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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.
Industry
September 12, 2022
Philippines: Banning E-sabong Brings Financial Hardships
Online betting on cockfights or the activity also referred to as e-sabong was incredibly popular in the Philippines. E-sabong helped generate invaluable revenue for different institutions including banks such as the Philippine Business Bank (PBP). However, after information regarding e-sabong-related crimes emerged, the Philippines lawmakers decided to outlaw the activity earlier this year. Now, a […]
Sports
September 9, 2022
UK: Major Sports Events Postponed Honoring the Death of the Queen
Major sports events in Britain have been temporarily postponed after the tragic news for the death of the Queen. Premier League Temporarily Suspends Events On September 8, the news about the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the UK’s longest-serving monarch, shocked the world. At age 96, the Queen passed away peacefully at Balmoral […]
Esports
September 9, 2022
SharpLink Enters into Agreement to Take Over SportsHub
The leading data-driven user engagement and conversion solutions provider for the US iGaming and sports betting industries, SharpLink, announced it entered into an agreement to acquire the leading fantasy and sports game provider, SportsHub Games Network. SharpLink Inks Agreement to Take Over SportsHub On Wednesday, SharpLink revealed it entered into an agreement and plan for […]
Sports
September 8, 2022
LeoVegas Inks Partnership with Manchester City FC
Europe’s premier GameTech company, LeoVegas, announced a new partnership with Manchester City, the leading English soccer club that competes in the Premier League. LeoVegas Becomes Official Betting Partner of Manchester City Under the terms of the deal announced on September 8, 2022, LeoVegas was designated as the team’s Official Betting Partner in Canada and Europe. […]
Esports
September 8, 2022
BETER Extends Strategic Collaboration with Bayes Esports
The leading supplier of betting and gaming solutions, BETER, has announced a partnership extension with Bayes Esports, the leading official, live esports global data supplier. Bayes Esports and BETER Extend Existing Deal Under the partnership extension, BETER will continue to leverage Bayes Esports’ reliable odds. At the same time, the collaboration will decrease integrity risks […]
Esports
September 7, 2022
SIS Boosts UK, European Growth, Hires Bartlomiej Michalek
The leading multi-channel supplier of betting services, Sports Information Services (SIS), announced a new leadership appointment. Bartlomiej Michalek Joins Sis as Commercial Manager The company unveiled Wednesday it hired the services of industry veteran Bartlomiej Michalek. Joining the company Michalek will serve as its commercial manager for the UK and Europe. This marks a strategic […]
Industry
September 7, 2022
MGCB to Raise Awareness of Responsible Gambling among Students
During responsible gambling month, September, the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) urged for raising awareness about responsible gambling among students. MGCB Joins AGA to Raise Awareness of Responsible Gambling Last week, the regulator in Michigan announced it joined forces with the American Gaming Association (AGA) to help raise awareness of responsible gambling. The focus of […]
Lottery
September 6, 2022
Allwyn: Camelot Drops Claim for UK Lottery Re-Tendering
Allwyn Entertainment, the leading multi-national lottery operator, confirmed that Camelot withdrew from the legal challenge regarding the National Lottery license in the United Kingdom. Allwyn’s National Lottery License Win Led to Court Dispute On Monday, the company revealed that Camelot decided to pull out of the legal challenge. It was back in March when the […]
Lottery
September 5, 2022
Camelot’s Legal Hurdle with the UKGC May Impact Good Causes
Earlier this year, the Gambling Commission awarded Allwyn the contract for the UK Lottery. It was believed that this may be the end of the reign of Camelot which held the contract for nearly three decades since 1994. However, Camelot did not agree with the regulator’s decision and decided to challenge it in court. Legal […]
Industry
September 2, 2022
Nevada: Circa Sports Opens New Retail Sportsbook in Sparks
Circa Sports, the Las Vegas-based sports betting operator, expanded its presence further by opening its newest sportsbook in Northern Nevada. Circa Sports Opens New Sportsbook at Legends Bay Casino The new Circa Sports venue is at Olympia Gaming’s new Legends Bay Casino, located in Sparks, Nevada. The sportsbook offers 60-inch TVs, as well as comfortable […]
