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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 8, 2023
Bombay Group Obtains First Supplier Live Casino License in Buenos Aires
The supplier has obtained a license to launch its products in the Province of Buenos Aires, which is one of the jurisdictions where online gambling is regulated in Argentina. Effectively, Bombay is the first live casino supplier to have been granted an official license to bring its products to the province. The permit has been […]
Casino
February 8, 2023
New Jersey Casinos Exercise Private Property Rights to Ban Guns
New Jersey firearm enthusiasts recently got some positive news as the state lifted a ban that prohibited the carrying of guns in casinos. However, this doesn’t mean that customers can just waltz in armed, as casinos will still prohibit visitors from carrying weapons. The State Cannot Enforce a Gun Ban at Casinos New Jersey is […]
Casino
February 8, 2023
Yggdrasil wins Innovator of the Year Award at IGA 2023
Yggdrasil was shortlisted and awarded competing against dozens of other worthwhile companies who vied for the same distinction at the International Gaming Awards 2023. Seven Innovation Awards for Yggdrasil So Far The ceremony was held at the Savoy Hotel in London, reuniting the very best providers and operators from the entire spectrum of the gambling […]
Industry
February 8, 2023
ICE London 2023 Opens Doors as the Biggest Edition of the Event Yet
Following a rough few last years, ICE London is back in its full glory, and in fact surpassing expectations. The event now stretches 51,466 square meters of net space, up on the 49,690 square meters ICE London held in 2020. ICE London 2023 Through the Eyes of Locals and Overseas Visitors Even though it has […]
Legal
February 7, 2023
Another Effort to Legalize Mobile Sports Betting in Texas
Texas gets closer to the legalization of mobile sports betting as a new bill gains traction. The bill, known as SB 715, was introduced by state senator Lois Kolkhorst on Monday and seeks to bring the vertical to the second-largest state in the US. Experts believe that the new bill may be more successful than […]
Sports
February 7, 2023
Genius Sports Adds New NFL Free-Play Product to Boost Fan Engagement
Genius Sports Limited and the National Football League are teaming up for this fresh project with the companies seeking to elicit a stronger response from American football fanbases around the world. As a result, the companies have agreed to launch a new free-to-play game suite which will be rolled out in select international markets and […]
Sports
February 7, 2023
OlyBet and Club Atlético Osasuna Strengthen Ties
OlyBet is a respected sports entertainment brand with a particular focus on sports betting, which is further building upon its business relationship with Club Atlético Osasuna (CA Osasuna). The two organizations were first introduced to each other when they launched a partnership for the Virsliga Forum in Riga last year, and the partnership has later […]
Casino
February 7, 2023
Jelly Entertainment Secures Licensing for Megaways Feature
The company is happy to tap into the Megaways feature which will be introduced and incorporated into its own game development processes and allow Jelly to further enhance its slot offer. Revelling in the Megaways Experience with Jelly Entertainment Megaways games are patented by Big Time Gaming which has been patenting it to third parties […]
Casino
February 7, 2023
Cambodia Asks Gambling Businesses to Pay Due Taxes
Both the GDT and MEF have warned non-complying businesses about inroads with the law and the potential legal course the government may follow should tax obligations are not fulfilled. Finance Minister Aun Pornmoniroth assured that there will be no fines or penalties on commercial gambling businesses that file tax returns and pay taxes voluntarily, and […]
Industry
February 7, 2023
India Cracks Down on Gambling, Betting and Loan Services Apps
Presently, the government intends to block more than 200 apps, 138 of which offer betting and gambling products, with another 94 said to be offering loan services to consumers. None of those companies has the necessary license to do so, and many are not registered as companies, to begin with. India is effectively stepping up […]
