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Jerome García
JournalistJerome is a welcome new addition to the Gambling News team, bringing years of journalistic experience within the iGaming sector. His interest in the industry begun after he graduated from college where he played in regular local poker tournaments which eventually lead to exposure towards the growing popularity of online poker and casino rooms. Jerome now puts all the knowledge he's accrued to fuel his passion for journalism, providing our team with the latest scoops online.
Business
May 18, 2021
Golden Nugget Reveals Impressive Results for Q1 2021
For the three months ending March 31, 2021, Golden Nugget reported strong revenue hitting $26.7 million, which marks a 54.2% increase when compared to the same period last year. The company remains focused on expanding to more US states by the end of the year. Golden Nugget Reports Strong Revenue Growth in Q1 2021 Leading […]
Esports
May 18, 2021
Sony Files Patent for Proprietary Esports Wagering Platform
Global entertainment giant, Sony filed a patent for an esports betting platform last week. The platform allows viewers of “computer simulation” devices to access odds and place wagers. It is yet to be confirmed if the betting platform will be available for PlayStation 5. Sony May Be Looking to Join the Growing Esports Betting Market […]
Business
May 17, 2021
LeoVegas Plans US Entry in 2022 via Market Access Deal With Caesars
LeoVegas, the Swedish gambling operator, announced today plans for entering the US market. The entry would be facilitated via an access deal with Caesars Entertainment. The company revealed that it plans to launch its LeoVegas brand in New Jersey in the first half of 2022. LeoVegas to Enter the Regulated US Market in 2022 LeoVegas […]
Casino
May 17, 2021
Australia: Post-COVID Lockdown Gambling Losses Surge
The COVID-19 lockdown last year temporarily stopped the gambling losses in Australia. However, once the venues reopened, gambling losses have been on the rise and gamblers are now losing more than ever. Post-lockdown Gambling Losses in Australia Continue to Increase The COVID-19-related lockdown in Australia closed many businesses last year, including gambling venues. From April […]
Industry
May 14, 2021
Report: The US May Become the Largest Sports Betting Market in the World
Through education, technology, and responsible gambling, the US sports betting market may become the largest market in the world, suggests a new report released by BettingUSA.com. A New Report Shares the Progress of the Sports Wagering Industry since PASPA’s Repeal A new report, released earlier this week by the online and mobile sports betting comparison […]
Industry
May 14, 2021
Mobile Wagering Boosts the Potential Of the US Sports Betting Market
Since 2018, when the US Supreme Court struck down PASPA, more states are eager to legalize sports wagering. While the sports betting industry continues to grow, a recently released paper by Bonus Seeker reveals that when multiple operators are offering mobile sports wagering, the revenue from the activity is maximized. The US Sports Wagering Market […]
Sports
May 13, 2021
SiS Inks Deal With Codere for Hipódromo de Las Américas Race Broadcasting
Codere and SiS inked an exclusive deal under which SiS expands its broadcasting portfolio to include every horse race from the Hipódromo de las Américas racetrack in Mexico City. Consequently, all of the remaining horse races for the current season will be available for SiS customers around the world. SiS Signs Exclusive Deal With Codere […]
Business
May 13, 2021
Sports IQ Raises $7M, Plans to Boost Sports Betting Services Growth
Sports IQ revealed that it raised $7 million in series seed funding. The funding was led by Harlo Equity Partners and Sports IQ plans to use it for product development. Sports IQ Raises $7m in Series Seed Funding Technology supplier Sports IQ announced Wednesday that it has raised some $7 million in series seed funding. […]
Sports
May 13, 2021
BetMGM Becomes LPGA’s First Official Betting Partner
The LPGA inked a multi-year agreement with BetMGM. Under the agreement, the sports betting and entertainment leader was named Official Betting Operator and Partner of the LPGA. LPGA Names BetMGM Official Betting Operator The LPGA announced on Wednesday that it named BetMGM its Official Betting Operator and Partner. Under the multi-year agreement, BetMGM will feature […]
Legal
May 12, 2021
ASA Issues a Ruling on Paul Coleman’s VIP Inner Circle
The Advertising Standards Authority issued a ruling today regarding the text of an ad appearing on Paul Coleman’s website. The texts relate to advertising a money-back guarantee and suggest that gambling may provide an alternative to employment, which according to the ASA breaches CAP Code Rules. ASA Reveals a Ruling Regarding an Online Ad The […]