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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
July 23, 2024
Charity Commission Clears GambleAware in Industry Independence Inquiry
The UK’s Charity Commission has closed its investigation into GambleAware. The Commission said the charity took ‘appropriate steps’ to maintain its independence from the gambling industry after an inquiry was launched in March. Charity Commission Finds No Fault After Good Law Project Complaint A campaign backed by the Good Law Project had raised concerns about […]
Industry
July 23, 2024
Ex-DraftKings VP’s Fight Against Non-Compete Clause Hinges on State Laws
In a major legal contest over non-compete agreements, the First Circuit Court of Appeals has questioned the efforts of a former DraftKings executive to work for rival company Fanatics while bypassing his agreement. Michael Hermalyn who formerly was the VP of marketing at DraftKings is fighting against enforceability issues surrounding his non-competition clause which have […]
Sports
July 22, 2024
Biden’s Withdrawal Boosts Harris, Alters 2024 Presidential Betting Landscape
In a surprising turn of events during the 2024 US presidential race, President Joe Biden announced on July 21 that he would be withdrawing from the election, which caused a frenzy in betting markets. The 81-year-old US President who is currently recovering from COVID-19 said that his obligation to his current office prevents him from […]
Business
July 22, 2024
Elon Musk’s X Teams Up with Genius Sports for New Ads Tool
In anticipation of a summer filled with significant sporting events like the Olympic and Paralympic Games, X (formerly Twitter) has partnered with Genius Sports to launch an innovative advertising tool called Trend Genius. The product uses live conversations on X to maximize ad spending during periods of peak engagement. Genius Sports and X Launch Trend […]
Industry
July 19, 2024
Casino Sector Underperforms Despite Solid Fundamentals, Analyst Warns
Barry Jonas, an analyst at Truist Securities, is worried that the casino sector has been underperforming. He cited strong gaming fundamentals but said investors are growing increasingly concerned about a potential consumer pullback. Las Vegas Strip Shows Surprising Strength Amid Investor Worries In a note to investors, Jonas dismissed concerns about record heat in Las […]
Industry
July 19, 2024
Massachusetts Communities Benefit from $18M in Gaming Commission Grants
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has just awarded over $18 million worth of grants from the Community Mitigation Fund (CMF) all throughout several municipalities and eligible entities in the state. This funding, which is for fiscal year 2025, aims to offset any negative effects that may come with running a casino as well as improve […]
Industry
July 18, 2024
NCPG Introduces Tribal Advisory Council to Tackle Gambling Issues
In order to tackle gambling-related issues among Native American communities, the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has formed its Tribal Advisory Council. NCPG is the only national nonprofit organization that focuses on reducing the economic and social impact of gambling addiction, and its new program seeks to foster closer cooperation with tribal gaming organizations. […]
Industry
July 18, 2024
Experts Call for Compassionate Approach in Self-Exclusion Programs
The panel on responsible gaming at the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) Summer Meeting in Pittsburgh looked into voluntary self-exclusion (VSE) programs. This was part of a four-day event at Rivers Casino which featured several sessions. One session discussed different approaches to VSE across various jurisdictions while stressing the need for empathy […]
Casino
July 17, 2024
Michigan Gaming Control Board Defends Crackdown on Illegal Gambling
Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has defended its severe anti-illegal gambling enforcement efforts, emphasizing its commitment to safeguarding people’s welfare and implementing state laws. The statement was made following complaints leveled against it with regard to the sudden rise in casino-style electronic gaming machines in bars and restaurants across Michigan which are often referred to […]
Casino
July 17, 2024
Altercations at Casinos Result in One Injury and One Death
Two casinos in Fresno and Tacoma have been the sites of violent altercations. One incident involved a security guard being injured, while the other resulted in a fatal shooting. Fresno Casino Security Guard Attacked by Homeless Man, Suspect Arrested In Fresno, a security guard at Club One Casino was hurt Saturday morning in an encounter […]
