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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.
Casino
January 22, 2020
AI Facial Recognition And Its Application In The Casino Industry
The rapid development in technologies present real opportunities for many businesses to reshape operations and, even some of the most controversial ones such as AI facial recognition and machine learning, the subject for discussion among executives, analysts and lawyers from the casino industry during the recent day-long primer in the UNLV Boyd School of Law, […]
Legal
January 21, 2020
Colorado Receives 50 Bids for 33 Sports Betting Licenses
Sports betting in Colorado is about to get underway with the licensing process bringing in as many as 50 applicants. 33 licenses will be allocated to shortlisted candidates by the end of February. Colorado Accepts 50 Sports Betting Licensing Applications The State of Colorado is moving towards the full-scale launch of its industry by already […]
Casino
January 18, 2020
Problem Gamblers and Addicts in Minnesota Research Underway
The state of Minnesota is still trying to pinpoint the exact number of problem gamblers and introduce treatment and well-being options to help clamp down on problem gambling. Yet, this measure contrasts with the fact that problem gamblers drive up to 33% of all gambling revenue in the state. Minnesota Tries to Put Its Finger […]
Business
January 17, 2020
Betfred Owners Have Government Gambling Treatment Contracts
The owners of Betfred have been criticized because of their ties to both the flagship British betting company and Health Assured, a company with multiple government contracts, some of which pertain to gambling treatment. Betfred Takes Flak for Owning Addiction Treatment Business The names of Betfred owners Fred and Peter Done have been cited in […]
Casino
January 16, 2020
China Ministry of Public Security Targets Illegal Gambling
The Chinese government continues to actively hunt down illegal gambling operators and black-market rings. A new set of measures coordinated by the Minister of Public Security is coming into effect, bringing multiple departments together. China Reveals New Measures to Stop Illegal Gambling China is going to step its efforts on fighting illegal gambling activities both […]
Sports
January 13, 2020
Indiana Posts December Sports Betting Revenue, Up 28%
Sportsbooks in Indiana have managed to post a record total $161.8 million betting handle for December 2019, pushing numbers up by 28% from a month before in November. Indiana’s Sportsbook Post a Record Sports Handle Indiana’s sportsbooks managed to amass $12 million in total sports betting revenue off $161.8 million handle, marking a new state […]
Casino
January 12, 2020
Virginia Casino Legalization Move Hanging by Thread as Governor Picks Sides
Gov. Ralph Northam of Virginia has yet to signal a clear stance on casino expansion in the state ahead of an anticipated discussion of proposed gambling legalization bill, SB1126, in the state’s General Assembly. Virginia Gov. Remains Ambiguous about Gambling Virginia Governor Ralph Northam has confirmed he is open to the idea of legalizing the […]
Legal
January 10, 2020
New York, Vermont Relentless Pursuit for Mobile Betting Continues
A year-and-a-half after a Supreme Court’s decision granted individual states with the opportunity to decide their own fate in terms of betting or no betting, New York and Vermont are among the latest to show their willingness to introduce the necessary legislation for mobile betting. New York state senator Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr., who is […]
Sports
January 9, 2020
Betting Companies in the US: Between a Rock and a Hard Place
The future of the sports betting industry in the US is taking an interesting turn of events. After having several of their attempts to claim their fair share of the spoils hit the wall, sports leagues now seem to have found a real breakthrough with their latest idea to sell the data they collect during […]
Legal
January 9, 2020
Japanese Opposition Prepares Casino Abolishment Bill
In light of the recent bribery scandal involving a foreign entity, Japanese lawmakers are planning on introducing a bill that would abolish casinos and bar the progress of integrated resorts. Opposition to Suggest Abolishing Casinos in Japan Lawmakers from Japan’s opposition parties are considering a new bill that would aim to abolish the Integrated Resorts […]