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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.

Industry December 31, 2020
Sports Betting is Biggest Contributor to Spain’s Online Gambling Revenue
Spain’s online gambling revenue reported an annual increase of 2.8%. Sports Betting and Casino Account for 86% of the Grand Total Licensed online gambling operators generated revenue of €191.2 million in the three months ending September 30, according to figures from Spain’s Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego (DGOJ) released on Wednesday. This corresponds to […]
Sports December 31, 2020
Sen. Addabbo Calls for Legalization of Mobile Betting in New York
Yet again, Sen. Joe Addabbo has called for the legalization of interactive betting in New York State, citing strong economic numbers to argue his case. Legalize Interactive Betting, Says Sen. Addabbo – Again Is New York leaving money on the table by not legalizing online sports betting? This may be the case according to State […]
Legal December 30, 2020
Brazil’s Supreme Court to Rule on Legal Status of Gambling in April 2021
Currently, gambling activity is mainly dealt with by the Law of Misdemeanours (Decree Law No. 3688/1941). Brazil Takes Bigger Steps Towards Make Gambling Legal Minister Luiz Fux, president of Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court (STF), released the trial schedule for the 37 plenary sessions to be held during the first half of 2021. On April 7, […]
Casino December 29, 2020
Caesars Entertainment Receives US Antitrust Clearance for Acquisition of William Hill
The largest casino company in the USA announced the early termination of the waiting period under the HSR Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 for the acquisition of William Hill. The Acquisition Process is on Track On Monday, Caesars Entertainment announced it has cleared the antitrust review of the casino operator’s pending $3.7 billion acquisition of […]
Casino December 28, 2020
Mohegan Gaming Faces Delay to South Korea’s Inspire Casino Resort Due to Covid-19
Inspire Entertainment Resort at Incheon, South Korea, is suffering due to Covid-19 pandemic, which has hit the global casino industry and has halted the construction of the Midan City resort, backed by Caesars and Inspire Resort. Mohegan Postpones Phase 1 of Inspire Project to 2023 US tribal casino operator Mohegan Gaming and Entertainment said that […]
Blockchain December 27, 2020
XRP Weakens to New Lows After Bitstamp Halts Trading for US Customers
Bitstamp becomes the first major cryptocurrency to delist XRP following SEC allegations that the token was traded as an unregistered security. Bitstamp Joins a Number of Exchanges Delisting XRP One of the most valuable cryptocurrencies, XRP, is in a free fall after the US-based crypto exchange Bitstamp announced it is ceasing XRP trading and deposits […]
Industry December 26, 2020
Sixteen Arrested, US$3 Million in Chips Confiscated During Police Raid on Underground Gambling Hall for High Rollers in Hong Kong
Illegal gambling activity in Hong Kong is on the rise during the Covid-19 pandemic. Well-Off Gamblers Spent Up to US$1.3 million Per Night in the Illegal Penthouse Police in Hong Kong have arrested 16 people during a raid of a suspected illegal luxury casino this week. The establishment was functioning in a luxurious apartment block […]
Industry December 25, 2020
Mexicali Casinos To Close Indefinitely Due to Spike in Covid-19 Cases
The state of Baja California returns to tier-4 restrictions with the shutdown of all non-essential businesses. Baja California Increases Covid-19 Measures as Infection Rate Rises The Mexican state of Baja California has gone back to red alert as part of the ongoing efforts to curb the spread of the Covid-19 disease. As a result, the […]
Industry December 24, 2020
Valencia’s High Court Revokes Ban on Slot Machines in Bars
The Regional Ministry of Health prohibited games of chance in bars and restaurants, but later added slot machines to the list, which provoked a furious reaction by the industry. Reach of the Initial Order and Subsequent Correction On December 22, the High Court of Justice of the Community of Valencia (TSJCV) issued a resolution suspending […]
Esports December 24, 2020
Study: Young Gamers Steal Money from Parents to Buy Loot Boxes
A new report by the Gambling Health Alliance said that 15% of young gamers in the UK have taken money from their parents without permission to spend on loot boxes Children Steal Money from Parents to Spend on Loot Boxes According to new research by the Gambling Health Alliance, some 15% of young gamers have […]