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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.
Industry
March 31, 2021
Casinos in Massachusetts Did Not Increase Crime Rate, Says Report
In a new report, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission analyzed what is the impact of casino operations on public safety. The report found out that Encore Boston Harbor and MGM Springfield did not increase crime rates within their regions. MGC Reveals a Report, Outlining the Impact of Casino Operations on Public Safety A recent report was […]
Poker
March 31, 2021
PokerMatch Becomes the Most Popular Room on PokerScout
PokerMatch, the Ukrainian poker room took first place on PokerScout. To reach the top, PokerMatch had a seven-day average of 8,400 players. The poker room even surpassed PokerStars, which hit a seven-day average of 7,000 players. PokerMatch Ranks First on PokerScout Ukrainian poker room, PokerMatch, reached first place in the respected PokerScout rating. Announced on […]
Legal
March 30, 2021
UKGC Issues Regulatory Penalties to Five Casinos
Five casinos are facing regulatory penalties issued by the Gambling Commission in the UK. The regulator found that those operators breached anti-money laundering and social responsibility rules. Four of the operators agreed to pay a regulatory settlement, while one operator received a warning and a fine. Five Operators Face Regulatory Penalties from the GC The […]
Legal
March 30, 2021
Action 24/7’s License in Tennessee Restored after Court Ruling
After the Tennessee Education Lottery suspended temporarily Action 24/7’s license, the operator protested the measure by filing a lawsuit. Consequently, Davidson County Chancery Court ruled to reinstate temporarily the operator’s license. Action 24/7 Reinstates Its License In light of an ongoing investigation over suspicions for money laundering and credit card fraud, the Tennessee gambling regulator […]
Casino
March 29, 2021
Oregon Players Collect More Than $1.1M in Prizes from Luckii
Oregon residents showed high interest in historic horse racing games. After a few months of operating in the state, Luckii, a platform that provides Vegas-style real money games with outcomes based on horse races has paid more than $1.1 million in prizes. Luckii Players Took Home More Than $1.1 Million in Prizes Registered as an […]
Casino
March 29, 2021
Lightning Box Launches Content for Customers in Michigan
Lightning Box launched its content for customers in Michigan. Collaborating with Churchill Downs’ TwinSpires, Michigan residents can now access highly popular slot titles by the Australian slot games provider. Lightning Box Enters Michigan Regulated Market Australian slot games provider, Lightning Box, has announced that it entered the regulated market of Michigan. Thanks to an agreement […]
Legal
March 26, 2021
Legal Sports Wagering in Connecticut Progresses Forward
After Governor Ned Lamont inked agreements with the Mohegan and Mashantucket Pequot Tribe, now the next step is the approval of the bill, which proposes the legalization of sports wagering in Connecticut. Connecticut Gets Closer to Legalizing Sports Wagering Sports wagering legalization moves forward in Connecticut. Earlier this month, Governor Ned Lamont inked an agreement […]
Legal
March 26, 2021
In March Ukraine Closed More Than 30 Illegal Gambling Venues
Ukraine’s Secret Service together with the country’s regulator shut down more than 30 venues offering illegal gambling in March. During the raids in multiple regions across the country, officials confiscated a significant number of casino equipment and cash. Ukraine Steps up Efforts against Illegal Gambling Several bills proposed the legalization of gambling in Ukraine last […]
Slots
March 25, 2021
Yggdrasil Launches Its Latest Slot Game Hit, Easter Island 2
Yggdrasil rolled out a new slot game hit Easter Island 2. The game is a prequel to the highly popular Easter Island slot game featuring two Moai statues. In Easter Island 2, players can enjoy a new theme and plenty of prizes. Easter Island 2 Is Yggdrasil’s Latest Slot Game Hit Leading worldwide gambling content […]
Business
March 25, 2021
FanDuel Inks Partnership with Gamban, Boosts Player Protection
FanDuel boosted its responsible gaming commitment by signing a partnership with Gamban. Under the new agreement, players that would want to self-exclude will receive access to a free Gamban subscription. Gamban and FanDuel Ink Partnership FanDuel Group announced on Wednesday that it inked a key partnership with Gamban, a company that is a leader in […]