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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
April 8, 2021
TransUnion to Enter the Regulated US Gambling Market
Identity, fraud, and marketing solutions specialist, TransUnion announced its entry into the US gaming market. The company plans to build upon its lengthy European experience and use it to help operators in the US. Transunion Enters the US Gaming Market via an Operating Subsidiary Global information and insights company, TransUnion announced on Wednesday that it […]
Industry
April 7, 2021
DraftKings Adds Additional Compliance Tools from Socure
US-based sports betting market leader, DraftKings boosts its compliance measures by adding tools from the digital identity trust leader, Socure. Socure’s compliance tools offer seamless online verification, which helps to maximize new player conversion and reduces drop-off rates. DraftKings Boosts Compliance, Adds Tools by Socure US sports entertainment and gaming industry leader, DraftKings, inked a […]
Business
April 7, 2021
Sparket Inks Strategic Partnership with USBookmaking
Under a new partnership agreement, Sparket will provide access to its Social Betwork platform to USBookmaking customers. The strategic partnership will help USBookmaking reach new users and bet types. Sparket to Offer USBookmaking Clients New Way to Wager Nevada-based USBookmaking inked a strategic partnership with Sparket, an innovative sports betting application. Announced on Tuesday this […]
Business
April 6, 2021
DraftKings Acquires BlueRibbon, Integrates Jackpot Functionality
DraftKings, the US-based sports betting company, acquired BlueRibbon, a Tel Aviv-based global jackpot company. As a result of the acquisition, DraftKings will implement the company’s customizable jackpot solution, which will boost the player experience. DraftKings Acquires Blue Ribbon US-based sports betting operator, DraftKings, announced on Monday that it acquired Blue Ribbon Software Ltd. BlueRibbon is […]
Casino
April 6, 2021
Carousel Group and Maxim Ink Partnership to Launch MaximBet
Global lifestyle brand, Maxim, inked a strategic partnership with Carousel Group. Under the new agreement, the two companies will launch an innovative sports betting and casino brand MaximBet. Carousel Group Inks Partnership with Maxim Licensed sports betting and casino operator, Carousel Group announced on Monday that it inked a strategic partnership with the global media […]
Industry
April 5, 2021
Will Seniors Lead the Recovery of the US Gambling Industry?
After 2020 brought many challenges for casino operators in the US, the industry is ready to begin its recovery. Some 54.8% of the senior population is already fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and 75.1% have received at least one dose. This means that it may be the seniors that would help the industry start recovering from […]
Sports
April 2, 2021
Is Betting on Baseball in the US Still Popular?
The famous American sportscaster, lead broadcaster, and managing director of VSiN, Brent Musburger, revealed how popular is betting on baseball. Speaking with CNBC, he acknowledged that the most popular sport to bet on is American football, followed by basketball, and baseball. Brent Musburger Reveals Which Are the Most Popular Sports to Bet On The interest […]
Legal
April 2, 2021
US Lawmakers Propose to Repeal Sports Betting Excise Tax
A new bill aims at eliminating the federal excise tax under which sports betting operators need to pay $50 annually per employee and a 0.25% tax on sports bets. The proposal was put forward by Representatives Dina Titus and Guy Reschenthaler. New Bill Aims to Eliminate the Sports Betting Excise Tax Introduced in the 1950s, […]
Industry
April 1, 2021
German Gambling Market May Grow Exponentially by 2024, Says Report
A new report released by BtoBet suggests that the gambling market in Germany will continue growing. Online casino revenue is expected to reach €3.3 billion, while the industry itself is expected to grow to €18.2 billion by 2024. Will Online Casino Revenue in Germany Skyrocket? A new report projects exponential growth of the online betting […]
Industry
April 1, 2021
Problem Gambling Is Not Boosted by New Casinos, Says Study
A study aimed to determine how new casinos impact problem gambling. The study was conducted by researchers from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The extensive research took 6 years and determined that new casinos do not necessarily impact rates of problem gambling. The University of Massachusetts Amherst Reveals Results of a 6-Year Study Results of […]