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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
October 24, 2022
Caesars Coughs Up $4M for Renovation at Grand Victoria Casino
Caesars Entertainment is going to invest another $4 million to improve its Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin, III., and introduce a number of amenities and gaming facilities. Among the planned improvements is an overhaul of the sportsbook along with a new poker room that will host the World Series of Poker events and regular competitions. […]
Casino
October 24, 2022
China Busts $3.9B Illegal Gambling Ring That Targeted Korea
China is often a meddler when it comes to gambling, its citizens, and overseas destinations. On this occasion, though, the country has reciprocated and showed that its desire to micromanage gambling industries beyond its borders is not just a show act. On Sunday, law enforcement in Incheon conducted a raid which resulted in the arrest […]
Casino
October 24, 2022
Cambodia Issues New Guidelines for Casino and Gambling Operators
Cambodia continues to navigate the difficulties of managing a casino industry that has got quite a bad reputation of late. That is why the General Secretariat of the Commercial Gambling Management Commission (CGMC) has issued new guidelines which will alter some of the base principles of operation for commercial casinos. Cambodia Introduces New Rules on […]
Industry
October 24, 2022
Internet Gambling for Tribes Hot Topic in North Dakota
North Dakota’s tribes are getting closer to realizing their online gambling ambitions, but one issue still may throw a spanner in the works. According to local charitable organizations, giving the state’s five American Indian tribes exclusivity over this segment may effectively end the wagering activities by charitable organizations. The charities spoke with Gov. Doug Burgum […]
Industry
October 21, 2022
Gibraltar Proposes New Fees for Gaming Companies
The Government of Gibraltar discussed licensing fees for foreign gaming companies. The results of the consultations will be added to a proposed bill that might revolutionize the country’s Gambling Act. Gibraltar Proposes New Fees As a result of the consultation, a new framework for the licensing and regulation of commercial gambling was proposed. The amendments […]
Insider
October 21, 2022
Safer Gambling Week 22: Using Technology to Detect and Deter Gambling Harm
Contribution piece by Dr. Edmond Mitchell, Head of Data at Future Anthem: As Safer Gambling Week gets underway, AI and data science powerhouse Future Anthem has released a white paper advising operators on how to respond to the UK Gambling Commission’s regulatory changes. Dr. Edmond Mitchell, Head of Data at Future Anthem tells Gambling News […]
Insider
October 21, 2022
Can AI and Data Revolutionise iGaming and Sports Betting?
Artificial Intelligence and machine learning is beginning to revolutionise the way that iGaming and sports betting suppliers and operators do business, allowing them to unlock and utilise data in a myriad of new ways. Gambling News spoke to key individuals within the industry to discuss how they utilise this exciting technology. Read our conversation with […]
Sports
October 21, 2022
Arizona Reports $361M in Total Wagers over August
Arizona has definitely had a strong month in August, with the state reporting as much as $361 million in total bets placed across the state. Out of this, $2.77 million ended up as contributions to the state coffers, generated through tax revenue on sports wagering. This is the third-highest amount generated in a 12-month period. […]
Casino
October 21, 2022
Oklahoma Tribes Want Gov. Stitt Out of Office in the Upcoming Elections
Oklahoma is traditionally a GOP bastion. The past 20 years have always been won by the Republican Party with around 60% of the votes, and while the Sooner State has a good democratic bastion too, it has hardly been enough to tip the scales in favor of the Democratic Party. This may be finally changing […]
Casino
October 21, 2022
BETER Live Secures MGA License to Boost Growth
BETER Live, the live dealer casino division of the namesake developer and solution providers for the iGaming industry, has obtained a license from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA). This marks an important step forward in the company’s further development as a go-to supplier for operators who wish to implement a compelling Live Casino offer to […]
