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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
March 3, 2022
Venetian and Palazzo Casino Resorts Create Value Sharing Program for Employees
The Venetian and The Palazzo Casino Resorts on the Las Vegas Strip have decided to come up with a revenue-sharing scheme that will enable staffers to contribute towards the properties’ sustainability and profitability and get something out of it as well. Giving Employees Deserved Job Assurances This is done at the behest of Apollo Global […]
Business
March 3, 2022
Morgan Stanley Optimistic about DraftKings’ Stock Despite Short-Term Losses
A recent Morgan Stanley analyst note is bullish on the potential of the DraftKings stock as gaming shares are a hotly debated topic in investment circles. Some have advised that more consolidation of the sector would be needed before any real gains can be realized. Yet, the outlook from Morgan Stanley for the fantasy and […]
Business
March 3, 2022
SciPlay Acquires Alictus Studio in up to $300M Deal
Developer of social casino experiences SciPlay has added another high-profile mobile studio to its lineup of assets, expanding the reach of its gaming nous and expertise. The acquisition of Alictus, a Turkey-based development studio of casual game experiences, has become the latest asset that SciPlay will now run under its umbrella. SciPlay Pays Initial $100m, […]
Industry
March 2, 2022
Ireland Starts Looking for Head of Future Gambling Authority
Ireland will finally look to establish a gambling regulator, a move that has long been in the making and deservedly so. After the country faced some trouble in bringing bookmakers in line over the use of credit cards, a watchdog that has the remit to issue unambiguous rules regarding gambling – and follow up on […]
Casino
March 2, 2022
Casino Maltese Expels Russian Ambassador over War in Ukraine
Casino Maltese will no longer admit on its premises the ambassador of the Russian Federation in Malta, Andrey Lopukhov. The diplomat has lost his membership and will no longer be able to attend the exclusive social club in retaliation to President Vladimir Putin’s unprovoked aggression against its democratic neighbor. Cold Snap in Diplomatic Relations On […]
Casino
March 2, 2022
Wizard Games Strikes Content Partnership with BetMGM in WV
Wizard Games, an Aspire Global’s brand, continues to grow its footprint in the United States through a new content partnership now live with BetMGM Casino in West Virginia. As the state reports an increase in its overall gaming revenue, so is Wizard Games moving in to expand its footprint and bring its high-grade iGaming products […]
Casino
March 2, 2022
Bragg Gaming Obtains Bahamas Supplier License
Bragg Gaming is expanding its geographical reach with a new license from the Bahamas. The company is officially a certified supplier of iGaming products under any market covered by the Bahamas moving forward which will effectively allow it to provide its products in the country. Bragg’s Footprint Continues to Grow Bragg is fast-expanding its reach of […]
Business
March 2, 2022
HighStakes Brings Trading, Crypto, and Gaming Platform Online
HighStakes has become the latest platform to launch a dedicated gambling experience that features crypto and trading through a new one-shop website. The HigStakes.com portal is dedicated to online poker, sports betting, casino gaming, as well as trading, and crypto. HighStakes Introduces New Website The company is using products developed by One Touch, Evolution, and […]
Sports
March 2, 2022
Betway Teams up with DLMDD to Create Sonic Branding
Betway has partnered with DLMDD to help build its new identity with its player base around the world. DLMDD is a London-based sonic branding agency that will assist Betway in delivering its messages in a new marketing push that will focus on audio. The new sonic branding is already out as a result of a […]
Casino
March 2, 2022
Scientific Games Rebrands to Light & Wonder amid Q42021 Results
Scientific Games has become the latest company to undergo a name change in a bid to better reflect on the expanding horizons of the gaming and entertainment industries. Moving forward, Scientific Games will be known as Light & Wonder and it will come with the company’s broader reorientation towards the digital segment. Strong Quarterly Results […]