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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.

Industry December 28, 2021
Economists in Ohio Confused Over Sports Betting
Despite already having several years of data upon which to build conclusions, some people still have difficulty grasping the role legalized sports betting plays in the US. As Ohio becomes the latest to embrace the industry, a survey conducted by economists in the state shows that the number-crunchers are divided over the economic benefits that […]
Industry December 28, 2021
Las Vegas Feels the Sting as More Flights Canceled
What should normally be a busy time for Las Vegas has turned into a troublesome spell for the city. The gambling city was hoping to end the year on a high note, but the cancelation of flights around the US is causing problems. If the Omicron variant of COVID-19 continues to spread, things could get […]
Industry December 27, 2021
Powerball Grows as No One Hits the $400M Christmas Prize
The Powerball lottery numbers for the Christmas Day draw were 27, 29, 45, 55, 55 and 58. The Powerball was 3, and the Power Play 3X. Despite millions of tickets having been sold, no one correctly guessed all the right numbers. The Christmas miracle of winning a $400 million fortune has passed, but there’s now […]
Casino December 27, 2021
Santa Fe Casino December Shooting Suspect Caught by Police
It takes a certain kind of person to want to try to commit a crime at a casino. It’s not like there aren’t cameras and other types of surveillance equipment everywhere. Getting away with the crime isn’t very likely, but perhaps those individuals just like the gamble. One recent criminal mastermind is now behind bars […]
Legal December 27, 2021
Virginia’s Gambling Industry Getting Murky After Recent Court Fights
Attempts by Virginia’s lawmakers to provide clarity to legal gambling in the state have only muddied the waters. Instead of having the courts find in favor of the state in a number of legal challenges, some forms of gambling have become deregulated because of the ongoing battles. More challenges are likely in 2022. Virginia’s Growing […]
Industry December 27, 2021
Macau Casino Stocks Get a Boost as City Provides 2022 Gaming Update
Gaming operators with a presence in Macau received a last-minute Christmas gift last week. Only weeks after analysts set a reduced revenue forecast for Macau in 2022, the city provided an update on what is likely coming with new gaming laws. That revelation made analysts a little more optimistic, which, in turn, made investors optimistic. […]
Sports December 23, 2021
Arkansas Sports Betting Has Casinos Seeing Green, Sportsbooks Seeing Red
A battle over profit-sharing between local casinos and online betting sites is going to be waged in Arkansas. Casinos want to receive most of the sports betting revenue produced by their online sportsbook partners, even though they do less of the work. The Controversial 51% Rule Arkansas casino operators seek 51% revenue from online bookmakers […]
Casino December 23, 2021
Suspect Behind Rio Casino Murder Caught by Police
Just after midnight on December 3, a man was stabbed to death in a hotel room at the Rio Hotel and Casino. While the Rio wasn’t mentioned by name, the location given by police could only have been the casino property. Now, the individual suspected of orchestrating the attack and murder is behind bars. Rio […]
Legal December 23, 2021
Fight to Stop South Carolina Tribe’s Casino in North Carolina Comes to an End
Congress has confirmed, through the passage of a bill, that the US Department of Interior (DOI) can legally take 17 acres of Cleveland County, NC, land into trust for the Catawba tribe. With that, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) can no longer try to prevent the South Carolina-based tribe from expanding into North […]
Industry December 23, 2021
Ohio Gov. Approves Sports Betting Bill, Pro and College Sports on the Agenda
Ohio pulled it off. The state managed to approve sports betting legislation before the end of the year, but it will still be a while before anyone can place their first legal bets. Ohio Closing Out 2021 With Sports Betting House Bill 29 was signed by Governor Mike DeWine on Wednesday. This is the start […]