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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
September 13, 2022
BCLC Warns Consumers about Offshore Gambling Sites During NFL Season
A week into the NFL season, regulators have already begun warning consumers about the lurking dangers of unregulated gambling websites. If the present numbers are any indication, however, consumers in North America have become much smarter about figuring out what sportsbooks hold a license and what do not. In the United States, 46.6 million sports […]
Industry
September 13, 2022
OLG Relaunches Responsible Gambling Program as “My PlaySmart”
The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is doubling down on its efforts to introduce a globally recognized responsible gambling program. The existing program, PlaySmart, has been re-launched as My PlayBreak and rolled out just in time for the National Football League (NFL) season which took place over the weekend. My PlaySmart Aspires to Help […]
Casino
September 13, 2022
Philippine Police Vows to Do More to Tackle POGO Worker Exploitation, Crime
The Philippine National Police wants more to be done when it comes to gaining control over the regulated Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators sector and the inflow of foreign workers who come to work in the gambling industry. In fact, the police wants to create a detailed list that keeps track of workers and can assist […]
Industry
September 13, 2022
YouGov: Singapore, China, and Spain Oppose Online Gambling Legalization
A new study conducted by YouGov, a data firm, has shown a prevalent opposition to online gambling in Singapore. Nearly six in ten Singaporean adults oppose the idea of the legalization of internet gambling, whether it concerns sports betting or online casinos “Global Gambling 2022: The consumer view in the gambling debate” found. New Study […]
Blockchain
September 12, 2022
Sorare to Introduce F2P Game to Boost NBA Engagement
Engagement is the new currency that sports organizations seek to amass in enviable quantities. The latest such move is undertaken by the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) which have struck a partnership with Sorare, a blockchain-focused creator of fan experiences through innovative tech. Fantasy Sports and NFT Technology to […]
Legal
September 12, 2022
KSA Asks MKC Limited’s Betworld247 to Quit Netherlands
Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Dutch Gaming Authority, has issued a warning to M.K.C. Limited to either cease operations or face a stiff weekly penalty which the regulator will then press on to collect. The operator of Betworld247.com has been found to operate in breach of the country’s gambling laws. The cease-and-desist letter was issued to the […]
Sports
September 12, 2022
Aston Villa and Kaiyun Sports Sign Official Partnership
Aston Villa has revealed betting agency Kaiyun Sports as an Official Principal Partner and Official Sleeve Partner to the Premier League soccer club. The Asian brand is just beginning to expand its reach and clout in the European sports market and has found the opportunity to tie up an alliance with Aston Villa as a […]
Esports
September 12, 2022
GG.BET Brings in Dota 2 Community Guru Jenkins as Ambassador
Esports betting company GG.BET continues to reinforce its presence in the world of competitive video gaming after the company became the first official sponsor to a regional qualifier for The International, Dota 2’s largest competition featuring millions’ worth prize purses. As part of the company’s expansion in the vertical, GG.BET has signed a partnership with […]
Casino
September 12, 2022
Swintt Launches Games with MGA-licensed EnergyCasino
Swintt, a popular developer of iGaming titles and recipient of multiple industry awards, has announced a new partnership with EnergyCasino, a casino licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority, that will allow the company to consolidate its own footprint and presence in the jurisdiction. EnergyCasino and Swintt Casino Double Down on iGaming Experiences The new partnership […]
Sports
September 12, 2022
Study: Men’s Gambling Habits Largely Driven by Superstition
Gambling rituals are a natural part of the sports betting experience – but not all people participate in those. Even though gambler fallacies have been proven to never work, people still enjoy engaging in those ritualistic experiences prior to placing a wager – as if they can cajole Dame Fortune into favoring them on any […]
