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Silvia Pavlof
AuthorSilvia has dabbled in all sorts of writing – from content writing for social media to movie scripts. She has a Bachelor's in Screenwriting and experience in marketing and producing documentary films. With her background as a customer support agent within the gambling industry, she brings valuable insight to the Gambling News writers’ team.
Sports
March 29, 2023
Bill to Legalize Mobile Sports Betting in North Carolina Passes House Vote
WRAL News reported that North Carolina lawmakers have approved a bill to legalize mobile sports betting, allowing people to place bets on professional and college sports using electronic devices. A final vote is expected on March 29, and if passed, the bill will move to the Senate, which has already passed similar legislation. Mobile Sports […]
Sports
March 29, 2023
NFL Owners Vote to Allow Physical Sportsbooks on Game Days for 2023 Season
The Athletic reported that in a major shift in stance towards sports betting, NFL owners have voted to allow physical sportsbooks to operate on game days starting from the 2023 season, according to league sources. The vote occurred on Monday at the NFL owners’ meetings in Scottsdale, Arizona. The NFL Goes All-In on Sports Betting […]
Esports
March 28, 2023
Esports Industry Worldwide to Prosper Further in 2023
According to the elaborate report published by iGB, the global esports industry has not only stood strong during the pandemic but has also been a driver for jobs, investment, the economy and so-called soft power. Global Esports Industry Continues to Thrive North America, Europe and Asia Pacific are the global leaders in esports viewership and […]
Casino
March 28, 2023
Madonna and Adele Extend Las Vegas Residencies, Kelly Clarkson Announces Her Own
Two musical legends, Madonna and Adele, are extending their Las Vegas residencies into 2024, while pop star Kelly Clarkson has announced her own residency on The Strip starting in July 2023. The Queens of Pop Return to Las Vegas: Adele’s Residency and Madonna’s Expanded Tour Madonna is expanding her global Celebration Tour with eight new […]
Industry
March 27, 2023
Calls to Shut Down POGOs Highlight Need for Stronger Gambling Regulation
ASGAM reported that the move is aimed at addressing concerns about tax avoidance and crime related to offshore gaming. Senator Gatchalian Calls for New Regulatory Body to Oversee Philippine Gambling Sector Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, who chairs the Philippines Senate’s Committee on Ways and Means, has called for the establishment of a new regulatory body to […]
Casino
March 27, 2023
Legal Battle Over POM Gaming Machines Heads to Pennsylvania Supreme Court
Law.com reported that the legality of gaming devices produced by Pace-O-Matic (POM), a company based in the state of Georgia, is set to be considered by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. An appeal was made possible due to Pace-O-Matic discontinuing the lawsuit. The case will address open questions surrounding how Pennsylvania’s Crimes Code interacts with the […]
Industry
March 24, 2023
Park County Declines State’s Funding Offer to Combat Gambling Issues
Powell Tribune reported that on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, the commissioners of Park County in Wyoming unanimously decided to decline the Wyoming Department of Health’s offer of $32,141 to address problem gambling. Park County Commissioners Unanimously Reject Department of Health’s Offer to Combat Problem Gambling Wyoming lawmakers recently legalized online sports betting, and the state […]
Industry
March 24, 2023
Washington DC Mayor Cuts Problem Gambling Services Funding
Sports Handle reported that Washington D.C. has allegedly taken a step back in problem gambling services as the Mayor, Muriel Bowser, seeks to eliminate all funding for the service. Mayor’s Budget Cuts Threaten Progress Against Problem Gambling, Warns Lobbyist Although the Mayor’s office has not made any comments on the motive behind the cut, lobbyist […]
Sports
March 23, 2023
NHL Star Evander Kane Reveals Gambling Addiction as Reason for Bankruptcy
The Athletic reported that in legal papers filed last week, Kane stated that he gambled up to 50 times a day, which is a primary reason why he fell into debt. Evander Kane’s Legal Battle Reveals Startling Details of His Gambling Addiction and Debt Kane’s legal team presented the player’s family background in the lawsuit […]
Industry
March 23, 2023
Fineff’s Testimony Sparks Calls for Stricter Gambling Regulation in Australia
The Guardian reported that the case of Gavin Fineff, a former financial advisor who lost more than AUD8 million ($5.4 million) to sports betting companies, has brought the issue to the forefront once again. Speaking to federal politicians in Canberra, Fineff urged them to take radical action to prevent others from falling into the same […]
