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Deyan Dimitrov
AuthorDeyan is an experienced writer, analyst, and seeker of forbidden lore. He has approximate knowledge about many things, which he is always willing to apply when researching and preparing his articles. With a degree in Copy-editing and Proofreading, Deyan is able to ensure that his work writing for GamblingNews is always up to scratch.
Casino
June 28, 2022
Swiss Pastor behind Bars after Conning Parishioners to Finance His Gambling Addiction
The convicted former clergyman managed to abscond with CHF3.3 million ($3.4 million) from his flock by begging and asking for loans. The scheme fell apart after seventy of his victims filed complaints. The Gambling Pastor Will Serve Six Months of Jail Time and Attend Therapy The 52-year-old pastor ran his scheme between 2009 and 2018 […]
Sports
June 27, 2022
Petition of 20,000 Signatures Asks Everton to Ditch Its Stake.com Sponsorship
A web-based petition calling for English football club Everton to drop their new sportsbook sponsor gathered 20,000 signatures. The team recently made a sponsorship deal with prominent operator Stake.com for $12.5 million per season and put the gambling company’s logo on the front of Everton players’ shirts. The Petition Focuses on the Harm of Gambling […]
Business
June 27, 2022
Bally Bet to Face a Tough Fight in New York after Delayed Launch
According to industry insiders, sportsbook operator Bally Bet may finally launch in New York within the next week. The Rhode Island-based brand will be the last of the state’s nine regulated sportsbooks to launch and will face an uphill battle to secure a market share. Recent Launch Delays Could Be an Intentional Move by Bally’s […]
Industry
June 21, 2022
UK’s Gambling Regulator Unveils New Guidance to Help Combat Problem Gambling
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) updated its new list of rules on high-risk gamblers. The updated operator guidelines will be officially introduced on September 12 this year as part of the regulator’s efforts to fight gambling addiction. The new measures complement the regulator’s previous instructions released in April. The UKGC Prescribed an Increased Focus on […]
Casino
June 21, 2022
EPIC Restart Foundation and Leeds Beckett University Help Gambling Victims
The EPIC Restart Foundation, a UK charity aimed at helping victims of gambling addiction, announced its partnership with Leeds Beckett University. Carnegie Great Outdoors, a Leeds Beckett-based outdoor education provider, will supply coaches to help develop programs and courses for the foundation. Mental Health Specialists Collaborate to Aid Victims of Gambling Addiction The first planned […]
Sports
June 20, 2022
Sportsbet.io Attracts Kanu Nwankwo as Global Ambassador
Cryptocurrency-based online betting platform Sportsbet.io has signed a deal with football legend Kanu Nwankwo who will be the brand’s newest addition to its growing list of African representatives. The four-year contract will see Kanu partake in various promotional efforts to tap the ever-growing popularity of cryptocurrency in Africa. Kanu Joins Sportsbet’s Host of African Celebrities […]
Industry
June 20, 2022
Pennsylvania’s Gambling Sector Performs Well despite Slow Summer Season
According to a report by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, sportsbook operators in the state have entered the traditionally slower summer period. Sportsbooks recorded a handle of $493.4 million, roughly a 14% decrease compared to April. However, May’s $47.8 million Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) remained on par with the previous month’s results, and Pennsylvania’s total […]
Business
June 18, 2022
NeoGames Finalizes Aspire Global Acquisition
iLottery platform provider NeoGames has completed its acquisition of Aspire Global, which started this January. 99.31% of the shares in Aspire Global were tendered, and any remaining shares will be subject to a compulsory sale around 11 August. The deal is worth SEK4.3billion ($440.0 million) and will result in the complete merger of the two […]
Casino
June 16, 2022
Push Technology Announces Its New CEO
Real-time data streaming and messaging solutions provider Push Technology announced its promotion of Grethe Brown to the position of CEO. Brown joined Push earlier this year as COO. Brown Has Solid Management Experience in Various Industries “It is a tremendous honor to be appointed CEO of Push Technology at such an exciting time,” stated Brown […]
Business
June 15, 2022
Playtech Clears the Final Hurdle for Its Sale of Finalto
Renowned gambling software development company Playtech announced this Wednesday that it had received the necessary regulatory approvals to complete the sale of its financial trading division Finalto to Hong-Kong-based Gopher investments. Playtech shareholders approved the $250 million cash-only sales in December 2021, and the companies hope to close the deal by the end of June […]
