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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.
Business
June 1, 2022
PointsBet Unveils Multiple Leadership Level Changes
PointsBet, the Australian-based sports betting and gaming operator, announced strategic changes to its global leadership team today. The Company Appoints New Group CTO As a part of the changes, Manjit Gombra-Singh, who served as the company’s executive director since October 2020, will hold a non-executive director role, effective as of June 1, 2022. It was […]
Poker
June 1, 2022
APT Announces Plans for International and Regional Growth
The Asian Poker Tour (APT), which is Asia’s premier poker tour offering a world-class poker experience for the region, was purchased by a newly formed company called APT Events Private Limited. The announcement came Wednesday and sees the ownership of the APT transfer from Asian Poker Tour Limited, an Asianlogic Group Company, after 12 years […]
Business
May 31, 2022
Playson Expands Presence in Africa via Kiron Partnership
The fast-growing digital entertainment supplier, Playson, announced that it grew its presence in the regulated online market in Africa thanks to a new partnership with Kiron Interactive, the leading virtual games provider. Kiron Interactive, Playson Join Forces Under the new distribution partnership, Kiron will have the ability to resell Playson’s portfolio of slots to operators […]
Casino
May 30, 2022
Livespins Expands Gaming Portfolio, Adds Booming Games’ Titles
The leading online casino operator, Livespins, announced a new partnership with Booming Games, the popular casino slot developer. Booming Games’ Content Powers Livespins The terms of the new collaboration see Livespins expand its portfolio of content by adding Booming Games’ slot portfolio. By integrating the game developer’s entire portfolio of slots into its platform, Livespins […]
Casino
May 27, 2022
Housing Shortage Bothers Hard Rock’s Bristol, VA Casino
Ahead of the long-anticipated opening of Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Bristol, Virginia, the company is currently hiring employees. While creating new workplaces is always exciting, the president of the venue revealed that there are challenges. There Is a Housing Shortage in Bristol, Virginia Hard Rock’s temporary casino at the former Bristol Mall will […]
Business
May 26, 2022
Kings Entertainment Unveils Plans for Merger with SVH
The international online service provider for lottery, casino, and sportsbook gambling, Kings Entertainment Group, announced a new combination agreement with Sports Venture Holdings (SVH). Kings Entertainment to Merge with Sports Venture Holdings Announced on Wednesday and dated May 24, 2022, the merger will see Kings Entertainment combine with SVH, the holding company that operates one […]
Business
May 25, 2022
xDesign, FanDuel Ink New Partnership, Create Jobs in the UK
The leading developer and designer of mobile and web applications, xDesign, announced a new multi-year collaboration with North America’s premier sports gaming platform, FanDuel. xDesign and FanDuel to Create 400 New Jobs The announcement came Tuesday and will see the duo jointly invest £250,000 ($312,500). Ultimately, the new collaboration will seek to create high-value jobs […]
Legal
May 24, 2022
New Legislation Proposes Tough Gambling Regulation in Victoria
A new legislative proposal in Victoria, Australia, introduced by lawmakers is pushing for tough gambling rules seeking to minimize gambling harm. A Proposal Empowers the New Gambling Watchdog in Victoria The new regulation seeks to empower the recently created Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC). The new government entity will take over the responsibilities […]
Casino
May 23, 2022
888casino and Kalamba Games Ink New Content Deal
The international games studio which provides data-informed slots and casino content for the iGaming industry, Kalamba Games, announced today a new strategic collaboration with the leading online casino brand 888casino. Kalamba Games Signs Partnership with 888casino The terms of the collaboration will see Kalamba Games deliver its slots games portfolio for customers of 888casino in […]
Casino
May 20, 2022
Encore Boston Harbor’s Gross Gaming Revenue Increases in April
There are a total of three casinos operating in Massachusetts currently: MGM Springfield, Plainridge Park Casino and Encore Boston Harbor. Earlier this week, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC), which is the gambling regulator in the state, released the gross gaming revenue (GGR) report for the three operators for April 2022. Based on the figures from […]
