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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.

Casino August 25, 2020
Nevada May Start to Pinpoint Businesses and Events as COVID-19 Hotspots
Casinos in Nevada may start to be named as places where there is a high risk of COVID-19 exposure, Governor Steve Sisolak said during a Monday press conference call with reporters. If any business, including casinos, is found to be “particularly egregious” and with a high propensity of virus cases, state officials may release the […]
Casino August 24, 2020
MGM Announces Accommodations for Its Working Employees
MGM Resorts International announced Friday what accommodations it will provide for its working employees. The announcement came just before the start of the new school year in Clark County, Nevada, where students return to studying through distance learning. The Las Vegas-based casino and hospitality operator informed its working parents will be offered with discounted rates […]
Legal August 23, 2020
Apple Responds to Epic Games over Fortnite iOS Ban
Friday marked a new chapter in the legal argument between Epic Games and Apple over the removal of Fortnite from the App Store. Apple responded in court, claiming that Epic breached the rules of the App Store and allegedly asked for special conditions. Apple Responds to Epic’s Lawsuit over the Removal of Fortnite from the […]
Legal August 23, 2020
Brazil President Bolsonaro Approved Sports Betting Privatization
Sports betting in Brazil will be privatized by the country after the proposed decree by the Ministry of Economy was signed into law by President Jair Bolsonaro. According to the proposal, the sports betting sector will become part of the country’s Investment Partnership Program (PPI) portfolio. The proposal for the privatization of the sports betting […]
Casino August 22, 2020
COVID-19 May Delay the Opening of Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas
The owner of Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, JC Hospitality revealed a statement that while the redesign is currently on track, the opening date may be delayed. The owner group said that by mid-September it will release a new opening date. The Opening of Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas May Be Delayed Friday, August 21, JC […]
Business August 22, 2020
Wynn Offers Ownership for Top Leaders, CEO Contributed Personally
Wynn Resorts Ltd is going the extra mile in keeping its key employees by offering them ownership in the company. And its CEO, Matt Maddox, is again leading the way by giving up his shares for the grant. A Thursday filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) showed the company is setting up a […]
Casino August 21, 2020
Washington, Idaho Tribal Casinos Adapt to COVID-19 Outbreak
Tribal and commercial casino operators in the U.S. were affected by the spread of COVID-19. While all casinos were closed back in March upon gradual reopening tribal venues and commercial properties implemented strict health and safety protocols. The Impact of COVID-19 on the U.S. Gaming Industry Similar to commercial casino operators, the tribal casinos in […]
Casino August 21, 2020
Star’s Fiscal 2019 – 2020 Year Revenues Down 31%
The Star Entertainment Group announced its full financial year ending June 30 results, focusing on the pre-pandemic period. The Group posted just under AUD$1.5 billion in net revenue, a 31% decline from the previous fiscal year. The casino operator reported earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) of AUD$282 million, 49% drop from the […]
Legal August 20, 2020
Casino Deposit Caps Unenforceable Says Swedish Watchdog
Sweden’s casino deposit limits cannot be enforced, said the Swedish Gaming Inspectorate. The Spelinspektionen said that the limits are valid per license and gamblers who use multiple providers can avoid the restrictions. The Swedish Gambling Restrictions Cannot Be Enforced Says Spelinspektionen The Swedish Gaming Inspectorate (Spelinspektionen) has announced that the introduced limits for casino deposits […]
Business August 20, 2020
Attorney Says Vegas Clarke County Bars to Open on Thursday
Dennis Kennedy, an attorney who sued Nevada over bars closure, has said on Tuesday that Vegas-area bars may start reopening as early as Thursday night. Vegas Area Bars May Reopen Tonight Las Vegas bars may reopen tonight, says Dennis Kennedy, an attorney who sued the state over Gov. Steve Sisolak’s forceful shutdown of watering holes […]