Gambling Sites

Fiona Simmons's latest articles

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.

Industry January 17, 2021
Illinois Casinos Go Back to Tier 2 Mitigations
Illinois gambling venues have seen their revenue dry up since the governor closed indoor service statewide in November in a bid to curb the increase of Covid-19 cases. Illinois Are a Step Closer to Tier 1, Which Allows In-Door Dining Three Illinois regions have started returning to Tier 2 mitigations after a two-month pause due […]
Industry January 16, 2021
Genius Sports Expects 2020 Revenue to Stand at $145M
In a year when the sporting calendar was decimated by Covid-19, Genius Sports revenue was up by 32% in the first three quarters of 2020 compared to the same period in 2019. Full-Year Revenue Might Reach $145 Million Genius Sports, a leading provider of sports data and technology powering the sports, betting and media ecosystem, […]
Industry January 15, 2021
Louisiana’s Gaming Industry Loses $830M In Revenue Through November 2020
The coronavirus pandemic hammered Louisiana’s gambling industry with huge financial losses, which might reach $1 billion by December. Nearly 5,000 casino employees lost their jobs. All Gambling Segments Report Losses Due to Covid-19 Louisiana’s gaming industry finished 2020 with great financial losses due to the forced closures for almost two months, and the ongoing measures […]
Industry January 15, 2021
QTech Games Brings Evolution Live Casino Suite to Asian Audiences
Gaming content distributor QTech Games has integrated Evolution live gaming titles and brought them to partners in Asia looking to bolster their content offer. QTech Brings Evolution to Asia as Part of Diversified Growth Strategy Distributor of top-notch iGaming content in Asia, QTech Games, has tied-up another important partnership with Evolution, a premier content creator […]
Industry January 14, 2021
Sheldon Adelson’s Death Won’t Change Las Vegas Sands’ Direction, Wall Street Analysts Say
The company is expected to continue its already established course of action and retain its focus on Asia. Rob Goldstein to Assume Permanent Role as CEO Wall Street analysts and investors are weighing the impact of the death of Las Vegas Sands founder, longtime CEO, and controlling shareholder Sheldon Adelson on the company. The prevailing […]
Industry January 13, 2021
Casino Tycoon Neil Bluhm Expands Empire with dMY Technology Group Merger
The Covid-19 pandemic has boosted the growth of the online gambling industry and is set to put the legalization of sports betting across the USA on a fast track. RSI and dMY Technology Group Create an Online Gaming Giant in the USA Chicago billionaire Neil Bluhm added another $1 billion to his fortune following the […]
Sports January 13, 2021
Betano Becomes Official Sponsor for Brazil’s Atletico Mineiro
Betano gets behind Atletico Mineiro in what is a first commercial partnership for the sports betting giant in Brazil. Atletico Mineiro Welcomes New Flagship Partner Sports betting company Betano has signed its first partnership with a sports outfit in Brazil, becoming the latest sponsor of soccer club Atletico Mineiro. The betting firm’s logo now appears […]
Legal January 12, 2021
Indiana: VGT, Online Casino Bills to be Discussed in 2021
Indiana State Senate will have a busy start of 2021 pending the discussion of the online casino bill, as well as the introduction of VTGs inside of bars and restaurants. Measures to Boost the Gambling Industry and Small Business Owners Indiana’s General Assembly will discuss two important legislations during its first legislative session in 2021, […]
Industry January 11, 2021
Macau Gaming Stocks to Gain in 2H21 Due to Concession Extension, New Hotel Room Supply
Gaming stocks in Macau have lost momentum due to the pandemic, but Morgan Stanley analysts expect a rise in late 2021 – early 2022 boosted by three key areas. Revenue in 2021 to Reach 65% of Pre-Pandemic Levels The current price of Macau gaming stocks has dropped significantly, аnalysts at investment bank Morgan Stanley point […]
Industry January 10, 2021
IAC to Support MGM Entain Takeover Bid
MGM Resorts shareholder IAC ready to invest US$1 billion in Entain acquisition MGM and Entain Could Become Global Gaming and Entertainment Leader Media and internet company IAC/InterActiveCorp vowed to help MGM Resorts International in its bid to acquire British online betting firm Entain PLC. The US media giant, founded by Barry Diller, boasts a 12% […]