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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.
Sports
March 24, 2023
DAZN Bet Reveals Deal with PFL
Moving forward, the sportsbook will be listed as the official “Bookmaking Partner” for the promotion throughout 2023. The partnership will allow both companies to benefit from each other’s significant presence with sports audiences. Promoting MMA in Europe and Beyond DAZN Bet will leverage official PFL media assets and promote the league across its digital media […]
Business
March 23, 2023
Affiliate Gambling.com Publishes Unaudited Q4 2022 Results
Gambling.com Group, a provider of iGaming digital marketing services, has posted its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter of 2022. The company’s revenue skyrocketed and so did its net income. Gambling.com reported $21.3 million for the period, representing a stellar 107% year-on-year increase from Q4 2021’s $10.3 million. Net income increased to $4.4 million, […]
Industry
March 23, 2023
The Strict Dutch Laws Encourage Illegal Gambling, Affiliates Say
The Dutch market is known for its strict iGaming regulations. However, its uncompromising approach might be a double-edged sword as affiliates say that certain restrictions encourage illegal gambling. In a letter to the Dutch House of Representatives, three affiliate companies, namely Betmanbegins, OddsBeater and CasinoNieuws.nl asked for certain changes. The letter was also signed by […]
Business
March 23, 2023
Rovio Turns Down Playtika’s Acquisition Bid
Playtika, an Israel-based digital entertainment company that develops and publishes mobile games and gambling titles, has wrapped up the negotiations for the acquisition of Rovio. While the latter company, best known for its Angry Birds franchise, will not go through with the deal, it will continue the negotiations with other parties. This news comes in […]
Slots
March 23, 2023
Yggdrasil and ReelPlay Release Big Bucks Buffalo GigaBlox with Bonus Respins
The leading publisher determined to accelerate innovation in the iGaming industry has once again joined ReelPlay to create a Wild West-themed slot featuring the iconic Game Engagement Mechanic. The mechanic can lead to a win of 8,737x the initial stake. Big Bucks Buffalo GigaBlox also introduces a Bonus Respins feature with Mega Coin Symbols. Big […]
Industry
March 23, 2023
NCPG Strengthens Advisory Board with New Members
The company has expanded its Advisory Board with new officers who will be helping the organization better guide policies on responsible gambling in North America. Among the new additions is Christopher Hebert, director of the Gaming Division in the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office. New Appointees Strengthen the NCPG Hebert will step in the position of […]
Business
March 23, 2023
Ainsworth Game Technology Appoints Haig Asenbauer as Non-Executive Director
Haig Asenbauer, who is a lawyer by profession and works as a partner at Asenbauer Rechtsanwaelte GmbH in Vienna, Austria, is also present with Novomatic AG, where he serves as deputy chair. Asenbauer Brings Value and Expertise to Ainsworth at Time of Growth Novomatic currently owns 52% of Ainsworth’s stock, which it acquired back in […]
Casino
March 23, 2023
Philippines Looks Harder at Suspicious Junket Transactions in New Report
The study’s broader scope is an attempt to better understand the money laundering and terrorist financing failings in the casino sector, and specifically the junket sector. The majority of those originate in casino junket operators, the AMLC argues, with the study flagging multiple transactions that should have been reported but hadn’t. Junket Operators Feed Operators […]
Sports
March 23, 2023
March Madness to See $4.5B Wagered Says Macquarie
In fact, some $4.5 billion will be going down on regulated gambling markets across North America. The assessment was made by Macquarie analyst Chad Beynon who took a look at sports betting handle in the country and what drove results over the past few days. Big Handle Goes Down on Specific Rounds The first two […]
Esports
March 23, 2023
Lawsuit Fails Short of Categorizing Loot Boxes as Gambling
Judge Justice Fleming has ruled that loot boxes could not be categorized as a form of gambling, but he allowed another part of the lawsuit to continue. This part singles out EA for its use of what the plaintiffs describe as “deceptive and unconscionable acts or practices,” and cites Canadian consumer protection law to drive […]
