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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.
Legal
July 11, 2020
KSA Suggests Course-Correction for Government in Rolling in Gambling
As gambling in the Netherlands is about to launch, the country’s gaming regulator, the KSA, has discussed what it considers failures and risks for consumers. KSA Reprimands Lack of Flexible Self-Exclusion Methods The Dutch gaming regulator, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has criticized the national government for failing to introduce a short-term self-exclusion period as one of […]
Casino
July 10, 2020
MGM Springfield Re-Opens with Capacity Down to a Third
The MGM Springfield casino in Massachusetts will finally re-open doors Monday, encouraging news for the casino’s patrons and employees. Well, not all employees, as roughly two-thirds of them will have to remain on the sidelines, at least for now, the casino hopes. The three casinos in Massachusetts that have been closed to comply with state […]
Sports
July 10, 2020
Aurora Bookie’s $600,000 Illegal Gambling Ring Busted
A 46-year-old man from Aurora, Ohio, has been sentenced to three years of probation after authorities busted a $600,000 illicit gambling ring, he had been running for close to five years. Local Bookie’s Large-Scale Gambling Ring Busted A bookmaker from Aurora, Cleveland, Ohio will have to forfeit over $600,000 back to authorities after a district […]
Business
July 9, 2020
Nevada Gaming Control Board: Eldorado-Caesars Merger Approved
The Eldorado-Caesars merger is now one step closer following an approval by the Nevada Gaming Control Board. In the near future, once the merger is completed, the two companies will create one regional gaming giant under the name of Caesars. The $17.3 Billion Merger of Eldorado-Caesars Was Approved Yesterday The acquisition of Caesars Entertainment by […]
Industry
July 8, 2020
London Introduces Gambling Harm Treatment within Primary Care
Adults in the UK who have problems related to gambling have another option to receive help as a new Primary Care Gambling Service (PCGS) has opened in the capital. Backed by the National Health Service (NHS) and developed by a NHS general practice (GP) partnership, Hurley Group, the new service will offer treatment to people […]
Casino
July 8, 2020
New York Casinos Shuttered, Maine Prepares to Reopen
Maine and New York States will go their own ways in handling the novel coronavirus pandemic and the restart of the gambling industry in their respective jurisdictions. New York’s Casinos to Stay Shut for a While Longer New York has been one of the most heavily impacted states in the United States, experiencing the worst […]
Casino
July 7, 2020
Lousiana Casinos to Let Go Another 1,150 Workers in August
Another 1,150 casino workers will lose their jobs, the Associated Press reported, citing data by the Louisiana Workforce Commission. Louisiana to See 1,150 Workers Lose Their Jobs Louisiana casinos may have to lay off as many as 1,150 workers in several locations in August and what would be the next step in trying to cushion […]
Casino
July 6, 2020
Morgan Stanley: Macau Casinos Face Worst Ever Quarter Results
The financial results from the second quarter of 2020 for the Macau casinos are yet to be announced but Morgan Stanley already painted a picture of doom and gloom, estimating the industry is on course for more than $1 billion loss in Q2. June Casino Revenue Down Last week the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau, […]
Legal
July 5, 2020
Face Masks Mandatory at Casinos in Mississippi, Orders the Gaming Commission
Mandatory wearing of masks for visitors ordered by the Mississippi Gaming Commission following recent spikes in COVID-19 positive cases in the state. Face Masks Mandatory When Visiting Casinos Earlier this week, the Mississippi Gaming Commission has announced that all visitors of casinos must wear masks. According to the announcement, the restrictions are already into effect […]
Legal
July 5, 2020
Illinois: Adhere to Guidelines or Lose Casino License
The gaming regulator in Illinois issued a warning to casino operators, stating that they need to follow strictly the health and safety measures under which they were allowed to re-open, as casinos in the state were finally given the go-ahead to resume operations. Regulator Determined to Make Sure Operators Stick to Guidelines The Illinois Gaming […]