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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 12, 2022
GeoComply to Work with Resort Digital Gaming to Tackle Chargebacks
Credit card chargebacks are a growing problem in the gambling industry. This is why companies are trying to get ahead of the issue by turning to trusted partners. For Resorts Digital Gaming in New Jersey, this trusted partner is GeoComply and the company’s Chargeback Integration solution. Tackling Chargebacks Problem with GeoComply and Accertify GeoComply introduced […]
Sports
October 12, 2022
IBIA Sees 76 Suspicious Betting Alerts in Q3, 2022
IBIA has issued its latest update in which it summarized the alert’s stats during the third quarter of 2022. The signals about suspicious betting activity covered a total of 76 cases and were spread across eight sports. The majority of signals came from tennis (33), with esports surprisingly second with 16. IBIA Posts Breakdown of […]
Casino
October 12, 2022
Crown Perth to Get Independent Auditor as It Seeks Recovery
The Western Australia state government has announced that it is appointing Paul Steel, the WA police force assistant commissioner, as the decision-maker for Crown Resorts. Essentially, Steel will assume the role of a special independent monitor and will oversee whether Crown Resorts has made the necessary changes to its corporate culture and gaming operations to […]
Lottery
October 12, 2022
NeoPollard Strikes Content Partnership with Georgia Lottery
NeoPollard Interactive has signed a new agreement with the Georgia Lottery and the company will deliver dedicated game content to the operator. To this end, the company will use its remote gaming server. The partnership was immediately welcomed by both entities, outlining the potential of the partnership in a press release. NeoPollard Backs Georgia Lottery […]
Sports
October 12, 2022
SB22 Introduces Apple Watch Sports Betting App
SB22 has developed a new dedicated solution, AW22, which is designed for the Apple Watch and touted as the world-first sports betting wagering application. The solution was revealed at G2E Las Vegas and is a groundbreaking way to bet on sports in its own right. Even though the product is still awaiting patent approval, there […]
Business
October 12, 2022
Scientific Games Appoints Mona Garland as Chief Human Resources Officer
Scientific Games has appointed Mona Garland as its new Chief Human Resources Officer. She will be part of the company’s executive team and will help the company build up its talent acquisition retention and development strategies. Garland will also oversee the overall people strategy, diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as work on employee-focused programs. […]
Sports
October 11, 2022
BetMGM Launches First Golf Future Markets for FedExCup
BetMGM Sportsbook is making another move on golf and is now offering future markets on the FedExCup. It’s an important step forward for sports betting in the United States, as future markets on the FedExCup have been missing so far, prompting some golf fans to seek alternatives in unregulated markets. No more. BetMGM is happy […]
Business
October 11, 2022
MGM Resorts Brings Gary Fritz to Spearhead Interactive Division
MGM Resorts International has appointed Gary Fritz as its new president of MGM Resorts Interactive. Fritz will be tasked with working on the group’s overall diversification and expansion in various digital platforms over the next years. Growth and Innovation Become Focus of Interactive Arm To achieve this, Fritz will seek to start original initiatives from […]
Casino
October 11, 2022
China Puts PAGCOR on Traveling Blacklist over POGOs
China continues to huff and puff over Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) and the country is done being diplomatic about its objection to Chinese nationals participating in activities that take place in the sprawling POGO industry. Rather, China is moving with a tougher measure, putting the Philippines on a blacklist of overseas tourism destinations. China […]
Sports
October 11, 2022
Betr Adds Prizeout as Sole Payment Option for Free-to-Play Winnings
Betr, the latest innovator and first mover in the micro sports betting space, has launched a new partnership with Prizeout, a payment service company. This partnership is exclusive and it names Prizeout as the sole withdrawal method available for players’ free-to-play winnings. Betr Adds Prizeout as Cashout Option Betr is building a brand-new concept around […]
