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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.
Industry
December 9, 2022
UK Gambling Minister Offers No Clarity on Upcoming White Paper
UK minister for gambling Paul Scully spoke at the annual GambleAware conference and yet again promised the Gambling Act Review will be published within weeks. However, he did not disclose any specific details leaving the stakeholders in the sector uncertain about what to expect. Scully Focused Mainly on Gambling Harm Paul Scully is the third […]
Casino
December 8, 2022
Queensland Casino Fined for Illegitimate Junket Collaboration
The crackdown on Australian casinos involved with Asian junket operations still continues with new developments in the case against The Reef Hotel Casino in Cairns, Queensland. Dealings with Asian Junket Agent Result in a Fine for the Reef Hotel Casino ABC News reported that The Reef Hotel Casino in Cairns, which is jointly owned by […]
Industry
December 8, 2022
Google Asserts It Does Not Allow Gambling Ads in India
US tech giant Google has issued an official statement in response to India’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting directive addressed toward the company obliging it to stop any gambling ads that are being shown on YouTube or in the search engine. Google Affirms It Does Not Allow Gambling Ads in India In an official statement, […]
Esports
December 7, 2022
Trainwrecks Blasts Twitch with Plans for His Own Streaming Platform
Twitch streamer Tyler Faraz Niknam, a.k.a ‘Trainwrecks’, has announced plans for launching his own streaming platform as he is not satisfied with Twitch. Trainwrecks Blasts Twitch with New Platform Plans The Washington Post reported that Tyler ‘Trainwrecks’ Niknam, who has 2.1 million followers on Twitch, has directed criticism toward the Amazon-owned platform due to its […]
Legal
December 7, 2022
AUSTRAC Opens Civil Penalty Proceedings against SkyCity Adelaide
Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC), the Australian Government’s agency, which detects and thwarts criminal activities in connection with the financial system, is cracking down on yet another Australian casino for breaching the laws on anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing. AUSTRAC Files Penalty Proceedings Against SkyCity Adelaide On December 7, AUSTRAC announced that it […]
Legal
December 6, 2022
Macau Concessionaires File Compensation Claims Against Chan and Defendants
Macau casino concessionaires have filed legal compensation claims against Levo Chan, former CEO of junket operator Tak Chun Group, and several other defendants in connection with the case, which Macau’s Public Prosecution Office initiated at the beginning of August. Four Macau Casino Concessionaires Seek Compensation Totaling $16.8 million GGRAsia reported that Wynn Resorts (Macau), SJM […]
Casino
December 6, 2022
Iowa Resident Tried to Get Another Man to Collect Jackpot and Got Arrested
An Iowa resident tried to get another man to receive his slot machine jackpot in order to get away from paying a debt he owes to the Iowa State but he ended up in jail instead. Iowa Man Did Not Want His Winnings to Go to Repaying a Debt to the State Sioux and Proud […]
Casino
December 5, 2022
Okada Manila Reports Impressive Q32022 Results
Following a delay due to the violent takeover of Okada Manila Casino Resort, the resort’s operator Tiger Resort, Leisure and Entertainment Inc (TRLEI) has finally published the financial results for Okada Manila for the third quarter of 2022. GGR Increased by 141% Year-On-Year TRLEI reported an astounding boost of 141% in gross gaming revenue (GGR) […]
Industry
December 5, 2022
NSW Crime Commissioner Advocates for Compulsory EGM Cashless System
New South Wales Crime Commissioner Michael Barnes has directed criticism toward New South Wales MPs for devaluing the importance of the findings of the Report into Money Laundering via EGMs in Pubs and Clubs, which was made up as a result of an investigation conducted in collaboration by the NSW Crime Commission, the Independent Liquor […]
Legal
December 2, 2022
Chau and the Defendants Will Receive the Final Verdict on January 18
The final verdict from the legal proceedings against former Suncity Group CEO and chairman Alvin Chau and 20 other defendants will be stipulated in the middle of January next year, as per the schedule announced by the Macau Court of First Instance on December 1. Chau Directs Apologies to Suncity Group Staff Inside Asian Gaming […]
