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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 February 9, 2021
Italy’s Online Gambling Market Marks Record GGR in Dec 2020
Licensed online gambling operators in Italy hit €359 million in GGR in December 2020. By reaching €359 million, the industry surpassed its record of €258.9 million in GGR which was set in November 2020. Regulated Online Gambling Industry in Italy Marks a New GGR Record The regulated gambling industry in Italy marked a significant record […]
Business February 9, 2021
Entain Reportedly Hires Ex-gambling Regulator from Louisiana
Ousted from his position last summer as a chair of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board, Ronnie Jones, is reportedly joining Entain’s workforce as an advisor. Ex-chair of Louisiana Gaming Control Board Reportedly Joins Entain The UK gaming leader, Entain, maybe having a new member with gambling regulation experience as a part of its advisory board. […]
Business February 8, 2021
Sportradar Rolls Out Social Media Integrity Education Service
Sportradar, the global sports integrity leader announced the launch of a new Social Media Integrity Education Service. The German leading ice hockey league, Penny Del is among the first sports organization that has signed up for the new integrity education program. Sportradar Launches a New Social Media Integrity Education Service The sports integrity services leader, […]
Legal February 8, 2021
Government in China Continues the Crackdown on Illegal Gambling
Only days before the Chinese New Year, the government announced that the efforts against gambling trips and illegal gambling will continue. In a statement, the Ministry of Public Security urged individuals who were guilty of such offenses to surrender in exchange for a lenient punishment. China Ramps Efforts against Illegal Gambling and Gambling Trips In […]
Business February 7, 2021
Gambling Revenue in Lithuania Severely Impacted in 2020
In light of the economic impact brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, the retail gambling revenue in Lithuania plummeted. Retail Gambling Revenue in Lithuania Plummeted in 2020 The global COVID-19 pandemic which started early last year has impacted millions of businesses across the globe. By now, there isn’t a place in the world that has not […]
Legal February 7, 2021
Swedish Watchdog Says Operators Need to Share More about Gambling Risks
The Swedish regulator published the results of a recent follow-up survey on licensees’ information responsibilities.  Although the regulator acknowledged that some improvement was made, it still found major shortcomings regarding the information on gambling-related risks which licensed operators need to share with their customers. Spelinspektionen Reveals Results of Survey on Licensees’ Information Responsibilities Sweden’s regulator, […]
Sports February 6, 2021
UEFA May Consider Expanding Champions League to Swiss System
The Champions League format may be transformed for the 2024-25 season. The League’s proposed new format, known as the “Swiss system”, calls for an increase of tournament games from 125 to 225 games. Will UEFA Transform the Champions League? UEFA has announced plans which may change the existing format of the UEFA Champions League. The […]
Business February 5, 2021
Simplebet Launches Micro-Market Product with Intralot in Montana
Simplebet launched its Micro-Market betting platform in Montana in collaboration with Intralot. The company is thrilled to expand to another market after it launched its services successfully in Washington D.C. back in January. Simplebet Rolls Out Its Micro-Market Product with Intralot in Montana The B2B product development company, Simplebet has announced that it rolled out […]
Casino February 5, 2021
NJ Boosts Casino Capacity to 35%, Lifts Curfew for Super Bowl
Gov. Phil Murphy of New Jersey has issued a new executive order suspending curfew for entertainment venues, including casinos, and raising capacity to 35%. Entertainment Businesses Get a Break with New Executive Order New Jersey is preparing for Super Bowl weekend with Gov. Phil Murphy giving a go-ahead of boosting bars and restaurants capacity to […]
Business February 5, 2021
William Hill Rolls Out Online and Mobile Sportsbook in VA
U.S. sports betting market leader, William Hill announced on Wednesday that it entered the regulated sports betting market in Virginia. The operator rolled out its mobile and online sportsbook for sports fans in the state. William Hill Enters Virginia, Rolls Out Mobile and Online Sportsbook William Hill US announced that in partnership with Caesars Entertainment […]