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Fiona Simmons

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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 8, 2021
Swintt Names White Hat iGaming Content Distributor for Europe
Market-leading casino solutions distributor White Hat Gaming has negotiated a content distribution agreement with Swintt, the rapidly-growing iGaming developer. White Hat Gaming to Distribute Swintt Content across Europe Malta-based iGaming content creator Swintt has teamed up with casino platform provider and game aggregator White Hat Gaming for a brand-new content partnership. The partnership will see White Hat […]
Casino March 8, 2021
PlayStar Brings ex-Catena Per Hellberg as CEO ahead of US Launch
A new player on the online casino field, PlayStar, is getting ready to launch its services on the New Jersey market sometime this year. The company will put its faith in long-time industry expert Per Hellberg to lead the brand to success. PlayStar Appoints Hellberg as Chief Executive Officer PlayStar is bringing a long-time gaming industry […]
Business March 5, 2021
Multiple Acquisitions Boost Bally’s Corporation Outlook for 2021
The acquisitions of Bet.Works, Monkey Knife Fight, SportCaller, as well as f Bally’s Atlantic City Hotel & Casino and Eldorado Resort Casino Shreveport have boosted Bally’s Corporation outlook for the current year. January and February Show Increase in Consumer Demand On March 4, Bally’s Corporation posted its financial results for the fourth quarter and full […]
Business March 4, 2021
Entain Reports Strong Performance in 2020 Due to Online Growth
Entain’s results for 2020 show strong performance across the year with online net gaming revenue up 27%. Online Growth Offsets Retail Losses Entain Plc has published its full-year results for the period January – December 2020. The company posted revenues of £3.56 billion, a ‘flat’ change from the £3.57 billion recorded in 2019. Underlying EBITDA […]
Legal March 4, 2021
IGT’s PlaySports Obtains Regulatory Approval in Nevada
Following extensive field tests, IGT’s PlaySports platform has received Nevada’s regulatory approval, giving the technology supplier an edge in providing innovative solutions to the sports betting industry.  IGT Is Expanding in Nevada through the PlaySports Platform International Game Technology (IGT), a technology supplier based in London, has begun the expansion of its sports betting operations […]
Casino March 3, 2021
Sands Sells Las Vegas Properties for $6.25Bn
Las Vegas Sands is to offload its Las Vegas real property and operations for an aggregate $6.25 billion, a month after founder Sheldon Adelson’s death. Apollo Global Management and VICI Acquire Las Vegas Empire On March 3, casino giant Las Vegas Sands announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its Las Vegas […]
Industry March 2, 2021
Flutter Entertainment’s 2020 Revenues Surge After TSG deal
Flutter Entertainment has posted a 28% rise in total group revenue to £5.2 billion for the full year of 2020 boosted by the integration of The Stars Group (TSG) business. Merger With The Stars Group Pushes Flutter’s Growth Flutter Entertainment posted its financial results for 2020 today. Full-year total group revenue at the world’s largest […]
Sports March 2, 2021
BetMGM Signs Streaming and IP Deal with Borussia Dortmund
BetMGM has minted a first-of-its-kind partnership with Bundesliga soccer club Borussia Dortmund, offering fans to stream team games directly through the sportsbook’s app.  BetMGM Signs First-of-Its-Kind Deal with Borussia Dortmund Bundesliga top contender Borussia Dortmund has formed a partnership with BetMGM that grants the sportsbook rights to player imagery and its logos for marketing purposes. The deal will also […]
Sports March 1, 2021
NCAA Releases Covid-19 Contingency Plans for Basketball Tournaments
The NCAA has created a contingency plan in case teams drop out of the March Madness tournaments due to Covid-19. What Happens If a Team is Unable to Compete in March Madness? The NCAA Division I Men’s and Women’s Basketball Committees have released a contingency plan related to the withdrawal of participants due to Covid-19. […]
Industry March 1, 2021
CalvinAyre Dot Com Closes as Ayre Moves onto Cryptocurrency
After 12 years in business, Calvin Ayre’s namesake news service, CalvinAyre dot com, has closed doors. Bidding Farewell to industry-defining News Service  CalvinAyre dot com, the iGaming, and gambling website named after and owned by one of the most successful industry gurus, Calvin Ayre, closed doors last week. Launched in 2009, the news service reflected Ayre’s own dedication to […]