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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.
Industry
December 20, 2020
Tyson Foods Fires Managers Who Gambled with Lives of Workers
Meat processing company Tyson Foods dismissed seven managers who had placed bets on how many employees at the company’s processing plant in Waterloo, Iowa would contract covid-19. Tyson Foods Sacks Managers over Betting on Employees Contracting Covid We are all trying to make the best of a difficult situation, but Tyson Foods managers who took […]
Industry
December 20, 2020
Wynn’s Encore Boston Harbor Construction Adds $1.6bn to MA Economy
According to a UMass Donahue Institute study, Encore Boston Harbor’s construction in Everett generated $1.6 billion in economic activity. Encore Boston Harbor Construction Spurs Economic Activity in Massachusetts Business boomed at Wynn Resorts’ Encore Boston Harbor casino in Everett, Massachusetts. So much, in fact, that the building of the property generated the staggering $1.6 billion […]
Poker
December 19, 2020
Michigan Moves Closer to Shared Liquidity with SB 991
Michigan’s House of Representatives has backed SB 991, a piece of legislation supporting the Lawful Interactive Gaming Act that seeks to allow a cross-border exchange of information and gaming data. Michigan Continues to Support Online Gambling The Michigan House of Representative has given green light to a proposed draft law that would give the Michigan […]
Esports
December 19, 2020
Call of Duty League Adds 5 Majors, Cuts Playoffs to 8 Teams in 2021
The Call of Duty League has introduced a revised format for the 2021 season, introducing five major events that will grant additional CDL points to participants. Call of Duty League Introduces Major Tournaments The Call of Duty League (CDL) will play out to a revised format for the upcoming 2021 season, the organization has announced, […]
Industry
December 19, 2020
Ukraine to Hold Ukrainian Gaming Week 2021 in Wake of Gambling Industry Legalization
Ukraine will hold its first gaming expo focusing on the country’s newly-regulated iGaming, sports betting and casino industries, with Ukrainian Gaming Week 2021 taking place from February 24 to 25, 2021 in Kyiv. The event, organized by Smile-Expo, will host the largest exhibition to date covering the industry and expecting over 3,000 attendees and 100 […]
Legal
December 18, 2020
SportPesa Officers Almost Raided by Kenyan Gambling Regulator
SportPesa’s offices in Nairobi, Kenya were almost raided by the Kenyan gambling regulator after officials showed up at the building on Thursday but couldn’t gain entry and had to leave empty-handed. More Legal Woes for SportPesa in Kenya Troubled sports betting operator SportPesa has had its offices in Nairobi, Kenya almost raided by the Betting […]
Sports
December 18, 2020
KY Gov. Beshear Asks Republicans to Legalize Betting in 2021
Sports betting legalization is once again being brought by Gov. Andy Beshear who has been trying to legalize the industry for years, arguing it could help the public purse. KY Gov. Beshear Continues to Push for Regulated Sports betting Gov. Andy Beshear has urged state legislators to come together and bring Kentucky closer to a […]
Business
December 17, 2020
Entain and Verizon Media Form Alliance to Bring Innovative Solutions to Consumers
Entain has formed a new strategic, innovative alliance with Verizon Media to leverage ground-breaking technology across multiple markets. Verizon Media and Entain Look to Leverage Innovation Globally Entain is stepping up its efforts to bring world-class entertainment products with the help of Verizon Media, as part of a new deal which will see the companies […]
Sports
December 17, 2020
FanDuel to Expand in South America via CAGE Partnership
The CAGE Companies is helping FanDuel expand into new markets, targeting South America and the Caribbean as growth destinations in 2021. Caribbean and South America Next for FanDuel The CAGE Companies will assist the United States’ leading sportsbook, FanDuel, to expand in new jurisdictions across South America and the Caribbean, the company announced on Wednesday. […]
Industry
December 16, 2020
Some 77% of Cyber-attacks Target Gaming and Gambling
Cybersecurity firm Nexusguard has issued a new report identifying that 77% of all cyber-attacks in Q3 2020 have focused on the online gaming and gambling experience. Nexusguard Warns of More Cyber-attacks on Gambling Properties According to a new study by Nexusguard focusing on Q3 2020, the online gaming and gambling industries have been the […]