departing CEO Shay Segev. Jette Nygaard-Andersen to Potentially Take Entain’s Top Job Entain is reading up to inaugurate its first female chief executive, […]
Casino
January 14, 2021
Nevada to Vaccinate Casino Employees in “Tier 1 Lane”
Casino workers will be among the first to vaccinate in Nevada, health authorities and Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak have confirmed. Las Vegas Casino Workers Get on the Fast Lane to Covid-19 Inoculation To realize the potential of Las Vegas and Nevada once again, casino employees should be among the first vaccinated, caution casino industry officials […]
Business
January 14, 2021
Penn National and Choice Hotels Merge Loyalty Programs for Improved Experiences
Choice Hotels has teamed up with Penn National Gaming, merging the two companies’ loyalty programs to drive new synergies and benefits to business. Penn National and Choice Hotels Loyalty Programs Integrate Penn National Gaming and Ascend Collection hotels operator, Choice Hotels International, have agreed to pool efforts and integrate their loyalty programs for better overall […]
Insider
January 13, 2021
888’s Yaniv Sherman: “Time Is of the Essence to Come up with an Agreement”
In what are monumental times for the US sports betting market, we spoke with one of the key stakeholders in the New York betting market amid the renewed push for the legalization of mobile sports betting in the Empire State. 888 SVP, Head of U.S. Yaniv Sherman sat down with us for a Q&A sharing […]
Insider
January 13, 2021
EvenBet Gaming CEO Dmitry Starostenkov: “We’re very confident that online poker will continue to grow this year.”
EvenBet Gaming CEO Dmitry Starostenkov offers a wholesome insight into his company’s operation, discussing consumer numbers, licensing opportunities, market growth and more. The company’s revenue surged 200% year-over-year in 2020 and Starostenkov expects EvenBet to retain its momentum well throughout 2021. A recently-obtained license by the Malta Gaming Authority coincides with EvenBet’s own ambition to […]
Business
January 13, 2021
Paysafe’s Payment Tech to Boost BetWildwood Sportsbook Offering
Payment giant Paysafe Group will lend its technological acumen to boost BetWildwood Sportsbook’s offer in Colorado introducing numerous tools to improve payment acceptance, facilitate transactions for consumers, and boost engagement. BetWildwood Gets Payment Streamlined with Paysafe’s Help BetWildwood, a dedicated online sportsbook running out of Wildwood Casino in Colorado, has teamed up with a new […]
Business
January 13, 2021
William Hill Posts Stronger Q4 Results at End of Difficult Year
Global betting giant William Hill has posted stronger fourth-quarter results amid a challenging year. Executives remain optimistic about the future with William Hill US pending acquisition by Caesars. William Hill’s Q4 Results Mark Company’s Strength Despite headwinds in 2020, William Hill Plc reported strong Q4 quarter results, rounding up a pivotal year in the history […]
Industry
January 12, 2021
Sheldon Adelson, Las Vegas and Macau Visionary, Dies at 87
Las Vegas visionary and philanthropist Sheldon Adelson passed at the age of 87 on Monday, following complications related to his non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, the disease he has been fighting for several years now. The news was published early on Tuesday in an official Las Vegas Sands Corp. statement and not too long after Adelson took a […]