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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.

Casino June 28, 2020
Casinos in Detroit Prepared to Reopen Following Strict Health and Safety Protocols
Detroit’s casinos prepare to reopen on July 4. The date marks Phase 5 of the state’s restart of economy, but it is yet to be confirmed by state officials if casinos will be allowed to reopen their doors. After More Than Three Months of Suspended Operations, Detroit Casinos Prepare to Reopen Casinos in Detroit, Michigan […]
Casino June 27, 2020
Maryland Casinos Cautiously Re-Open Catering to Rewards Members
Casinos in Maryland started re-opening after the long hiatus due to the spread of the highly contagious virus, with the hope that as major sports leagues are still halted and movie theatres closed, people have not much to choose from regarding entertainment, and will rely on the precautionary measures undertaken by the gaming venues to […]
Legal June 26, 2020
Casinos in Nevada May Face Disciplinary Actions if Visitors Don’t Wear Masks
If Nevada casino operators fail to enforce the mandatory face masks order, they may face disciplinary actions by the Gaming Control Board. Disciplinary Actions May Be Introduced by Nevada’s Gaming Control Board The Nevada Gaming Control Board discussed possible disciplinary actions for operators which do not follow the rules for guests wearing masks within their […]
Legal June 26, 2020
Experts Say BGC Exceeded Privileges in Redirecting $125m Funding
Redirecting $125 million to GambleAware “in a last-minute call” has prompted addiction experts in the UK to raise an alarm over the gambling industry’s clout in how money dedicated to stemming problem gambling is used. Gambling Firms Have Too Much Say in Directing Funding, Say Experts Following the news from a week ago that industry […]
Casino June 25, 2020
Restart of Gaming Machines in West Virginia Brings Record Revenues
West Virginia limited video lottery machines scored record revenue for the first few days of resumed operations. Keeping the same pace, the LVL machines may raise $45 million in June. Limited Video Lottery Machines Score Record Revenue since Reopening West Virginia’s casinos, sports betting and limited video lottery machines were shut down back in mid-March. […]
Business June 24, 2020
Betway Uses AML to Delay Paying Out Player Winnings
Excessive losses may not be the only issue addicted gamblers are facing while dealing with unscrupulous operators, a story followed by The Guardian shows. In the country where the gambling market is one of the most regulated ones and the regulator is dishing hefty financial sanctions, it turns out cashing out on winnings may not […]
Casino June 24, 2020
Parx Casino and Wind Creek Bethlehem Ready for a Restart in PA on June 29
The next Pennsylvanian casino properties to restart are the Parx Casino and Wind Creek Bethlehem. Both casinos are reopening on Monday, June 29 with enhanced safety and health protocols in place and mandatory face masks required from patrons and members of the staff. Parx and Bethlehem Join Reopening Push in Pennsylvania Two more casinos in […]
Casino June 23, 2020
Malta’s Economy Supported by €1.56 Billion by the Gaming Industry in 2019
The MGA report for 2019 marks an increase in gaming revenue raised on year-to-year basis. Some €1.56 billion were raised towards Malta’s economy by the gaming industry. At the same time, the authority issued new licenses and increased control. Gaming Industry Raised €1.56 Billion Towards Malta’s Economy, Latest MGA Report Says The latest report by […]
Legal June 22, 2020
UKGC Starts New Interim Group to Reduce Gambling Harm
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has called upon the experience of players who have experienced harm from gambling and addiction and who will now help the regulator how to best minimize the incidence of gambling-related harm in vulnerable players. UK Gambling Commission Interim Group to Help Address Gambling Harm The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) will […]
Business June 21, 2020
CGA: Ontario Casinos Ready to Re-Open, Bingo Halls to Follow-Up
Casinos and bingo halls in Ontario are seeking permission to re-open earlier, after a report emerged claiming representatives of the casino industry association appeared before the Finance and Economic Affairs Committee on Friday, during the briefing day for the tourism and hospitality industry impacted by the temporary closures. Casinos Up and Ready As each sector […]