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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
December 30, 2020
William Hill Launches Mobile Sports Book in Washington D.C.
William Hill US announced that it launched its Sports Book App in Washington D.C. The application is now available within a two-block radius around the company’s permanent venue at Capital One Arena. Sports Fans in Washington D.C. Can Now Enjoy William Hill’s Sports Book App The leading sportsbook operator in the U.S., William Hill US, […]
Legal
December 29, 2020
Gambling Trip Organizers to Receive Prison Sentences in China
According to a recent change to China’s Criminal Law, organizers of overseas trips with the intent to gamble may face charges and a sentence of up to 10 years. The tough measure may be a part of China’s crackdown on gambling and comes into effect on March 1 next year. Changes to Criminal Law Incriminate […]
Legal
December 29, 2020
Online Gambling May Be Punishable by Death Sentence in Iran
Online betting and gambling activities may be punishable by death in Iran if a newly proposed bill is accepted. A Bill Proposes Death Sentence for Gambling in Iran Online gambling and betting may soon be punishable by death sentence according to a newly drafted bill in Iran. The bill, drafted by the Vice President of […]
Business
December 28, 2020
Historic Horse Racing Slots to Arrive in Dumfries, Virginia
Rosie’s Gaming will open its new venue in Dumfries, Virginia early next month. The venue will feature 150 Historical Horse Racing slot machines. Initially, some slots may be disabled due to social distancing protocols in light of the pandemic. Rosie’s Gaming Opens New Venue in Dumfries Next Month A new Rosie’s Gaming venue is expected […]
Casino
December 28, 2020
Crown Resorts Sydney Hotel Opens Doors, Casino Stays Shut
The newest Crown Resorts property in Sydney, Australia, opened its doors today. Although visitors can enjoy the hotel, multiple restaurants and bars, the property’s casino remains closed for the moment. Crown’s Property in Sydney Opens Doors without Its Casino Crown Resorts’ newest venue located in Sydney, Australia opened its doors for visitors today. Although the […]
Legal
December 27, 2020
RFP for an Integrated Resort in Nagasaki to Start on Jan 7
A request for a proposal for an integrated resort will launch on January 7, 2021, revealed the Prefecture in Nagasaki, Japan. With the RFP launch, Nagasaki would become the third Prefecture to initiate the process, following Osaka and Wakayama. RFP for an IR in Nagasaki Starts on January 7 Next Year The Prefecture in Nagasaki, […]
Esports
December 26, 2020
Dota 2 Clocks Most Watched Esports Hours in Q3 2020
In Q3 2020, Dota 2 was the most watched game in terms of esports hours, analytic company Esports Charts reported. Dota 2 Leader in Esports Watched Hours in Q3 Dota 2 is seeing off a successful year, beating all expectations, and bringing the biggest esports audience engagement on Twitch in Q3 this year, a new […]
Esports
December 26, 2020
New Critical Bug Spotted in CS:GO
It seems that the major CS:GO update, Operation Broken Fang, introduced a new bug along with the new agents, skins, and maps. Revealed by Na’Vi Junior player Ilya “m0NESY“ Osipov, the dynamic ping system bug tips players if opposing team players walk over the ping marker. Dynamic Ping System in CS:GO Introduces a Major Bug […]
Sports
December 25, 2020
Moses Swaibu Jailed in Match-fixing Scandal Warns Players
Former English footballer Moses Swaibu spoke to the Associated Press and discussed his experience with match-fixing, after having served a prison sentence over it. Moses Swaibu’s Recovery Story Inspires Others In an interview with the Associated Press, Moses Swaibu, a former English footballer, made an appeal to Premier League players not to get involved with […]
Sports
December 23, 2020
DraftKings Matt Kalish Expects Busy Betting Season Ahead
DrafKings’ President and Co-founder, Matt Kalish, spoke with CNBC on Tuesday this week and revealed that the company’s team is very busy in light of the recent launch of the NBA season and the return of NFL, college football, and basketball. According to Kalish, mobile sports betting will retain its popularity over time. DraftKings Expects […]