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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
March 27, 2023
Vermont House Clears Sports Wagering Bill
As sports betting continues to expand in the United States, more and more states are trying to get the vertical legalized. One such battle is being waged in Vermont where an online sports betting bill moved closer to getting written into law. House Bill 127, which was recently introduced by Democratic Rep. Matt Birong and […]
Industry
March 27, 2023
Depression Drug Turns Patients into Pathological Gamblers
The drug in question, aripiprazole, has been flagged as a potential catalyst of gambling addiction, the National Problem Gambling Clinic has said. According to the treatment organizaiton, there has been a surge in gambling addiction after patients started taking the drug. Turning Mental Patients into Gambling Addicts According to Prof Henrietta Bowden-Jones, a psychiatrist who […]
Casino
March 27, 2023
White Hat Studios and Caesars Expand Content Alliance to PA
The partnership allows both companies to benefit from their operations in the United States. The supplier will be able to expand its acclaimed titles in one of the fastest-growing iGaming markets in the United States whereas Caesars will grow its footprint with local gamers in the state. Expanding Pennsylvanian iGaming Momentum with White Hat The […]
Industry
March 27, 2023
One in Three Pennsylvanian Gamblers Report Problems
According to the Department of Drug & Alcohol Programs, Penn State University and the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, one in 10 Pennsylvanian residents is gambling online. The numbers come as part of a second annual report released by the two institutions as they continue to monitor and map the industry. Increasing Number of Online Gamblers […]
Industry
March 27, 2023
Australians Ever More Determined to See Gambling Ads Gone
According to the survey, three in four Australians gambled at least once in the past 12 months, with 38% doing so on weekly basis. At least half of the people who participated in gambling were considered to be at risk of developing a deeper issue with the hobby, the study said. New Survey Takes on […]
Sports
March 27, 2023
Belgian Sports Bodies Strike Back Against Gambling Ads Ban
Despite this, the ban is already set in motion and it will be arriving in 2024, effectively restricting gambling advertisements as reported earlier. This will happen no matter what, says Belgian justice minister Vincent Van Quickenborne who said on Friday that the ban could not be reversed. Belgium’s Gambling Advertisement Ban Challenged The sports sector, […]
Industry
March 24, 2023
Australians Ask for Reforms amid Concerning Pokies Harm Rates
Responsible gambling is one of the hot topics of the modern gambling industry as many markets and operators seek to protect players from harm. Australia, according to the BBC, is not doing all that well. According to the news outlet, about 1 in every 100 Australians has some sort of a gambling problem. Much of […]
Industry
March 24, 2023
The Netherlands to Ban Untargeted Gambling Ads Starting July 1
The Netherlands will proceed with its plans to restrict gambling advertising. The harsh measure was announced by Frank Weerwind last summer, with the minister planning to ban the first set of ads on January 1, 2023. However, the ban was eventually delayed because of public consultations regarding the law. Now, Weerwind has announced that the […]
Casino
March 24, 2023
Grand Sierra Resort Visitor Hits $544K Jackpot
The Reno property did not disclose the winner’s full name but identified them as Jessy R. Jessy placed an $8 bet and was about to stop playing when fortune struck and that $8 was turned into the six-figure payout. Jackpots and Privacy Go Hand-in-Hand It Seems Jessy reportedly spent 10 minutes playing on the machine […]
Sports
March 24, 2023
Edict Egaming Inks Partnership with 888casino
The Gauselmann Group-owned casino software developer will leverage Merkur online slots and integrate them with 888casino’s library. There will be 10 Merkur slots that will now be added to the available games, including El Torero, Blazing Star, and Eye of Horus. Adding More Worthwhile Games to the Casino More Merkur games will then be added […]
