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Mike Johnson's latest articles
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 1, 2020
Kenya Overturned Controversial Tax Paving SportPesa’s Way Back
The controversial tax on sports betting turnover in Kenya is already part of the history as President Kenyatta signed the 2020 Finance Bill Tuesday, despite some concerns he may not give his approval. National Assembly Approved, President Signed into Law The 20% tax on betting turnover was looking more than certain to be carried from […]
Business
July 1, 2020
William Hill to Combine Retail and Online Business in the UK
Sports betting and gaming giant William Hill has announced that the company will combine its online and retail business to help it boost results in 2021 and seek a more streamlined approach of doing business in future. William Hill Merges Online and Retail Businesses, Shuts Down Offices William Hill has revealed plans to merge its […]
Casino
June 30, 2020
Nevada’s Avi Resort and Casino in Laughlin Closes After Team Members Test Positive for COVID-19
A “few team members” tested positive at Avi Resort and Casino in Laughlin, Nevada. The venue closes doors temporarily and plans to reopen on July 10. Opened Not Even for a Month, Avi Resort and Casino in Laughlin Closes Doors Temporarily The Avi Resort and Casino in Laughlin, Nevada announced yesterday that it will temporarily […]
Business
June 29, 2020
Golden Nugget Online Gaming Goes Public Through SPAC Acquisition
Golden Nugget Online Gaming, the online division of the famous casinos owned by Tilman Fertitta, is about to go public, to become only the second online casino operator to be traded on a US exchange. SPAC Acquisition Paves the Way to Nasdaq Landcadia Holdings II, Inc, a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) owned by Tilman […]
Casino
June 29, 2020
Moody’s Warn of Long and Precarious Recovery for Asia-Pacific Gaming
Financial services firm Moody’s has cautioned that the recovery of the gaming industry in the Asia-Pacific region will be long and uncertain, as a second wave of the pandemic may upset progress so far. Asia-Pacific’s Recovery to Be Long, Says Moody’s The Asia-Pacific region will see a further decline, says credit rating firm Moody’s which […]
Legal
June 28, 2020
German Giant Wirecard Filed for Insolvency, Some $2.1 Billion Funds Missing from Books
Wirecard missing some $2.1 billion from its books, files for insolvency. Wirecard’s auditor, EY says that the company is involved in a multiyear sophisticated fraud. Germany’s Payment Processor Wirecard Involved in a Financial Scandal, $2.1 Billion Missing From Books The financial and payment processor Wirecard was involved in a multiyear fraud scandal that led to […]
Sports
June 27, 2020
Illinois Launch Mobile Sports Betting with La Liga Soccer
Online sports betting in Illinois officially launched June 18, with the majority of the bets during the first legal day placed on the action from the Spanish La Liga soccer league, Rivers Casino Des Plaines reported. BetRivers.com Mobile App The casino property operated by Churchill Downs Incorporated recently launched mobile sports betting, partnering with Rush […]
Esports
June 27, 2020
100 Thieves Reveals Full VALORANT Roster, Restarts Gamers for Equality
Just hours ahead of the T1 x Nerd Street Gamers Showdown NA, 100 Thieves revealed the full roster of its VALORANT team, captained by CS:GO professional Spencer “Hiko” Martin. 100 Thieves Reveals Names of First VALORANT Team Esports competitive organization 100 Thieves has revealed the names of all participants in the outfit’s VALORANT team. The […]
Industry
June 26, 2020
FTC: Eldorado-Caesars Merger Approved Subject to Closing Conditions
Eldorado Resorts and Caesars Entertainment announced almost simultaneously today that their pending $17.3 billion mega-merger deal overcame the main obstacle on the road to completion, the approval from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). FTC Signals Conditional Green Light The FTC accepted a proposed consent order to conclude the review of the merger regarding the Hart-Scott-Rodino […]
Casino
June 26, 2020
Illinois Casinos to Restart on Wednesday, July 1
After three months of suspended operations, casinos in Illinois will have a chance to go back to normal. Casinos and video gambling machine venues will be reopening on Wednesday, July 1. Illinois Governor Gives Go-Ahead for Casino Restart Illinois is making a return towards normality with casinos reopening next week following a three-month shutdown. On […]