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Fiona Simmons

Journalist

Although 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 March 7, 2022
Playson Praises Its Ukrainian Team Efforts to Defend Their Country
Playson has lauded the efforts of its Kyiv-based development arm amid the city siege which has put a strain on the iGaming content supplier’s production capabilities. The studio has openly condemned the war waged on Ukraine by Russia which started with airstrikes across the country on Thursday, February 24. Playson Stands By Its Ukrainian Team […]
Sports March 7, 2022
BetMGM Adds NHL Oilers’ Connor McDavid as Brand Ambassador
Connor McDavid has become the first action sports athlete from the National Hockey League (NHL) and the four major US leagues who is going to represent sports betting brands. The athlete, who is the current captain of the Edmonton Oilers, has signed up a partnership with BetMGM, a leading iGaming operator in the United States. […]
Casino March 7, 2022
NagaCorp Suspends Vladivostok Casino Indefinitely Due to Russia’s War in Ukraine
It has been 11 days since Russia invaded Ukraine, its democratic neighbor, in what the world has described as an unprovoked and illegal invasion. While Russia itself has denied that it’s waging war and has suspended all foreign media at home to keep its population in an informational blackout, businesses from around the globe have […]
Casino March 7, 2022
Vietnam to Include Two More Resorts in Local Gambling Plans
Asian countries generally take a dim view of gambling when it involves their own citizens playing games of chance. However, attitudes may be changing slightly as the global pandemic has bitten in tourism revenue and new sources of income are sorely needed. As a result, Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance has suggested that its pilot program […]
Legal March 7, 2022
New York State Bills Suggest Reduction of Mobile Betting Tax Rate
One of the hot-button topics in New York at the turn of the year was the taxation rate for the sports betting industry and specifically, its mobile betting branch. Now, a group of state lawmakers is looking to tweak the numbers and give the industry more in the way of breathing room, add fresh licensees, […]
Industry March 4, 2022
Germany Watchdog Calls Government to Act Against Illegal Gambling Sites
German trade body Deutscher Sportwettenverband (DSWV) has raised fresh concerns that the black market may still be dominating the country with authorities acting too slowly to curb the activities of rogue operators that have claimed a sizable chunk of the gaming market in Germany. More Needs to Be Done to Stop Black Markets According to […]
Industry March 4, 2022
Gaming Industry for Ukraine Seeks to Help Refugees of Russian War
Gaming Industry for Ukraine is an initiative that has been formed to respond to the unprovoked war Russia declared on its democratic neighbor. The GoFundMe campaign hosted by several gambling organizations will seek to provide refugees with up to £250,000 ($333,000) in relief funds. The funds will go directly to Choose Love, a crisis fundraiser […]
Industry March 4, 2022
MGA Advises License Holders to Ensure They Comply with Sanctions
The Malta Gaming Authority will be actively reevaluating its licensing conditions in light of the war Russia waged on its democratic neighbor last week. The regulator has said that license holders would need to comply with the sanctions imposed on Russia for declaring war on Ukraine. MGA Warns Licensees to Adhere to Sanctions on Russian […]
Business March 4, 2022
Czech Business Leaders Condemn Russian War in Ukraine, Offer Humanitarian Relief
Czech entrepreneurs and business leaders Karel Komárek and Robert Chvátal have condemned the Russian war in Ukraine which has led to the senseless and brutal oppression of the Ukrainian people. The war launched with a premeditated strike by the Russian side on Thursday, February 24, which led to the large-scale invasion of Ukrainian territory by […]
Casino March 4, 2022
Aruze Gaming America and Galaxy Gaming Team up for Interactive Craps
Aruze Gaming America and Galaxy Gaming have teamed up to deliver more interactive content with craps as one of the main focuses of the partnership. This means that Aruze Gaming America players will have access to Galaxy craps tables, making for some of the best experiences out there.  Bonus Craps to Improve the Interactive Experience  […]