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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.
Industry
February 20, 2023
Pragmatic Play’s Gates of Olympus™ Awarded Most Watched & Most Streamed Slot Game
GamblingNews is proud to have awarded Pragmatic Play with the “Most Streamed” and “Most Watched Slot of the Month” trophies at this year’s ICE London 2023. The distinction is based on data provided by Casinolytics, which leverages its powerful AI and ML solutions to track the success of suppliers’ slots online and how individual games […]
Sports
February 20, 2023
OpenBet Wins Great Place to Work Certification
The award is only accredited to companies that have shown exceptional commitment to building an inclusive and robust company culture that encourages healthy and people-centric business decisions. Good Workplaces Are Sources of Innovation and Results This distinction follows the acquisition of Endeavor, a sports betting provider, by OpenBet and at a time when the company […]
Sports
February 20, 2023
MyRacehorse Brings Betfair Veteran to Boost Marketing in UK & Ireland
To this end, MyRacehorse has appointed Will De Nardo as its marketing director and global gaming advisor for the region. De Nardo will seek to expand the company’s footprint in the targeted markets and help elevate the brand’s name, translating into long-term success. MyRacehorse Brings More Marketing Talent to Boost Company Reach De Nardo is […]
Sports
February 20, 2023
Genius Sports Becomes Official F2P Provider for XFL
The move is designed to further help enhance XFL’s prominence in sports life in the United States. Genius will be able to distribute official data from every league game and have exclusive rights to do so across its global network of media and betting partners. XFL and Genius Sports Ready to Drive Fan Engagement and […]
Casino
February 20, 2023
Woman Allegedly Funds Wynn Las Vegas Gambling with $10M Fraud Scheme
Sara Jacqueline King has been accused of stealing $10.3 million through bogus loans from LDR International Limited based in the British Virgin Island, KTLA 5 has reported, citing court filings with the US District Court of California dated February 11. King worked as a lawyer and had her own lending business, it appears enabling her […]
Blockchain
February 20, 2023
World Wide Web Inventor Says Crypto Is Gambling
Tim Berners-Lee was talking to “Beyond The Valley” podcast, a CNBC production, last Friday when he shared his thoughts on the industry and how he felt about cryptocurrencies. He didn’t hesitate to highlight the high-risk profile of such assets – whether when considered as an investment or as part of the broader financial system. Crypto […]
Lottery
February 20, 2023
Nevada May Be Looking into State Lottery Options Soon
Now, this may be changing as a Nevada lawmaker believes a state-backed lottery could help bring more money for important sectors, such as mental health programs for youths. Assemblyman CH Miller has pitched an amendment to the constitution hoping that he could gather sufficient legal momentum and turn his proposal into a reality. To succeed, […]
Industry
February 17, 2023
MGA Asks Unlicensed Operators to Self-report their Activity
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has asked unlicensed operators to self-report their activity. This refers to companies that hold a license in European jurisdictions but are not licensed by the MGA. The regulator implied that it might be much more lenient to companies that decide to come forward. MGA Asks Unlicensed Operators to Come Forward […]
Blockchain
February 17, 2023
Charlie Munger Slams Crypto, Calls it “Stupid Gambling”
Cryptocurrency is a modern phenomenon that has captured the hearts of many people within the gambling industry and beyond. However, recent events have disheartened many crypto enthusiasts and now not everyone is convinced of the potential of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Billionaire Charlie Munger for one definitely isn’t. Munger Says Crypto Is “Worthless Shit” During […]
Industry
February 17, 2023
Nebraska Casinos Yet to Impact Charitable Gambling
Nebraska is trying out casino gaming, which people believed would hurt charitable gambling initiatives. Luckily, this doesn’t seem to be the case, at least as of now, Nebraska Examiner reported. Charitable gambling verticals gained a new competitor in September when Nebraska’s first legal casino, the WarHorse Casino, opened its doors. The venue is currently operating […]
