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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 August 2, 2021
One Dead after Fight at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin, Nevada
It should have been an enjoyable experience, a chance to get out and forget about the routines and the stresses of the daily grind. However, for one casino patron, and the casino he was visiting, it turned into something much darker. A patron hitting the gaming floor at the Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin, NV, […]
Sports July 30, 2021
Toronto Sports Facilities Could See Sportsbooks through theScore Bet
Sports betting in Canada will soon have additional options included, thanks to the approval of legislation to allow single-event wagers. As operators begin to prepare for a new era and more coverage, a number of deals are being worked out to gain better market position. The latest comes via Score Media and Gaming, which could […]
Industry July 30, 2021
DraftKings Expands Live Presence with New Books in Michigan, Tennessee
DraftKings has done it again. Already having set the bar high for what sports betting operators need to offer, it is entering a new partnership that will raise the bar even higher. While it may have made its fortune focusing on digital gaming options, DraftKings is getting into the brick-and-mortar sports bar business, and sportsbooks […]
Industry July 30, 2021
The Chinese Island of Hengqin Could Soon Belong to Macau
Macau could be on the verge of receiving a large and expensive gift. Rumors are circulating that China may be preparing to give the city the island of Hengqin, which, should it happen, would give Macau greater flexibility as a global tourism hotspot. It could also, in theory, provide a boost to the city’s casinos. […]
Sports July 29, 2021
Washington State Sports Betting Takes a Huge Step Forward
The picture of how Washington State’s sports betting market will work just became a little clearer. Gaming regulators approved rules yesterday regarding how licensing will be handled, facilitating a possible launch of the state’s first sportsbooks this September. One big hurdle still remains, however, as the Department of the Interior (DoI) has not yet signed […]
Casino July 29, 2021
Nagasaki and Yokohama Continue Enthusiasm to Attract IR Approval
Efforts to bring casino gambling to Japan continue, with the possibility that the final layout of the country’s inaugural integrated resort (IR) market will be revealed within a year. While that is behind the original schedule, progress is being made and several locations expected to compete to be one of the first IR hosts are […]
Sports July 29, 2021
BetMGM Drafts NFL’s Marshawn Lynch as Latest Sportsbook Ambassador
The line separating sports and sports betting has officially been eliminated. For a while, major sports leagues fought to keep legal sports betting away from their activity, but that fight came to an end in May 2018 with the death of PASPA. Now, all sports leagues, big and small, are more than eager to embrace […]
Industry July 28, 2021
Puerto Rico to Delay New Slot Machine Tax as Regulatory Issues Emerge
Puerto Rico is having some difficulty evolving its gaming industry, and this is causing financial losses and a lot of frustration. There have been legal battles waged over the past couple of years that have slowed down the introduction of a new framework and the brakes have been pumped once again. A plan to introduce […]
Industry July 28, 2021
COVID-19 Face Masks Return to Las Vegas under Mandatory State Orders
It was nice while it lasted, but the days of not having to wear face masks are coming to an end. Around the world, countries and local governments have been bringing back the dreaded masks as COVID-19 cases continue to rise. Nevada is the latest to join them, with Governor Steve Sisolak handing down an […]
Business July 28, 2021
Crown Resorts Agrees to Pay Small Part of Multimillion-Dollar Tax Bill
Crown Resorts is opening its wallet to settle an outstanding debt with the Victorian government, but it may not be enough. The beleaguered Australian casino operator has acknowledged that it will hand over approximately AUD$37 million (around $44.6 million) after it inadvertently underpaid its taxes for 2012. The sudden windfall will be welcome by the […]