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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
December 12, 2019
Wynn to Set Up Office in Yokohama, Japan for IR Bid
US based gaming and hospitality leader Wynn Resorts Ltd. has reaffirmed its bid for an integrated resort in the Kanto region and Yokohama specifically. Wynn Resorts Readies Yokohama Bid As prefectures continue to vie for the right to host the inaugural Integrated Resort project in Japan so are gaming brands trying to secure exclusive rights. […]
Business
December 11, 2019
iDEA GROWTH Report Projects 50% Increase for Onlne Gaming in NJ
New Jersey’s online gaming industry has been reporting better numbers year in and year out for years now. The industry is expected to grow by over 50% in 2019 alone. Online Gambling Continues to Grow in New Jersey Since online gambling has been up and running in New Jersey, the Garden State, has added 1,851 […]
Business
December 8, 2019
California Tribal Operators Try to Snuff Out Sports Betting Competition
A coalition of 18 tribes in California now insists that tribal casinos are the only venue where sports betting should take place. The tribes are firmly opposed to mobile gaming and sports betting options. California’s Casinos Want to Claim Exclusivity Over Sports Betting California is closer to legalizing sports betting, but yet the concomitant economic […]
Legal
December 6, 2019
GambleAware Study Seeks to Explain How Gambling Behavior Begins
A new study commissioned by GambleAware and conducted by the University of Bristol offered a keen insight into understanding gambling behavior and how it develops in individuals from a younger age. Children of the 90s Study Gives Insight into Gambling Behavior The ‘Children of the 90s’ study by the University of Bristol has established that […]
Industry
December 4, 2019
NetEnt Launches Finn’s Golden Tavern Online Slot
Net Entertainment has introduced Finn’s Golden Tavern online slot today, inviting players to revisit the popular leprechaun series and experience swirly mechanics once again on top a few other innovative features. NetEnt Releases Finn’s Golden Tavern Slot Machine Today, December 4, Net Entertainment reintroduced the second instalment in the Finn leprechaun series with the Finn’s […]
Casino
December 2, 2019
PAGCOR Teams Up with Clarion, SiGMA to Host SEA Gamign Expo
PAGCOR has teamed up with Clarion Gaming and SiGMA to host a first-of-its-kind gaming expo in Manila, the Philippines in June, 2020. Clarion, SiGMA, PAGCOR to Host Largest SEA Gaming Expo PAGCOR, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation, has struck a landmark partnership with Clarion Gaming and SiGMA in a bid to bring a major […]
Insider
December 2, 2019
Interview: Bethereum Brings Fun and Social Back into Betting
Giacomo Tognoni is the current CEO of social award-winning gaming platform Bethereum. The company has recently claimed the Best Blockchain Startup of the Year” distinction at CESAwards and was subsequently nominated for the “Best Startup” category at SIGMA iGaming, which Bethereum won against a competitive field of entrants. Our interview with Giacomo focuses on the […]
Casino
December 2, 2019
President Duterte Threatens to ‘Shoot’ and ‘Punch’ Tax-Evading POGOs
The Philippines President, Rodrigo Duterte, has threatened to shoot and punch POGOs that failed to comply with tax regulation and pay up. President Duterte Threatens to Punch and Shoot POGOs The Philippines will crack down on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), presidential spokesman Salvador Panelo has warned. Speaking for the media, Panelo explained that any […]
Business
November 30, 2019
NFL’s Owner Stephen Ross Invests in Betting Analytics Platform Action Network
Billionaire Stephen Ross, owner of the Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium, has invested in the sports gambling startup The Action Network via private investment firm RSE Ventures. A Multi-Million Investment Led by Feritta Capital The undertaking as part of a $17.5m fundraising round that closed earlier this year is an attempt by yet another National Football League owner to […]
Casino
November 29, 2019
32Red Reimburses Employer £590K for Stolen Gambled Money
Kindred’s UK-facing 32Red has reimbursed a Northern Ireland company after an employee stole £590K and spent it on the casino website over the course of a year. 32Red Reimburses Employer for Stolen Cash British casino operator 32Red has reimbursed an Irish problem gambler’s employer £590,000 (US$760,000), after the website had failed to verify the source […]