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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.
Legal
March 10, 2023
Woman Arrested after Brandishing Weapons at Harrah’s Casino AC
Sarah Watson, a Somers Point woman, is under arrest for attempting a robbery at Harrah’s Casino in Atlantic City. Investigators found out that this isn’t her first crime either. As reported by Breaking AC, Watson, 35, was arrested Friday at the casino where she pulled out a knife and an electroshock in the midst of […]
Insider
March 10, 2023
BettorOff Alex Dubin: “It Doesn’t Matter If You Participate – March Madness Pulls You In”
March Madness is upon us and as new states launch their online mobile betting just in time for the collegiate betting bonanza, we sit down with BettorOff CEO and co-founder Alex Dubin to discuss the event and what it’s going to mean for sports fans and sportsbooks. Q: What is the biggest reason why this […]
Legal
March 10, 2023
PAGCOR Terminates Contract with Auditor That Provided Fake Documents
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), the body responsible for regulating gambling in the Philippines, is terminating the contract of one of its partners. As announced by the authority, it will no longer be working with Global ComRCI, a third-party POGO auditor. Global ComRCI was responsible for probing the businesses of Philippine Offshore Gaming […]
Casino
March 10, 2023
Evoplay Signs Content Deal with Uniclub Lithuania
Moving forward, Uniclub Lithuania will feature a number of innovative slot games provided by Evoplay as part of the agreement. This will include spot-on gaming options such as Fruit Super Nova, the entire series, Ice Mania, and more. Uniclub Lithuania Gets Content Boost by Evoplay A total of 53 engaging games will be integrated with […]
Sports
March 10, 2023
Ireland Keen to Follow Belgium and Block Gambling Ads
Ireland has long been debating whether gambling is a bit too much in the country, with Senator Mark Wall, the Labor Party’s sports spokesperson, pointing to Belgium as a good example of what should happen in his country as well. Block Gambling Ads Now, Says Irish Lawmaker According to Wall, the time is right to […]
Casino
March 10, 2023
Zitro Delivers on Its Ambitious Environmental Goal
In 2021, the company said that it would seek to reduce its carbon footprint by 80% at the very least, following up on that ambitious target throughout the past years. Now, the company claims that it has well exceeded its original targets. For a Greener and Sustainable Future of the Gambling Industry According to Zitro, […]
Casino
March 10, 2023
William Hill and Hacksaw Launch Branded Version of “Mines”
Hacksaw Gaming and William Hill have created a branded version of the popular Mines games that will be available exclusively at the operator and bear the signage, IP, and “unmistakable bold branding” of the prominent casino operator. Players in Control for an Even Better Experience William Hill has also taken this opportunity to give players […]
Casino
March 10, 2023
Atlantic City’s Dealers Who Have Cancer Urge for Smoking Ban
Speaking to one such person, Tammy Brady, the Associated Press found out that the dealer, who started working at the age of 18, had stage 2 breast cancer right now. Brady is 55. The Borgata casino worker did not outright blame in-door smoking on the casino floor, but she did say that there was a […]
Casino
March 10, 2023
Missouri Sees New Lawsuit Filed Against Gambling Machines
A new lawsuit, filed by attorneys in Missouri on behalf of seven plaintiffs, seeks to address the gray market for such machines. The plaintiffs argue that they have been hurt by the illegal operations of the thousands of machines that are currently available in the state, and seek damages from the owners of the venues […]
Sports
March 9, 2023
Genius Sports Extends Agreement with NBA
Sports data and tech company Genius Sports has, through its Second Spectrum subsidiary, extended its partnership with the National Basketball Association (NBA). Under the multi-year deal expansion, Second Spectrum will be named as the official NBA league pass augmentation provider. The deal will also see the brand as the association’s official basketball analytics provider. As […]
