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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.
Business
June 21, 2022
Hachette’s Veteran to Serve as Entain Chief People Officer
Entain is busy working on its professional lineup with a number of new appointments trickling in over the last months. The latest such appointment is going to be Melanie Tansey who is joining Hachette UK, a publishing company, and she will serve as the company’s new chief people officer. Melanie Tansey Steps into the Job […]
Industry
June 21, 2022
Italy’s Gambling Market Grows Year-over-Year in April
The Italian iGaming market has posted its first upward trend in a long, long time this April. This is the first time the gambling segment in the country inched up driven by stronger-than-expected interactive wagering since November 2021. April’s results were higher than April 2021’s, but the numbers were still under the March 2022 benchmark. […]
Casino
June 20, 2022
Macau’s GGR for June Expected to Nosedive
An uptick in the COVID-19 infections in Macau has forced the entire Special Administrative Region (SAR) to shut down. At the time of writing this, 34 total cases have been reported by the Novel Coronavirus Response and Coordination Centre, Macau’s authority tasked with enforcing the zero COVID policy of mainland China. Casinos Remain Open, But […]
Business
June 20, 2022
ParlayBay Brings Dedicated Content to INDIBET
Sports betting titles provider ParlayBay has teamed up with INDIBET, an established sports betting brand with a global reach that focuses on cricket exclusively. The INDIBET website does have dedicated sportsbook facilities for a broader range of experiences. ParlayBay CEO Patrick Nordwall welcomed the opportunity: INDIBET is the perfect partner for us to release our […]
Casino
June 20, 2022
Swintt Launches on Dutch Market with Fair Play Casino
Swintt is entering the Dutch gaming market by introducing its portfolio of distinguished slot products to the recently-regulated jurisdiction through a partnership with Fair Play Casino. The company’s extensive collection of trusted games is already available at the Fair Play Online Casino. Commenting on this launch, Swintt CCO David Mann said: We’re thrilled to be […]
Casino
June 20, 2022
Nebraska Wants More Horse Racetracks to Attract Casinos
When voters went to the ballot in 2020 and cast their votes in favor of the legalization of private wagering, they thought that they are taking a decisive stride into the future. However, the realities are that despite Nebraska managing to push through a working private gambling framework, one pesky condition may actually cause more […]
Casino
June 20, 2022
New Study Makes Economic Case for Banning Casino Smoking
The debate on whether to ban smoking on casino floors has been one that has pitted workers, industry bodies, and the businesses themselves against each other. For the longest time, the presumption has been that should such a ban occur, it would immediately lead to a sharp downturn in revenue. Mounting evidence suggests otherwise so […]
Esports
June 20, 2022
Streamer Mathil Says xQc Would Sell His Audience for Money
Tensions continue to build up, triggered by xQc’s decision to embrace gambling streams. The latest to take a jab at the streamer is fellow content creator Mathil, known to his Path of Exile fans and for his clever antics, and packing a sizeable audience. xQc‘s Gambling Once Again Roasted by Fellow Streamer Mathil was triggered […]
Casino
June 20, 2022
37-Year-Old Man in India Takes Own Life over Gambling Debt
A 37-year-old man was found dead in his home in Manali, Himachal Pradesh, India. He committed suicide over gambling debt with his latest online gambling session resulting in a total debt loss of 20 lakh ($25,656). He is the latest victim of gambling-related harm in the country with India currently at crossroads as to how […]
Casino
June 20, 2022
Buford Charity Really a Front for Illegal Gambling
A charity in Buford may have been lining its pockets under a false pretense as the Little Kings and Queens, a Gwinnet Count-based non-for-profit organization, was recently named as an illegal gambling business. The organization argued that it’s raising money for various charitable campaigns to help members of the community, through toy giveaways, food drives, […]
