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Jerome García

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Jerome 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 March 3, 2021
Rupert Murdoch Reportedly Plans to Increase Stake in FanDuel
Rupert Murdoch, the owner of Fox Corporation, is reportedly planning to increase his stake in FanDuel. Owned by Flutter Entertainment, FanDuel is among the top sports betting operators rapidly increasing its presence by entering more US regulated markets. Fox Corporation to Increase Stake in FanDuel American media mogul, Rupert Murdoch, maybe planning to invest further […]
Legal March 3, 2021
Gov. Lamont, Mohegan Tribe Agree on iGaming and Sports Betting
The Mohegan Tribe in Connecticut and Governor Ned Lamont have reached an agreement that would allow sports betting and online gaming. Announced on Monday this week, the new agreement is expected to raise millions of dollars boosting the state’s economy and budget. Gov. Lamont Reaches Agreement with the Mohegan Tribe The Mohegan Tribe and the […]
Business March 3, 2021
Brian Mattingley to Become Playtech’s Next Chairman
The search for a new Playtech chairman is finally over, with Brian Mattingley moving from 888 Holdings to join the company’s team on June 1, 2021.  Brian Mattingley to Step in as Playtech Chairman Two years after Alan Jackson departed from Playtech, the company is close to appointing a new person for the job. According to media […]
Business March 3, 2021
Bloomberg: Sportradar to Go Public with Horizon Acquisition Corp. II
Sportradar’s initial public offering will happen as Todd Boehly’s special acquisition company, Horizon Acquisition Corp. II, has been cited by Bloomberg as currently negotiating the deal with the data and integrity company. Sportradar in Talks with Acquisition Corp. II for IPO  Following a report by Sportico last week, Swedish gambling data and integrity company Sportradar AG is […]
Industry March 2, 2021
Swedish Regulated Gaming Market Doesn’t Mark Growth in 2020
According to recent data by the Swedish gambling authority, in 2020, licensed gambling operators generated net sales of SEK24.7 billion. This result marks a decrease of 0.4% when compared to the figures for 2019.   Spelinspektionen Reveals Data for Net Sales of Licensed Operators in 2020 In 2020, licensed gambling operators in Sweden generated net […]
Casino March 2, 2021
Torstar Corporation Plans to Launch Online Casino This Year
Owner of Toronto Star and Hamilton Spectator, Torstar Corporation, announced plans for an online casino brand. The company plans to launch the online casino this year in the regulated gaming market in Ontario, Canada. Torstar Announces Plans for Online Casino Launch Torstar Corporation announced on Monday this week that it plans to launch an online […]
Legal March 1, 2021
Finance Committee in Ukraine Changes Gambling Tax Rates
Bill 2713-d, introduced in Ukraine last year in August proposed different taxes on gambling based on the type of gambling activity. The proposal was changed last week when the Committee on Finance, Tax and Customs Policy approved a flat tax of 10% applicable for all gambling activities. Ukraine Changes Proposal for Gross Gaming Taxes on […]
Casino March 1, 2021
Mohegan Sun Helps Connecticut with COVID-19 Vaccination Site
To help Connecticut fight off COVID-19, the Mohegan Tribe opened a community vaccination site. Since its opening in mid-February until last week, approximately1,200 have been vaccinated. Approximately 1,200 People Have Been Vaccinated at Mohegan’s Site The Mohegan Tribe in Connecticut has been eager to help local authorities fight off the pandemic since its start in […]
Sports February 28, 2021
FAI Executive Jonathan Hill Rules Out Gambling Sponsorships
FAI boss Jonathan Hill has confirmed that the Football Association of Ireland would not seek gambling companies to bail the organization. Jonathan Hill Opts Out of Gambling Partnerships The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) is reluctant to seek closer ties with gambling companies and confirmed the organization’s chief executive, Jonathan Hill, who said that FAI would avoid betting […]
Legal February 26, 2021
Sports Betting Regulation Still en Route in Maryland
Supported by Adrienne Jones, House Bill 940 was heard in the House on Thursday this week. The bill proposes the regulation and taxation of in-person and online sports betting in Maryland. Maryland’s Legislature Debates on HB 940 Last year, Maryland voters voted in favor of gambling expansion, allowing sports betting at certain licensed facilities. On […]