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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.
Legal
March 22, 2023
Oklahoma Betting May Become a Reality as HB 1027 Passes the House Vote
In February, Representative Ken Luttrell filed House Bill 1027, which would legalize tribal sports betting in the state of Oklahoma. The measure continues to gain traction and has now been approved by the House. Earlier this month the sports betting bill passed the Appropriations and Budget Committee vote by a landslide, receiving 27 “yes” votes […]
Industry
March 22, 2023
Massachusetts Introduces Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program
Massachusetts recently launched its own sports betting market. Retail wagering went live on January 31, followed by an online launch on March 10. As interest in sports bets grows, the state introduced a self-exclusion program for people who wish to shield themselves from gambling. The so-called Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program (VSE) is a statewide program that […]
Insider
March 22, 2023
Gaming Realms’ CEO Mark Segal: “Beyond Slingo and Beyond Europe, Gaming Realms Is Set to Lead the Way”
Segal is a well-rounded industry veteran who has spent most of his career at Gaming Realms. He started as Chief Financial Officer in May 2013 and stayed in the role until his promotion to Chief Executive Officer in February 2023. Gaming Realms has been expanding rapidly, partnering with operators all over Europe and beyond, including […]
Industry
March 22, 2023
PAGCOR Considers Privatizing Its Casinos
Alejandro Tengco, the chairman of the Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR, has ambitious plans to privatize the PAGCOR casinos. If the authority proceeds with these plans, it will be able to dedicate all its efforts to regulatory affairs. Currently, the PAGCOR serves both as a regulator and operator. However, this dual purpose seems to be straining […]
Poker
March 22, 2023
BetMGM Poker Championship Makes Comeback at ARIA in June
The event is hailed as one of the biggest and most entertaining ones in the poker circuit with the No Limit Hold’em Tournament carrying a $2 million prize pool and $3,500 buy-in. The BetMGM Poker Championship will run from Friday, June 9 through Tuesday, June 13 and be hosted out of ARIA’s Poker Room in […]
Casino
March 22, 2023
Hard Rock International Enhances Guest Experience with QCI
This platform enables the gaming behemoths to take control over player development, gaming, and marketing, and enhance these key verticals with real-time operational tools that are specifically tailored to meet the business needs of the gaming industry. Building Data-Led Custom Experiences for Guests The rollout will encompass properties in Canada and the United States, as […]
Sports
March 22, 2023
Brentford Manager Comes to Ivan Toney’s Defense Amid Betting Row
Now, his club manager, Thomas Frank, stepped in to offer further details about the player and why he thought the way Toney’s case was handed sent “mixed signals.” Speaking to The Daily Mail, Frank argued that Toney has had a very difficult time dealing with racial abuse on a daily basis. Brentford Comes to Ivan […]
Casino
March 22, 2023
Atlantic City to Offer Free Casino Dealer Classes and Licensing
Now, Atlantic City residents who wish to train as casino table game dealers can do so for free, as confirmed by the Atlantic County Workforce Development Board this Monday. A six-week course will be held at the Atlantic County One-Stop Career Center in Pleasantville, New Jersey, and there seem to be more courses planned as […]
Sports
March 22, 2023
MLB Minor Games Soon to Be Streamed on Bally’s Casino App
MLB has been looking to expand viewership and boost interest in the sport. This comes at a time of a tangible decline in audiences and somewhat slowing interest among core demographics of the sport. MLB’s Minor League to Stream on Bally’s App As reported by The New York Post, MLB has sold the rights of […]
Legal
March 21, 2023
PredictIt Has Until April 5 to Respond to a CFTC Letter
PredictIt, a platform that allows customers to wager on political and financial events, is under fire by US regulators that seek to shut down the exchange. In response, the exchange filed a lawsuit, which still continues. Amid the heated battle between PredictIt and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the exchange’s deadline to respond to a […]
