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Fiona Simmons
JournalistAlthough Fiona doesn't have a long-spanning background within the gambling industry, she is an incredibly skilled journalist who has built a strong interest in the constantly growing iGaming network. The team at GamblingNews.com is glad to have her on our roster to help deliver the best stories as soon as they hit. Aside from writing, she loves to dabble in online casino games such as slots and roulette, both for her own enjoyment and also as research to better improve her understanding of the industry.
Industry
March 20, 2023
ACT Ready to Act on Its Own Against Gambling Ads on TV and Radio
ACT attorney general Shane Rattenbury has confirmed that should the federal government fail to reach a satisfactory decision on gambling ads in sports, the territory may be forced to act on its own and address ads which Rattenbury has described as both “pernicious” and “insidious.” Gambling Ads Gets in ACT’s Hair These remarks come against […]
Industry
March 17, 2023
A Look into Iowa’s iGaming Bill
Legislators in the state of Iowa have introduced a new bill that seeks to regulate online casinos. Right now, online sports betting is legal but online casinos are yet to foray into the Hawkeye State. This will cement Iowa as the seventh state that allows iGaming in the United States. While online sports betting continues […]
Blockchain
March 17, 2023
Playboy’s Ethereum Bid Led to $4.9M in Losses
PLBY Group, Playboy’s parent company, has lost $4.9 million because of the sharp declines across the cryptocurrency space. The company had sold its Rabbitars NFTs for Ethereum, which has now lost much of its value. Playboy launched its NFT line in 2021 and accepted Ethereum as a payment method for the tokens. However, the price […]
Legal
March 17, 2023
TNT Amusements Takes Torch Electronics to Court in Missouri
Torch Electronics, a company offering video slot machines across Missouri, has gotten itself into trouble as one of its competitors will be taking it to court. TNT Amusements, a local firm operating gaming machines, claims that Torch’s offerings are illegal and undermine its business. TNT said that its profits have plummeted since its competitor started […]
Sports
March 17, 2023
Caliente.mx Signs Pivotal Partnership with Mexican Football Federation
The partnership with Mexican Football Federation (FMF) will see Caliente serve as the new partner of Mexico’s National Team for a period of four years. Mexico’s Topflight Football Gets Its First Official Betting Partner Caliente joins respected names who are presently sponsoring the team and will have its logos and assets featured alongside those of […]
Casino
March 17, 2023
Western Australia Wants to See Betting and Time Limits at Crown Perth
In a report by Asgam, the Royal Commission has deemed it appropriate to put forward for discussion a ream of proposals that would make Crown Perth more secure and less likely to commit offenses in the future. Royal Commission Takes Good Look at EGMs Among those recommendations is a suggestion to put a mandatory AU$10 […]
Casino
March 17, 2023
Vivo Gaming Debuts Promotional Tournament Tool
The tool is seen as a major opportunity to significantly boost collaboration with operators and brands, and it has already debuted successfully with LatSoft. Operators will be able to create their own in-game tournaments and feature them across a number of sites all at once, increasing player engagement as they do. Vivo Gaming’s Tool Leads […]
Casino
March 17, 2023
AFL Boss Heeds Concerns about Oversaturation of Gambling Content
This concern has finally made it to the very top of the organizaiton, with the AFL chief executive, Gillon McLachlan, acknowledging that there seem to be too many gambling ads currently permeating the sport. AFL Boss Suggests Organization Doubling Down on Gambling Restrictions His remarks come at a time when there has been growing opposition […]
Esports
March 16, 2023
Riot Games Refutes Claims about Changes to Its Sponsorship Policy
A recent report by Esporkolik, a Turkish esports news outlet, claimed that Riot Games may soon allow VALORANT teams to pen sponsorship agreements with gambling companies. The claim was shared on Twitter, sparking immediate interest in the news. The original claim was posted yesterday and immediately became a hot topic. Teams in other esports disciplines […]
Sports
March 16, 2023
TheScore Bet Launches Web Version of Betting Facilities
TheScoreBet revealed its web version on Wednesday, confirming that the company is seeking to secure an edge in the highly-competitive provincial market which has seen more than 40 companies launch since the activities became legal in 2022. TheScore Bet Debuts Web Version for Better Engagement TheScore Bet has optimized its sportsbook to allow consumers to […]
