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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.
Business
October 7, 2020
IGT and Scientific Games Brazilian Lottery Push Collapses
IGT and Scientific Games push for instant lottery business in Brazil hits a snag as local partner misses deadline. The businesses are open to reengage with the process although new legal challenges would require further reevaluation of any moves in Brazil. Brazil’s Instant Lottery Push Stops as Local Partner Misses Deadline Brazil has been see-sawing […]
Legal
October 7, 2020
ASA Weighs in on Foxy Games and Betfair Casino Complaints
The UK Advertising Standards Authority has reached rulings in two complaints that reportedly suggested irresponsible gaming practices. ASA has outlined its conclusions for both Betfair Casino and Foxy Games’ ads. Regulator Praises Swift Action in Taking Down “Irresponsible” Advert The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) – the UK media watchdog – has reached a ruling in […]
Industry
October 7, 2020
Playson Propels European Outreach with Novibet Gambling Deal
Novibet grows portfolio of games with Playson’s authentic games. Playson will use this partnership as an opportunity to kick-start growth across Europe. Playson Rolls Slot Portfolio on Novibet Casino Playson has confirmed a game distribution agreement between themselves and the popular online casinos and sportsbook operator Novibet. The online casino software developer will be integrating […]
Business
October 6, 2020
EveryMatrix reinforces development expertise with TOTOIT
EveryMatrix has upgraded its successful relationship with Thailand-based developer of web solutions TOTOIT by acquiring the company and making it a permanent part of its portfolio. TOTOIT Joins EveryMatrix’s Development Family Established iGaming supplier and whitelabel solutions vendor EveryMatrix has added a powerful ally in the face of Thai development firm TOTOIT. The Thailand-based IT […]
Legal
October 6, 2020
One Nation and NSW Green Forge Alliance to Enforce Cashless Poker Machines
NSW Green and One Nation are prepared to work together on enforcing a new cashless payment technology for poker machines. The move comes as a part of an overall push to minimize gambling-related harm in the state. NSW Green and One Nation Join Forces to Protect Poker Machine Consumers One Nation and NSW Green are […]
Casino
October 6, 2020
Southern California Casinos Continue to Develop Amid Pandemic
Southern California casinos push on with construction work, expansion moves, and operations despite the pandemic. Californian Casinos Push Continues in the South Casinos in Southern California have marked another year of growth so far. That is despite an ongoing pandemic, dimming the prospects of recovery for at least several months more. As construction works continue, […]
Business
October 5, 2020
Dragon Gaming Rolls Out Gaming Portfolio with BetOnline.ag
Up-and-coming vendor and developer of casino products Dragon Gaming has stuck a key partnership with BetOnline.ag one of the flagship brands under the Commission Kings banner. Other affiliated partners include SportsBetting.ag, WildCasino.ag, and SuperSlots.ag, which will now benefit from Dragon Gaming’s growing portfolio of slot and table games. Dragon Gaming reunites a team with over […]
Sports
October 5, 2020
Malta to Enhance Suspicious Betting Monitoring in 2021
MGA has introduced the Suspicious Betting Reporting Mechanism (SBRM) to rally the sports betting industry in helping the regulator tackle match-fixing. MGA Launches SBRM Against Match-Fixing The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), one of the leading remote gaming regulators in Europe, has issued new, stricter guidelines focusing on suspicious sports betting activity. As per the new […]
Industry
October 4, 2020
Scandinavian Countries Shift Towards Account-Based Play
Finland, Denmark and Norway are introducing changes in their gambling industries to raise the level of player protection, and the common theme among all three is a shift to account-based play. Pilot Age Verification Project Starting in Finland Earlier this week, Finland’s state-owned operator Veikkaus announced it would be starting a trial of account-based play […]
Business
October 3, 2020
Pronet Appoints Mark Schmidt to Lead African Expansion
Mark Schmidt will be spearheading the commercial market development by Pronet Gaming in the African region. According to Pronet Gaming Chief Sales Officer Colin McDonagh, Schmidt will take the company to the next level of success in the region. Pronet Gaming’s New Director of Sales for Africa Is Mark Schmidt The next-generation platform delivering gaming […]