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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.

Business August 16, 2021
Betsson Eyes the Canadian Market through Investment in Slapshot Media
Betsson AB continues its unrelenting quest to become a household name in the gaming industry. With the pending introduction of new sports betting options in Canada, the global brand wants to hit the ground running in the country. It’s now banking on a new partnership to lead the charge, having announced the acquisition of a […]
Business August 16, 2021
Mobile Sports Betting in the Philippines Expands with MegaSportsWorld Approval
It’s been a tumultuous time for the Philippines, unable to come out from under the relentless attack of COVID-19. Casinos in some parts of the country have been forced to shut down or reduce operations in an effort to thwart the virus, but the decline in land-based gaming has been a catalyst for online gaming […]
Casino August 13, 2021
Casino Canberra Halts Operations as COVID-19 Strengthens Grip in Australia
Australia seemed to be managing the COVID-19 pandemic well last year, with the number of reported cases much lower than what was being seen in the rest of the world. However, there has been a spike in the number of people catching the virus over the past several months that has health officials worried. It […]
Business August 13, 2021
Rivers Casino Operator Sugarhouse Fined by Pennsylvania Gaming Regulator
In the overall scheme of things, it doesn’t seem like a huge ordeal, but Sugarhouse HSP Gaming has been given a slap on the wrist by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). The casino operator was found to have violated state regulations regarding “approved internal controls” at its Rivers Casino Philadelphia property and agreed to […]
Business August 12, 2021
Casinos Austria Reveals Nagasaki IR Plans
Casinos Austria is now officially the casino partner of Nagasaki as the prefecture looks to be one of the first three locations in Japan to host an integrated resort (IR). That selection was revealed earlier this week, and the casino operator is now ready to dig in and help the prefecture’s dream become a reality. […]
Industry August 12, 2021
Arizona Sports Betting Proves Too Popular; Some Operators to Miss Out
Arizona is working quickly to introduce its new sports betting market to the world, with everything expected to be in place by the first games of the new NFL season. That doesn’t give much time, as September 9 will see the first kickoff. However, the state doesn’t have to worry about filling the number of […]
Business August 12, 2021
Despite COVID-19 Setbacks, Hann Casino Resort Plans Hiring Spree
The Philippines can’t shake its COVID-19 issues. Just when it seems like things are improving, new cases emerge, forcing the return of quarantine and other health measures. Despite the ongoing problems, Widus Philippines is going on a hiring spree for its Hann Casino Resort in the Clark Freeport Zone. Up to 1,000 positions need to […]
Industry August 11, 2021
PointsBet Has a New VP of Global Sportsbook Trading
PointsBet is determined to bring its Australian operations to the US and, so far, has been successful. As it continues to expand in the country, it is building out its executive workforce, recruiting experienced veterans to lead the charge. The latest appointment comes through Aonghus Mulvihill, who has been tapped to be the online gaming […]
Sports August 11, 2021
New York Mobile Sports Betting Safe, despite Governor Cuomo’s Resignation
After months of facing accusations of sexual misconduct, and just as the state’s investigation of the claims was wrapping up, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced his resignation. This past Tuesday, the embattled governor gave his two weeks notice, paving the way for Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul to take over. While her ascension makes […]
Sports August 11, 2021
Barstool Sports Can’t Play NIL Ball with University of Louisville Athletes
The NCAA has begrudgingly accepted the fact that college athletes have the right to monetize themselves. Until California passed a law two years ago that guaranteed state athletes could sell their images, the NCAA took in millions by controlling that right. California’s efforts opened the floodgates for Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) agreements to appear, and […]