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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.

Legal September 19, 2020
Father and Son Plead Guilty in Illegal Gambling Ring in PA
After pleading guilty for running an illegal gambling ring in Pennsylvania, Robert “Bobby I” Iannelli and his son Robert “Rusty” Iannelli entered into a plea agreement. They were sentenced to 10-year probation and a fine of $225,000 each. Father and Son Plead Guilty After pleading guilty for running an illegal gambling ring in Western Pennsylvania, […]
Business September 18, 2020
UK Gambling Data Suggests Slow Recovery for the Industry
The UK Gambling Commission released data from its ongoing tracking of customer activities across all gambling verticals in the country. According to the latest figures, gambling revenue continued to decline in July, despite the return of the retail business. Retail Contribution Significant According to the data collected on all available betting products from the biggest […]
Industry September 18, 2020
Clark County COVID-19 Cases May Be Related to Hotel, Motel, or Resort
The Mitigation and Management Task Force in Nevada revealed that some 26% of the positive COVID-19 cases in Clark County may be related to a hotel, motel, or resort. Without revealing any solid numbers, the Task Force said that this data does not mean that the person was infected at one of the places. The […]
Business September 17, 2020
William Hill’s Mobile Sports Book App Goes Live in Illinois
America’s leading sports book operator William Hill announced Tuesday it launched its mobile sports betting app in Illinois. In partnership with Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin, the Prairie State became the 6th to feature the William Hill Mobile App. Caesars Entertainment Partnership with William Hill Partnering with Caesars Entertainment, William Hill is offering to sports […]
Casino September 17, 2020
Casino Boss Sheldon Adelson’s $50M Splurge Plan on Trump’s Campaign
Casino magnate Sheldon Adelson has been one of the most prominent donors the Good Old Party (GOP) has had. Now, he is reportedly Adelson plotting to commit between $20 million and $50 million in a new spending spree to back US President Donald Trump’s reelection bid. With just 49 days to go until Election Day, […]
Blockchain September 16, 2020
There Is Less Risk of Money Laundering with Privacy Coins, Says a Recent Report
Money laundering with the use of privacy coins presents a small risk, says a recent report by the law firm Perkins Coie. The report outlines that the existing regulations of privacy coins are sufficient enough. Report by Perkins Coie Suggests That Privacy Coins Have Lower Risk of Money Laundering A new report released on Tuesday […]
Industry September 15, 2020
Are the Swedish Gambling Restrictions Just a Political Move?
Experts participating in the SBC Summit Barcelona last week discussed the controversial gambling restrictions in Sweden. BonusFinder Managing Director, Fintan Costello said that the restrictions may be a political move. Gambling Restrictions in Sweden Remain Highly Controversial Earlier this year, the Swedish government introduced a set of temporary online gambling restrictions. Government officials pushed the […]
Legal September 15, 2020
AGA Launches New Marketing Code, William Hill to Oversee It
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has introduced a new binding code of conduct that sets new standards for responsible advertisement among the organization’s members, and specifically for their sportsbook product. According to AGA’s code of conduct, entitled Responsible Marketing Code for Sports Wagering, messages may not promote irresponsible or excessive participation in sports betting contests. […]
Business September 14, 2020
PointsBet Enters the Illinois Sports Betting Market
The online betting firm PointsBet launched online, mobile, and sports betting in Illinois. The operator will also offer exclusive prices for games of the Chicago Bears NFL team. The Online Gambling Operator Expands Its U.S. Presence by Entering Illinois Saturday, September 12, PointsBet announced its entry on the Illinois sports betting market. The gambling operator […]
Blockchain September 13, 2020
Bitcoin and APMs Continue to Gain Popularity
Earlier this week, the SBC Summit Barcelona – Digital took place. The future of alternative payment methods and the growing popularity of Bitcoin were one of the many topics of discussion. The SBC Summit Barcelona The online version of the Global Betting and Gaming Show – the SBC Summit Barcelona – Digital started on Tuesday […]