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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.

Casino February 14, 2022
Sports Illustrated Announces Resorts Initiative for New Consumer Experiences
At a time when most businesses are looking to shift online, citing lower costs of operation and higher revenue inflow, Authentic Brands Group is bucking the trend. Never mind who divests from the Las Vegas Strip, the owner of Sports Illustrated is committed to launching a resorts brand named after the leading sports magazine in […]
Casino February 11, 2022
QTech Expands Content Offer with Spribe’s Innovative Titles  
Game distributor platform QTech Games has expanded its clout and diversity in the Asian region by adding products by Spribe, an up-and-coming supplier and developer of innovative iGaming experiences. Spribe has built a name for itself in the “crash” game genre, developing various original twists to the traditional iGaming experience. A Chance to Crash, a […]
Industry February 11, 2022
UKGC Dismisses Inaccurate Report on Camelot and National Lottery
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has denied rumors first announced by The Daily Telegraph that the regulator may have made up its mind who the next National Lottery concessionaire should be.  Is Camelot Likely to Win the Bid? The media suggested that Camelot Group, the current operator, remains in the lead, but these rumors have been swiftly refuted […]
Industry February 10, 2022
Costa Rica Sees 65% of Lottery Sales Go Through Illegal Shops
The world has changed a lot over the past several years, and when it comes to sports betting, lotteries and casinos, there has been a determined shift towards mass legalization, so much that even outposts such as the United States have given in and allowed each state to make up its own mind. Yet, illegal […]
Sports February 10, 2022
Sportsbet.io Uses Holograms to Boost Retention and Engagement
Interactive engagement. This term may be a bit on the nose but it perfectly captures what it would take to make sure that betting and gaming companies reach their audiences and keep them interested. This is why cryptocurrency betting operator Sportsbet.io has teamed up with 2mee, which describes itself as a “direct human messaging platform” […]
Sports February 10, 2022
Puerto Rico Casino Del Mar Launches Betting for Super Bowl LVI
As 31.4 million Americans in the mainland are now expected to bet on Super Bowl LVI, they are not the only ones who would want to have a shot at the Big Game on Sunday. Puerto Rico Gaming Commission has now cleared Casino del Mar of the La Concha Resort Hotel in Condado to launch […]
Industry February 9, 2022
GambleAware Reveals Bet365, Entain and William Hill as Biggest Contributors
As the debate in the UK rages on whether gambling companies should be contributing to tackling problem gambling, GambleAware, an initiative that specializes in helping consumers stay protected and treat gambling disorders, has revealed the amounts of contributions forwarded to its coffers by operators for the first three quarters of the 2021/22 fiscal year. William […]
Sports February 9, 2022
IBIA Breaks Ground in North America, DraftKings and FanDuel Welcome It
The only way to tackle corruption in sports is by making sure that everyone is committed to the end goal. This is why the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) has revealed that it is launching its operations in the United States and Canada, welcomed by some of the biggest local operators. IBIA Expands Its Monitoring […]
Industry February 9, 2022
Insolvency Service in UK Bans 32 Individuals from Gambling
There are different social and legal mechanisms to prevent people from self-harm. Most are focused on public awareness and helplines, clinics, and reach-out programs. Others are a little stricter in how they address those who need help. Whether being stern or compassionate works better is a question for another day. The UK’s Insolvency Service has […]
Casino February 9, 2022
Pragmatic Play Extends Drops and Wins Program through 2023
Pragmatic Play, a leader in game development for the iGaming industry, and the company behind the hit Drops & Wins mechanic has announced that it would renew the unique promotional runs awarding €1 million ($1.14 million) monthly to lucky players from all over the world. Pragmatic Play Extends Drops & Wins for Another Year The […]