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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.
Sports
December 20, 2022
Churchill Downs to Acquire Exacta Systems in a $250M Deal
On Monday, Churchill Downs Incorporated revealed it has come to a definitive agreement to acquire in full the outstanding interests in Exacta Systems, a leading provider of solutions and technology used for operating historical horse racing (HHR) businesses. Churchill Downs to Acquire Remaining Interest in Exacta The newly announced definitive agreement has a price tag […]
Business
December 20, 2022
7777 Enjoys Incredible 2022 Results, Plans to Keep Momentum
Founded back in 2020, 7777 gaming, a data-driven B2B provider for the growing iGaming industry, made its debut at the ICE 2022 earlier this year. 2022 marked an important year for the operator that achieved many milestones and joined forces with leading platform providers and game aggregators. 2022 Marked a Successful Year for 7777 As […]
Business
December 19, 2022
Hard Rock Secures NGCB Approval for the Mirage Acquisition
Back in December 2021, Hard Rock announced its plans to purchase The Mirage from MGM Resorts in a deal of some $1.08 billion. Nevada Gambling Regulator Greenlights HRI’s Purchase of the Mirage Earlier this month, the company made an important step forward as the gambling regulator in Nevada, the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), recommended […]
Sports
December 19, 2022
Tennis Integrity Watchdog ITIA Bans Chinese and Chilean Player
Last week, the ITIA announced it imposed a sanction against Chinese player Baoluo Zheng. Chinese Player Banned over Match-Fixing The Agency acknowledged that Zheng admitted to breaching the Tennis Anti-Corruption Program (TACP) rules which resulted in a ban for nine months. In addition, the ITIA fined the player $5,000 (with $2,000 suspended). According to the […]
Business
December 19, 2022
Caesars Grabs Double Accolades for Water Security and Climate Change
The prestigious recognition came Friday by CDP, a non-profit charity that discloses what impact companies have on the environment. Last year, Caesars scored “B”, but this year, the company entered CDP’s annual “A list.” Caesars was among a short list of companies that were able to achieve a double “A” after 15,000 scored. Caesars Reaches […]
Business
December 16, 2022
Rank Group Recovery Slows Down as UK Market Shrinks
The company acknowledged the impact of the increase in the cost of living, which was evident in its UK-facing operations. Releasing its latest report, Rank Group acknowledged that in the five months ended November 30 this year, net gaming revenue (NGR) was up by only 1%, when compared to the same period in 2021. Rank […]
Industry
December 16, 2022
Senator Calls for Tougher Action on POGOs as Kidnappings Continue
Allegations for crimes related to the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) once again reignited the debate on whether or not the government can act accordingly and enforce the law. Such crimes have increased recently, which caused a Philippine Senator to ask the government for an official position about the future of POGOs. POGO-Related Crimes Continue […]
Esports
December 15, 2022
Underdog Secures Ohio Sports Betting License
One of the fastest-growing fantasy sports companies, Underdog Sports, announced Wednesday it secured a license in Ohio. Ohio Regulator Grants Underdog Sports Betting License The company revealed that the entry into Ohio comes after it secured a license for online sports betting from the gambling regulator in the state, the Ohio Casino Control Commission. Having […]
Industry
December 15, 2022
Thai Influencer Gets 54-year Jail Sentence over Gambling Promo
A former celebrity boxer, advisor of the House on gambling in Thailand, and internet personality, Siapo Po-arnon, was sentenced earlier this week over allegations of participation in the promotion of online gambling activities, as well as money laundering, a report revealed. Internet Celebrity in Thailand Sentenced to Prison The 30-year-old was among a group of […]
Business
December 15, 2022
MGM Springfield Criticized for Number of Employees, Amenities
MGM Springfield is one of the three casinos in Massachusetts. The property opened back in August 2018 and it’s drawing closer to its five-year anniversary with each passing month. However close to this watershed, a new report reveals that the casino is yet to introduce more amenities and hire as many employees as initially agreed […]
