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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.

Business August 6, 2020
PointsBet Enters a Multi-Year Partnership with the Indiana Pacers
Under a new partnership PointsBet becomes an official sports gaming partner of the Indiana Pacers. The company also revealed plans for three new venues located in Illinois. PointsBet Becomes Official Sports Gaming Partner of the Indiana Pacers Earlier this week, a partnership was announced between the Indiana Pacers and the premier sportsbook operator PointsBet. Under […]
Business August 5, 2020
William Hill: VAT Refund Papered the Cracks from COVID-19 Impact
UK-based gaming giant William Hill announced its interim 2020 financial results, posting net revenue of £554.4 million and profit before interest and tax of £148.5 million. The statutory profit figure includes a VAT refund after tax of £201.6 million and an £81.9 million non-cash intangible impairment of the UK Retail estate. H1 2020 Net Revenue […]
Business August 5, 2020
Wynn Resorts Tests 98% of Employees for COVID-19, 300 Infected
Wynn Resorts has been testing staff members at a rate of 500-600 people tested per week to determine if members of the staff have been infected. So far, 300 people have tested positive for the novel coronavirus with nearly the whole work force undergoing a test. Wynn Tests Staff Members for Novel Coronavirus Infection Wynn […]
Business August 4, 2020
BetMGM Teamed up with PGA TOUR
BetMGM and the PGA TOUR signed a multi-year partnership yesterday. BetMGM Now an Official Partner of The PGA TOUR Yesterday, August 3, the PGA TOUR and BetMGM entered into a multi-year partnership. Under the deal BetMGM became an Official Betting Operator of the PGA TOUR. Under the partnership in the United States, BetMGM will have […]
Esports August 3, 2020
Clash Royale Season 14 Arrives, Balance Changes Come on August 4
Clash Royale Season 14 is already upon us, but we will need to wait a few more hours before Supercell releases the balance changes accompanying the patch. Clash Royale Season 14 Arrives, Balance Changes Rolling Out Soon! The Clash Royale Season 14 patch is still pending, expected to arrive in the wee hours of August […]
Casino August 2, 2020
Younger Visitors Drawn to Atlantic City’s Hotel-Casinos
The affordable rates of hotel-casinos in Atlantic City draw younger visitors. While some older return clients have come back, many have temporarily retreated. Casinos in Atlantic City Draw Younger Visitors The reopening of casinos in Atlantic City, New Jersey brought many young visitors to the casino-hotels in the state. The operators in Atlantic City noted […]
Casino August 1, 2020
Hawthorne Granted Preliminary Casino Suitability by the IGB
Hawthorne Race Course, the oldest sporting venue in Illinois, announced Thursday it has been approved by the state gaming regulator to develop a casino. The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) voted unanimously for the suitability of the ownership and key personnel of Hawthorne in regards to an eventual casino licensure, a preliminary approval with the official […]
Sports August 1, 2020
Yahoo Sports Becomes NBA Official Marketing Partner
The NBA and Yahoo Sports will develop a range of sports and fantasy betting products, integrations and content together as Yahoo is now the official marketing partner for the association. Yahoo Joins as NBA’s Official Marketing Sponsor The National Basketball Association (NBA) has signed up a deal with Yahoo Sports with the latter becoming the […]
Legal July 31, 2020
GC Announces Changes for Licensees in the UK
Following the society lottery changes, GC announced display of licensed status and LCCP changes which the regulator plans to enforce starting on October 31. LCCP Changes for Licensees Introduced by the GC The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) announced changes to the license conditions and codes of practice (LCCP). The changes will be in effect from […]
Casino July 30, 2020
Casinos in the Great Lakes State Receive Re-Opening Date
Casinos in Michigan have been allowed to re-open as State Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued an executive order Wednesday to permit the gaming properties to resume operations. The commercial land-based gaming facilities have been closed since mid-March, when the governor issued an executive order to close all non-essential business, in line with the ongoing federal and […]