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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.
Casino
February 27, 2023
Cambodia Now Officially Off the FATF’s Grey List
Moving forward, though, the FATF would not consider Cambodia a high-risk jurisdiction, albeit the country will most certainly have to maintain its unfaltering commitment towards cracking down on illegal gambling and eliminating any doubt that it may be allowing human trafficking to happen on its watch. Cambodia Finally Makes It Off the FATF’s List Both […]
Industry
February 27, 2023
Macau Confident in 2023 Recovery, Expects GGR to Reach $16B
Now, Macau’s chief executive Ho Iat Seng has outlined an ambitious goal for the city’s gambling industry, with gross gaming revenue (GGR) expected to hit $16 billion (MOP130 billion) this year according to the official. Confident about Recovery in 2023 and Beyond Ho remains defiant in the face of analyses by investment banks which he […]
Casino
February 27, 2023
Ex-Felon Shoots Himself with Concealed Gun at Las Vegas Strip Casino
The news was confirmed on Friday, with the man having brought in the gun by concealing it in his paints. The gun was not registered and Ronnie Delouth, the man who was injured, will most likely face charges at a new hearing scheduled for Tuesday, February 28 over the incident. Delouth will most likely remain […]
Industry
February 27, 2023
Macau Lifts Mask Mandates as It Exits the COVID-19 Pandemic
Macau has finally lifted its mask mandates, authorities said on Sunday, February 26 confirming that citizens and visitors would no longer be required to wear a mask in the majority of locations in the Special Administrative Region apart from public transportation and hospitals, along with a few other locations where wearing a mask remains compulsory. […]
Business
February 24, 2023
RWLV Posts Strong Q4 Results, Hopes to Bolster Visitation
Resorts World Las Vegas, a casino and hospitality venue owned by Genting Berhad, has recorded record-breaking revenue for Q4 2022. Despite the favorable figures, experts believe that figures could have been even better if not for the various headwinds in 2022. As reported by Genting Berhad, the property saw revenue reach $227 million during the […]
Casino
February 24, 2023
Lady Luck Games Boosts Reach with Hub88
The Swedish developer of games and products for the online casino sector has confirmed that it would seek to bring its host of titles with the powerful Hub88 platform, enabling the former to quickly strike home with new operators and their players. Hub88 Hails Addition of Lady Luck Games Lady Luck Games is presently an […]
Sports
February 24, 2023
Tipico Becomes Sports Betting App at 2023 Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus
The largest multi-sport fan festival in the United States will see Tipico as the exclusive partner for the event this year, held at the Great Columbus Convention Center, Ohio. Fans will have the opportunity to connect with athletes and fitness enthusiasts, and more importantly – get to know Tipico Sportsbook in the process, the company […]
Casino
February 24, 2023
Pragmatic Donates €100,000 to Support Turkey-Syria Earthquake Relief Efforts
The donation was forwarded to the Turkey-Syria Earthquake Appeal by the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC). Pragmatic hopes that the money can be used to undo some of the damage done by a 7.8-magnitude earthquake that hit the city of Gaziantep in Türkiye, leading to the collapse of roads, hospitals, residential buildings and more. Pragmatic Play […]
Sports
February 24, 2023
Mojabet Is Now Official Olympique de Marseille’s African Betting Partner
Mojabet will be a betting partner in the period between 2022-2028 and help Olympique de Marseille further establish its footprint across the African region. The operator is one of the most prominent betting and gaming companies in the market and has amassed a significant presence. Boosting Fan Experiences and Engagements The tie-up with Olympique de […]
Sports
February 24, 2023
PointsBet Decides against Launching Dedicated App in Massachusetts
The company is reportedly not ready to launch by the previously set date of March 10 which means that it will not be launching at all. MGC executive director Karen Wells said that the company is effectively withdrawing from Massachusetts because of missing that date. PointsBet Bows Out of Massachusetts Online Betting Race This means […]
