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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 May 17, 2021
Crown Resorts Might Be Seriously Considering Merger with Star Entertainment
It appears that The Blackstone Group is going to have to head back to the boardroom if it wants to make a play for Crown Resorts. After Star Entertainment Group stepped in with a proposal that would see Crown and Star merge, Blackstone tried to sweeten the pot, but it apparently isn’t enough. Crown’s board […]
Sports May 17, 2021
iGaming, Sports Gambling Push Michigan over $1bn in Gambling Revenue
Michiganders love to gamble and, for years, the state missed out on all the revenue that it could have been earning from the gaming industry. Michigan has a few land-based casinos that have contributed to the local economy, but sports gambling and iGaming were missing from the equation. That changed this year, however, and the […]
Casino May 17, 2021
Lakeside Inn and Casino, Casualty of COVID-19, Sells for $13.3 Million
The Lake Tahoe casino scene became a little smaller a year ago when the Lakeside Inn and Casino closed due to COVID-19. Locals who enjoyed the gambling property had hoped that it would one day be able to re-emerge, but when an auction was held this past March to sell much of the property’s equipment, the writing was on the wall. […]
Sports May 14, 2021
Horse Racing in Florida Could Be on Its Last Legs
As much as some Florida lawmakers, and many residents, would like to see legalized sports gambling come to the Sunshine State, the path toward acceptance is full of potholes and pitfalls. Some states have been able to quickly introduce legal sports gambling frameworks; others have taken more time than they probably needed. Florida now sits […]
Legal May 14, 2021
Thieves Busted Using Jamming Devices at Florida Gaming Venues
A quintet of would-be thieves didn’t do a good job of covering themselves as they committed their crimes and will now pay the price. A media outlet in Jacksonville, FL, highlighted the recent bust of a theft ring that was using electronic jammers to steal from gaming arcades in Columbia County. However, it indicates that […]
Legal May 14, 2021
Stakers Weighs Its Options as Appeal to Lift License Suspension in the UK Fails
It’s a well-known fact in the gaming space that the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) expects gaming operators to toe the line at all times and that it doesn’t allow much margin for error. The regulator has repeatedly cracked down on companies that it feels aren’t playing by the rules, issuing fines, suspending licenses, and even […]
Legal May 13, 2021
Crown Resorts Looks to Appease Regulators by Eliminating Junkets and Cash
Crown Resorts knows that its livelihood and future as they currently stand are on the ropes. As the casino operator faces increased scrutiny over its operational integrity across Australia, it has to know that its fate has likely already been sealed. However, as it looks to stave off any further damage or public relations nightmares, […]
Casino May 13, 2021
MGM Ready for a Full Return in Vegas, Including Additional Fees
As pockets of new COVID-19 cases pop up around the world, there has still been significant improvement in battling the pandemic. The casino industry has been waiting a year to be able to return to normal and, although some parts of the industry are still going to have to wait a little longer, Las Vegas […]
Business May 13, 2021
Better Collective Sees Strong Growth as First-quarter Revenue Jumps 86%
It’s now clear where Better Collective is getting its confidence to go on a shopping spree. The sports wagering media group has made a number of acquisitions lately that will strengthen its position in the market. After the company posted its earnings report for the first quarter of the year this week, it becomes apparent […]
Casino May 12, 2021
New Jersey Bill Would Clarify How State Gaming Revenue Is Presented
According to the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE), Atlantic City’s casino market is running strong. However, dissecting the results provided by the department, a discrepancy emerges. While the numbers reflect gross gaming revenue (GGR) last year of over $2.88 billion for the nine casinos and two sports gambling racetracks, this isn’t totally accurate. […]