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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 June 21, 2021
Quebec Doesn’t Want Criminals in Its Casinos
Canada is still, a decade after it began, dealing with a massive corruption scandal tied to certain casinos and a large money-laundering operation that still hasn’t been completely uncovered. The ordeal has led to high-profile political figures losing their jobs and some criminals involved been targeted by drive-by shootings. In an effort to help clean […]
Casino June 21, 2021
Cordish Wants Norfolk to Pay over Losing Casino Bid
The Cordish Companies feels like Norfolk, Virginia jilted when it awarded a casino license to the Pamunkey Indian Tribe last year. The two entities were vying for the rights for a casino in the city and Cordish was convinced it had the upper hand before Norfolk chose its rival. Now, the casino operator is out […]
Industry June 21, 2021
Global Gaming Regulators Get an Awards Program
Gaming regulators around the world now have a little more incentive to become more proactive in helping to shape the gaming industry. The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR), a global organization created by gaming regulators for gaming regulators, has introduced a new awards program designed to highlight those entities that are making a bigger […]
Business June 21, 2021
MGM Injects $500m to Upgrade Yonkers Raceway
Out with the old, in with the new is becoming fashionable in a post-COVID-19 environment, especially in the gambling ecosystem. A number of casino operators are breathing new life into their old properties as they emerge from the coronavirus destruction, hoping that fresh fixtures and amenities will quickly attract the crowds. New York’s Yonkers Raceway […]
Sports June 18, 2021
Paddy Power Breaks into Show Biz with The VAR Room
It’s not uncommon for businesses to look at different ways to diversify their operations, but Paddy Power is really exploring diversification. The bookmaker has introduced a new sitcom that it describes as a “tongue-in-cheek” exploration of Stockley Park, the home of English soccer’s video assistant referee (VAR). The show kicked off this past Wednesday, with […]
Sports June 18, 2021
Arlington International Racecourse Could Move from Horses to Bears
Horses have been running races at Arlington International Racecourse since 1927, but the track might soon be overrun by bears. Churchill Downs Inc. (CDI) is the current owner of the track and its massive 326-acre property, but announced earlier this year that it would sell the location for redevelopment. According to the Chicago Tribune, the […]
Industry June 18, 2021
Ladbrokes “Guru” of Political Gambling Exits After 18 Years
Studies have shown that, on average, a person will have around 12 jobs over the course of their entire professional career. However, there is occasionally the individual that completely skews the numbers and, in this case, it is Matt Shaddick. He has been with Ladbrokes for the past 18 years, including time with its parent […]
Casino June 18, 2021
Las Vegas Sands Hopes to Find Аllies as It Fights $12-billion Lawsuit in Macau
The case pitting Las Vegas Sands (LVS) against a former business partner is finally getting underway in a Macau courtroom. Marshall Hao, a Taiwanese businessman behind Asian American Entertainment Corporation (AAEC), is suing the casino operator over what he asserts is a breach of contract linked to LVS’s entry into the Macau gaming industry. It’s […]
Industry June 17, 2021
US Sports Gambling Sees Major Gains from Pre-pandemic Levels
According to a report by Canaccord Genuity, the sports gambling handle in the US is now twice that of pre-COVID-19 levels. Of course, much of that has to do with an increase in the number of legalized gambling states, but it is also because of increased interest in the activity. iGaming is on the rise, […]
Sports June 17, 2021
A Look at Illinois’ Sports Gambling Market One Year in Doesn’t Show Widespread Gambling Problems
The vast majority of sports gamblers in Illinois don’t demonstrate an unhealthy proclivity toward gambling. This is good news since gambling opponents have repeatedly – and incorrectly – tried to argue that legalized gambling would destroy communities. They asserted that it would only create a society full of crazed people, running around and placing bets […]