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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.
Business
July 4, 2024
William Hill Reports Strong Financials Despite Challenging Market Conditions
In its annual financial report for the fiscal year ending on December 31, 2023, William Hill presented a strong financial performance, which showed resilience and strategic progress in the market. William Hill Reports Slightly Lower 2023 Earnings, But Sees Growth in Key Areas William Hill’s earnings for 2023 were £1.2 billion ($1.5 billion), slightly down […]
Industry
July 3, 2024
Las Vegas Strip Faces Room Shortage, Leading to Higher Hotel Rates
Recent analysis suggests that the expected closure of The Mirage and Tropicana hotels is expected to have a drastic effect on room rates within the Las Vegas Strip. According to John DeCree, who is CBRE’s director of equity research, the rooms being taken out of circulation will act as a catalyst for earnings growth among […]
Industry
July 3, 2024
Google to Expand Ad Policy for DFS and Lottery Couriers in the US
Beginning July 15, 2024, Google will permit advertising of daily fantasy sports (DFS) and lottery courier services in many states across the United States according to an update made by the company to its Gambling and Games policy. Lottery Courier Services Get Green Light to Advertise in 34 States Under the new rules, DFS operators […]
Business
July 2, 2024
Kurt Freedlund Joins GLI as Senior Lottery Solutions Account Executive
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has appointed lottery specialist Kurt D. Freedlund as the company’s senior lottery solutions account executive. In this position, he will provide strategic direction and advisory services to GLI’s lottery customers, concentrating on product innovation, operational modernization, governance, strategic planning, procurement optimization, and business analysis. Angela Wong Praises Kurt Freedlund’s Lottery Expertise […]
Sports
July 2, 2024
UK Gambling Industry Anticipates Record Growth Amid Major Sporting Events
The British betting industry is about to experience unprecedented growth in the number of users as Euro 2024 and Royal Ascot coincide. The findings of app growth solutions firm SplitMetrics show a surge in gambling app downloads which could make this month one of the biggest ever for the sector. Euro 2024 and Royal Ascot […]
Business
July 2, 2024
Analysts Highlight Las Vegas Strip’s Strong Performance and Growth Prospects
Reports from analysts discuss the powerful performance of the Las Vegas Strip recently, as well as the increasing number of customers for DraftKings and continuous income potential for US regional casinos. Las Vegas Strip Posts Strong May Revenue Despite Headwinds In a June 27 note, Truist Securities analyst Barry Jonas highlighted the strong performance of […]
Lottery
July 1, 2024
Kentucky Father-Son Duo Wins $1M Jackpot
A man from Kentucky has vowed never to eat bologna again after winning a $1 million jackpot with his son through a scratch-off lottery ticket this month. The father and son decided to stay semi-anonymous, with only his first name Jody revealed and his father’s name withheld. Kentucky Man’s Scratch-Off Win Leaves Him Stunned and […]
Casino
July 1, 2024
Kentucky Judge Upholds Ban on Controversial ‘Gray Machines’
A Franklin County Circuit Judge upheld a Kentucky law that bans “gray machines,” slots-like devices that pay out money. The ruling was announced on June 28 and gave state officials a boost in their effort to rid convenience stores, gas stations and bars across Kentucky of the machines. Judge Grants Summary Judgment in Favor of […]
Casino
June 28, 2024
Live! Casino Philadelphia Fined $100,000 by PGCB for Proxy Betting Violations
After a series of violations committed by the Live! Casino and Hotel Philadelphia in connection with sports wagering, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) imposed a fine of $100,000 on the casino operator Stadium Casino RE, LLC. The penalties came after the board accepted a consent agreement presented by its Office of Enforcement Counsel (OEC) […]
Casino
June 28, 2024
Blackjack Win Leads to Unexpected Jackpot Denial at MGM Grand Detroit
Denise Ezell, a woman from Michigan, is suing MGM Grand Detroit after they refused to pay her a $127,000 jackpot she had won playing progressive blackjack. The 65-year-old has been gambling at the casino for more than two decades and filed a complaint in the US District Court Eastern District of Michigan asking for the […]
