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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
January 1, 2020
Indiana Expands with Live Dealer Games in Two Casin
As of January 1, 2020, Indiana’s Harrah’s Hoosier Park and Indiana Grand Racing and Casino gaming venues are eligible to introduce live dealer games, which the companies hope, would bring in more interest from gamers. Indiana’s Casinos Introduce Live Dealer Games Indiana has become the latest state to expand table games, including live dealer options. […]
Casino
December 31, 2019
Japanese MP Casino Bribery Scandal Casts Shadow on Gambling Projects
The past week brought new reasons to doubt the integrated resort (IR) projects in Japan, with former ruling party member Tsukasa Akimoto arrested for allegedly aiding a Chinese company gain an unfair advantage in the bidding process for an IR. 500.com Allegedly Bribed Tsukasa Akimoto The future of Integrated Resorts (IR) in Japan has been […]
Business
December 27, 2019
Osaka Says March 31, 2027 Latest for IR Arrival
Osaka expects to be able and deliver an integrated resort project by March 31, 2027 should it be selected for the inaugural project. A special merit-based point system was established to select a suitable private-sector partner. Osaka Expects Resort by 2027, Releases Point System The government of the Japanese Prefecture of Osaka announced that any […]
Legal
December 26, 2019
Cambodian Casinos Shutting in 2020, Non-compliance to Incur Legal Action
Cambodia will shut down online gambling on January 1, 2020. Cambodian casinos failing to comply will face tough ramifications, a Finance Ministry spokesperson has warned. Online Gambling Shutting Down in Cambodia Cambodia is on the cusp of a nation-wide online casinos shut down. With a voted ban on the gaming industry, all Internet casinos in […]
Business
December 22, 2019
Philippines Arrest 342 Chinese Nationals in POGOs Sector
In a Thursday raid, the Philippines arrested 342 Chinese nationals working illegally in the Philippines’ increasingly divisive offshore gambling industry. Hundreds of Illegal POGO Workers Arrested On Friday, December 20, the Philippines said that they had detained hundreds of illegal Chinese workers who were hired to work in the country’s offshore gaming operators. The arrests […]
Casino
December 20, 2019
Nevada Wants Steve Wynn Out of the Gaming Industry
The Nevada Control Board insists on having oversight over ousted casino executive Steve Wynn. Mr. Wynn has refused to allow what he considers meddling in his personal life and is challenging any attempts in this direction. Nevada Wants to Have Oversight Over Mr. Wynn A court will have to decide if Nevada’s gaming regulator, the […]
Sports
December 19, 2019
Portland Man Sentenced for Running $20m Sports Betting Ring
Stephen Mardigan, a Portland citizen, was sentenced to 15 months to prison for amassing $20 million from running an illegal sports betting ring. Maine Seizes $20m in Assets from Illegal Sports Betting Ring Leader The U.S. attorney’s office has seized assets worth $20 million in Maine, generated through running various illegal sports betting activities. According […]
Legal
December 17, 2019
Spain to Consider Gambling Addiction a Mental Illness
Spain will treat gambling addicts as people who suffer from mental illness and offer a nationalized treatment scheme and identification system. Responsible Gambling Updated in Spain Spain will focus on updating its responsible gambling policies, the country’s regulator, the Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego (DGOJ), revealed today, December 17. The update will classify gambling […]
Casino
December 14, 2019
Wind Creek 84-Year-Old Patron Attacked and Beaten Out of $10
A now identified and apprehended man attacked an 84-year-old lady as she was leaving the Wind Creek Casino on Wednesday, December 11. Man Attacks 84-Year-Old Wind Creek Patron A $1 million bail has been set for a man who assailed a female 84-year-old Wind Creek Casino patron, forcing the victim into her car and eventually […]
Casino
December 13, 2019
Canada’s BC to Crack Down on Money Laundering by 2021
The province of British Columbia will overhaul its gambling laws by 2021 and crack down on money-laundering in the casino sector. British Columbia Overhauls Gambling Regulatory Body In a bid to counter money laundering, the province of British Columbia will transfer power from the local gambling regulator, the Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch (GPEB), to […]