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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.
Legal
June 8, 2020
Iowa Approves Betting on Esports Contests, DraftKings’ Wish Granted
The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission (IRGC) voted unanimously for the approval of betting on esports in the state, but only through contests. The regulator granted the request from DraftKings to allow state residents to participate in the daily fantasy esports competitions via its website. IRGC Approved Esports Contests During the meeting at Grand Falls […]
Business
June 7, 2020
RITA’s Directors Terms Extended, Racing Industry Important for New Zealand
The Minister For Racing in New Zealand, Winston Peters, extended the terms for the directors of the Racing Industry Transition Agency (RITA), which according to the filed in December 2019 Racing Industry Bill was due to dissolve from July 1 as the latter is supposed to come into effect. The act by the Minister is […]
Blockchain
June 7, 2020
CipherTrace Predicts 2020 as Second Largest Year for Crypto Fraud
With $1.36 billion in assets already siphoned off by nefarious individuals and organizations, the pace of crypto frauds and lost funds continues to grow. According to CipherTrace, 2020 may prove just as dangerous to businesses and consumers as 2019 when $4.5 billion was lost to fraudulent activities. CipherTrace Cautions that Crypto Frauds Continue to Intensify […]
Casino
June 6, 2020
Latvia to Restart the Gambling Industry on June 9
Banned since March, the gambling industry in Latvia is allowed to resume operations as of next week. Latvia’s Gaming Banned Since March, Bill Passed to Restart Next Week The gambling industry in Latvia is planned to return as of June 9. The legal gaming operators in the country can reinstate business following a parliament bill. […]
Sports
June 5, 2020
NBA Approves Format to Complete Season at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida
The National Basketball Association (NBA) Board of Governors approved a re-start of 2019-2020 season, with 22 teams returning to play and a possible start date Friday, July 31. The Scene Is Picked The league is still far from certain to resume, finalizing a comprehensive plan with the National Basketball Players Association, involving infectious disease specialists, […]
Casino
June 5, 2020
Pennsylvania Casinos Reopening on June 9, Meadows and Pittsburg First
Casinos in Pennsylvania can technically open today, Friday, June 5. Yet, all 12 brick-and-mortar properties are in no particular rush to restart operations. The first properties to officially open next week are the Meadows Racetrack & Casino and Rivers Casino Pittsburgh. Pennsylvania’s Casinos Postpone Immediate Launch for June 9 The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) […]
Business
June 4, 2020
Playtech Launches Its Sports Book with Mansion, Partnership Deepens
Leading gambling technology company Playtech signed an agreement to further strengthen its long-term relationship with Mansion by providing the online gambling firm with its digital sports book, available under the Casino.com brand of the gaming company. Sports Book and Virtual Sports Additions Playtech and Mansion extended their partnership deal for another 5 years in January […]
Business
June 3, 2020
Highlight Games Shake Hands with EveryMatrix for Its Popular Titles
Highlight Games, the London-based innovative sports games creator, announced today it entered into a deal with EveryMatrix, to roll its exclusive gaming products on the CasinoEngine platform of the technology provider. SoccerBet Available via the CasinoEngine According to the agreement, Highlight Games’ SoccerBet product will be made available via EveryMatrix’s CasinoEngine initially in its English, […]
Legal
June 3, 2020
Floyd Mayweather to Cover George Floyd’s Funeral Expenses
Following the shocking death of George Floyd, an African-American man in police custody who was held in a chokehold for eight minutes, the United States has been hit by a spate of riots. Amid those, boxing legend Floyd Mayweather said he would pay for Floyd’s funeral expenses. Mayweather’s Agent Says Boxer to Pay for Floyd’s […]
Legal
June 2, 2020
Tribal Association Concerned Over Sports Betting Bill in CA
А CA-updated sports betting bill has caused the Tribal Association to raise concerns. Tribal operators find the language in the bill to be controversial. Updated Bill for Spots Betting Legalization Causes a Stir in California Following a recently updated bill for the legalization of sports betting in California, a concern was raised by the tribal […]