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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 16, 2020
Betfair Settles Trump Market, Faces Criticism from Unhappy Punters
Respected sports betting firm Betfair has said it is settling all markets for the 46 US Presidential election race, prompting criticism from disgruntled punters who ended up losing money. Betfair Criticized by Punters Who Lost Money on Trump British sports betting firm and exchange Betfair has settled the 2020 Presidential election betting markets to a […]
Industry
December 16, 2020
High 5 Games Secures Michigan Entry with Golden Nugget
Golden Nugget and High 5 Games have expanded their New Jersey partnership to now cover the Michigan iGaming market expected to launch in 2021. High 5 Games Secures Michigan License, Golden Nugget Alliance High 5 Games, a content developer for the iGaming industry, has obtained a license from the Michigan Gaming Control Board, allowing the […]
Sports
December 16, 2020
Compare.bet Makes Brazilian Debut ahead of Sports Betting Launch
Seven Star Digital’s flagship betting comparison website, Compare.bet, has entered Brazil in anticipation of sports betting industry’s legalization. Compare.bet Launches Tailored Product for Brazilian Market Compare.bet, the odds and comparison portal owned by Seven Star Digital, is now live in Brazil, bringing a highly-sought-after service to one of the biggest markets in Latin America. The […]
Poker
December 15, 2020
Neymar Jr. Returns as Brand Ambassador for PokerStars
PokerStars signs Neymar Jr. as a brand ambassador after a three-year hiatus and what is the first time PokerStars has signed up twice with the same ambassador. Neymar Jr. Joins PokerStars as Brand Ambassador Neymar Jr. is rejoining team PokerStars, bringing the player back for a renewed alliance after the pair’s last partnership expired in […]
Legal
December 15, 2020
Californian Tribes Racing to Introduce Sports Betting Law in 2022
Californian tribal leaders have submitted a charter with 1.4 million signatures to the state authorities to put sports betting on the ballot in 2022. Tribes Submit 1.4m Votes Requesting Sports Betting Ballot in 2022 California is drawing closer to a legalized sports betting industry, and then again it isn’t. However, new developments are quite common […]
Sports
December 15, 2020
Ladbrokes Coral Adds Racing Post’s Digital System to Empower Retail Betting Experience
Entain’s Ladbrokes Coral is raising the standards across its retail betting shops, welcoming punters back with the Racing Post Digital Betting Shop Display (BSD) system, part of the company’s print-to-digital initiative. Racing Post’s Digital BSD System Rolls out at Ladbrokes Coral Shops Ladbrokes Coral continues with its shift towards print-to-digital solutions with the introduction of […]
Sports
December 15, 2020
Genius Sports Reinforces Global Data Expertise with Sportzcast and Scorebot
Sportzcast’s unique scoreboard sports data system will now reinforce Genius Sports US and global data offering as part of an acquisition deal struck between the two companies. Genius Sports’ Acquisition of Sportzcast Opens Access to Scorebot Genius Sports is going to acquire Sportzcast Inc, a US-based supplier of scoreboard data systems, the company announced on […]
Industry
December 15, 2020
Swedish Consumers Satisfaction Rate with Gambling at 64%
Swedish gamblers seem happier with the gambling industry in 2020 albeit they remain distrustful of the institution as a whole. Swedes Happier with Gambling in 2020 The Swedish Quality Index (SQI) or Svenskt Kvalitetsindex has seen an increase in the overall satisfaction rate among consumers who interact with the gambling industry with the rate shooting […]
Insider
December 14, 2020
Funfair Lloyd Purser: Time Is Ideal for Disruptive Multiplayer Series of Games
Hello Lloyd, It’s very good to have this opportunity to talk with you. Since beginnings are always hard, we will jump right into it. FunFair Games has been up to many exciting things recently, but perhaps nothing rivets attention the same way as the promise of your multiplayer casino games. With ‘Rocketeers: To the Moon!’ […]
Industry
December 14, 2020
SiGMA Group Moves European Expo Date to April 13-15, Prioritizes Safety
SiGMA Group has changed the date of its European industrial expo, giving sufficient time for the newly-started vaccinations across the continent to take in and provide everyone with a safer overall environment. SiGMA Adjusts Dates to Allow for Safer European Meet-up SiGMA Group is rearranging its busy schedule for 2021, pushing the SiGMA Europe event […]