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Erik Gibbs

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Erik brings his unique writing talents and storytelling flare to cover a wide range of gambling topics. He has written for a number of industry-related publications over the years, providing insight into the constantly evolving world of gaming. A huge sports fan, he especially enjoys football and anything related to sports gambling. Erik is particularly interested in seeing how sports gambling and online gaming are transforming the larger gaming ecosystem.

Casino January 28, 2022
Hard Rock Greenlighted for Permanent Casino in Rockford, Illinois
Hard Rock International’s temporary casino in Rockford, IL, is going to go away. However, it’s going to be replaced with something bigger and better. The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) voted 4 to 1 to license the Hard Rock Casino Rockford. The license gives the operator two years to complete the construction of the new property. […]
Industry January 28, 2022
Nevada Gaming Revenue Report Shows The Silver State Had a Great 2021
After a horrible 2020, casinos in Nevada were able to recover some ground last year. There is still more work to be done before it can claim they’ve made a full recovery, but the state’s casino industry should be pleased with the 2021 results. According to a Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) report, Nevada casinos […]
Industry January 28, 2022
State Bill to Block Richmond Re-Vote on Casino Referendum Approved
A bill that would allow the Virginia city of Petersburg to hold a referendum on a casino and prevent Richmond from conducting one for five more years was unanimously supported by a Virginia Senate Subcommittee. Five Democrats and four Republicans made up the chamber’s gaming subcommittee agreed to send state senator Joe Morrissey’s legislation to […]
Industry January 28, 2022
Sweden Rejects Return of Gaming Spending Cap, But New Regs Coming
The Swedish government announced earlier this month that it was considering bringing back several temporary measures to the gambling industry. Among these was a deposit limit, which was in place in 2020 and 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the government opted to scrap the plan. Players and operators are thrilled with the decision. Sweden […]
Sports January 27, 2022
Gambling Companies Help the NFL Set New Sponsorship Record
The cat’s out of the bag and there’s no going back. Sports betting means money for sports leagues. If they had realized this in 1992, they would have had 20 additional years of enhanced revenue. The NFL’s sponsorship figures from 2021 show how much more. The league took in $1.8 billion through sponsorship deals, a […]
Industry January 27, 2022
New Maryland Bill Would Keep New Sportsbooks Away From Stadiums
A new Maryland Senate bill could bring about major changes to the sports betting market in the state. Senate Bill 297 (SB297) was sponsored and supported by Senators Ron Young and Michael Hough and would set new rules for Maryland’s Sports Wagering Application Review Commission (SWARC) to issue sports betting licenses. The legislation is likely […]
Business January 27, 2022
Splash Technology Launches New Free-To-Play Daily Retention Game
Splash Tech has introduced a new game it is confident will help operators create retention and attract new users. Sports Lotto is a free-to-play (FTP) game that can be used by casinos, sportsbooks and more, offering a versatile gaming solution with a dedicated target. Splash Tech On the Edge of Innovation Sports Lotto is a […]
Legal January 27, 2022
Las Vegas Sands Fights Back Against $7-Billion Lawsuit in Macau
Las Vegas Sands (LVS) is back in court fighting a familiar foe. Asian American Entertainment Corporation (AAEC), a former business partner in Macau that helped it get its start there, has been trying to collect massive amounts of money for years. It argues that LVS breached its contract and, therefore, deserves a fat payday. It […]
Sports January 26, 2022
Mobile Sports Betting Could Hit Louisiana This Friday
Louisiana is on the verge of flipping the switch for mobile sports betting. The Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB) has been finalizing the rules and regulations for the segment, but has been non-committal on a specific launch date. According to Sports Handle, however, the launch could come before the end of this week. Mobile Sports […]
Industry January 26, 2022
Virginia’s City of Richmond Hopes Tax Cuts Will Sway the Public on Casino Bid
The city of Richmond, VA, was shocked and a little more than disappointed when local residents rejected a casino referendum last November. Not willing to give up the fight, the city is pulling out its bag of tricks to try to gain support. One of these tricks targets locals’ wallets. Tax Breaks for Casino Support […]