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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.

Poker October 2, 2020
Michigan Senate Approves Interstate Online Poker Bill
The State Senate in Michigan approved a bill, enabling interstate poker games. After SB 0991 was approved, it is now up to the House of Representatives to vote on the changes. Following Approval of the State Senate, SB 0991 Goes to the House of Representatives A bill enabling interstate poker in Michigan was approved by […]
Casino October 2, 2020
Twin River’s Acqusition Streak Continues with Jumer’s
Rhode Island-based casino operator Twin River Holdings announced it entered into an agreement with Delaware North Companies Gaming & Entertainment for the acquisition of Jumer’s Casino & Hotel in Rock Island, Illinois. According to the investor release Thursday, the agreed price for the deal is $120 million. Twin River Continues on Its Expansion Strategy “Even […]
Industry October 1, 2020
$800m Settlement Granted to Victims of 2017 Las Vegas Shooting
Nevada court approved on Wednesday a settlement of $800 million for victims of the 2017 Las Vegas shooting. In the tragic event, 58 people lost their lives and more than 800 were injured at a concert near the Mandalay Bay after the shooter Stephen Paddock started firing at the crowd from his hotel window. Nevada […]
Business September 30, 2020
Caesars’ £2.9B Takeover Bid Accepted by William Hill Board
US casino giant Caesars Entertainment, Inc. and UK-based sportsbook operator William Hill PLC reached an agreement regarding the sale of the sports betting company. The £2.9 billion cash offer was initially revealed by Caesars on Monday, when William Hill responded to speculations it was a subject of a takeover bid, confirming it had received two […]
Legal September 30, 2020
Buenos Aires Okays Online Gambling for Land-Based Casinos
The City of Buenos Aires has okayed a law overhaul that allows land-based operators in the city to apply for an iGaming license and run digital skins. Buenos Aires Grants Land-Based Operators Right to Apply for iGaming Licenses Buenos Aires has enacted changes, allowing land-based operators in the city to begin applying for online gaming […]
Business September 29, 2020
SG Boosts Betsson’s US Sports Betting Push with New Deal
Betsson continues its U.S. sports betting market expansion by signing a key partnership with Scientific Games. Under the partnership, SG will provide its OpenTrade solution to power Betsson’s trading capabilities. Betsson Continues Expansion on the U.S. Sports Betting Market Betsson Group signed a key partnership with Scientific Games today under which SG will deliver its […]
Business September 28, 2020
Caesars Reveals a Potential £2.9B William Hill Takeover Bid
US casino giant operator Caesars Entertainment announced Monday it was in advanced negotiations to acquire UK-based sports betting company William Hill. Caesars outlined it was about to make an official £2.9 billion ($3.7 billion) cash takeover bid for the bookmaker. At the end of last week, William Hill responded to speculation that it was at […]
Poker September 28, 2020
GGPoker’s Battle of Malta to Take Place Online in November
The Battle of Malta for 2020 will take place online with the help of GGPoker with a $3 million Main Event inviting players to participate for as little as $550. GGPoker to Host Battle of Malta 2020 with $3M GTD Main Event GGPoker will hold the Battle of Malta, a landmark poker event, featuring a […]
Business September 27, 2020
PointsBet Inks Partnership with the Indianapolis Colts
The sports betting firm PointsBet signed a key partnership with the Indianapolis Colts. Under the partnership, PointsBet became an official sports betting partner of the team. PointsBet Now Official Sports Betting Partner of the Indianapolis Colts The global sportsbook operator PointsBet has announced a new partnership with the Indianapolis Colts. Under the partnership deal, PointsBet […]
Legal September 26, 2020
Spain Determined to Lead the Way in Fighting Gambling Harm
Spain continues to spearhead efforts to curb the gambling impact on the most vulnerable group in society. Speaking to the Spanish Parliament, Minister of Consumer Affairs Alberto Garzon outlined that the Council of Ministers would ratify within weeks the proposed earlier gambling advertising controls. Crackdown on Gambling Advertising Back in February, Alberto Garzon revealed governmental […]