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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.

Sports December 16, 2021
Ohio’s Sports Betting Market to Allow Bets on College Games
Ohio sports betting will include major college-level sports when the state’s market opens. This was the announcement made Wednesday by the head of the state agency that is responsible for overseeing the new industry. Ohio Embraces College Sports Betting Matt Schuler, executive director of the Casino Control Commission (CCC), which will oversee the activity, stated […]
Business December 16, 2021
BetMGM Continues iGaming Expansion with New Jersey Bingo Launch
BetMGM has launched Borgata Bingo, which went live yesterday in New Jersey. At one point only an online sportsbook, the MGM Resorts International-backed offering has made a huge splash in the iGaming sector. Its objective is to be a complete iGaming solution serving the North America market and, possibly, international markets. MGM Does Bingo The […]
Industry December 16, 2021
Macau Optimistic on Casino Concession Approvals in 2022
The Macau government seems like it is pushing to finish the re-tendering process of gaming concessions before current licenses expire next year. Lei Wai Nong, the Secretary for Economy and Finance, stated that details will soon be announced. Casino Tenders a Sensitive Subject According to Inside Asian Gaming, Lei spoke to the media after this […]
Industry December 16, 2021
Junkets to Survive Without Chinese Gamblers, Asserts Expert
Davis Fong, a gaming professor and former lawmaker in Macau, believes that junket operators in the city can survive and thrive. All they need to do is redirect their attention away from mainland Chinese customers to Hong Kong and Southeast Asia, IAG reports as it cites Fong and his outlook for the industry in the […]
Business December 16, 2021
Rush Street Interactive Recruits TV Personality Brittney Payton
Rush Street Interactive (RSI) announced yesterday the signing of Brittney Payton as brand ambassador in an exclusive brand deal with BetRivers.com and PlaySugarHouse.com. She is a Chicago TV personality and daughter of former NFL player Walter Payton, RSI Hires Familiar Face as Brand Ambassador Payton, a native Chicagoan, moved to Arizona in 2020. As a […]
Casino December 15, 2021
New Philippines Casino Launching Today in Clark Freeport Zone
Hann Casino Resort in the Clark Freeport Zone, Philippines is opening its doors today, according to an announcement by its developer, Hann Philippines Inc. This new plan involves the expansion and rebranding of the former Widus Hotel & Casino complex through an investment of $238.3 million by Hann Philippines. Clark Continues to Expand In addition […]
Casino December 15, 2021
Live! Casino Pittsburgh Plans Poker Room, More Gaming Tables
Live! Casino Pittsburgh is celebrating its first year as the anchor at the Westmoreland Mall in the Pennsylvania city. To mark the occasion, the casino is getting a few upgrades, including a poker room and more gaming options. Live! Casino Pittsburgh Expands Gaming Officials revealed several new attractions Tuesday, including a poker table, event center […]
Sports December 15, 2021
New York Assembly Supports the Idea of Stadium Sportsbooks
The New York State Assembly and Senate are in sync on how to expand mobile betting in the state. This past Monday, Assemblyman J. Gary Pretlow introduced a bill, A8538, to allow OTBs (off-track betting) and pro-sports venues to have mobile betting kiosks. New York’s mobile betting options would be expanded with fixed-odds horse wagering, […]
Industry December 15, 2021
Analysts Lower New-Year Outlook for Macau by 30%
Morgan Stanley is now less optimistic about Macau’s continued strengthening in 2022. As a result, the financial firm’s analysts have reduced the expected gross gaming revenue (GGR) for the city by 30% to $15 billion. Macau Has a Long Road Ahead Although the institution noted a “choppy recovery,” it said that there are still “overhangs” […]
Sports December 15, 2021
FanDuel Continues to Spend Big on Florida Sports Betting Efforts
The debate over the future of legalized sports betting in Florida is far from over. As the Seminole Tribe of Florida watches its compact crumble, sportsbooks are taking advantage of the chaos to try to come around from the flank and find a path for them to claim victory. FanDuel and DraftKings have contributed significantly […]