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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
May 6, 2022
Oracle Red Bull Racing, Hard Rock International Ink New Deal
The global casino, entertainment and gambling company, Hard Rock International (HRI) announced a new partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing. The announcement came Thursday and sees the duo join forces to bring the F1 thrill to racing fans around the globe. Oracle Red Bull Racing Names HRI Official Team, Viewing Partner Under the terms of […]
Casino
May 5, 2022
Caesars Grants $3.3M Donation to US Non-profit Organizations
Caesars Entertainment, the leading casino-entertainment company, revealed details regarding a $3.3 million donation to both local and national US non-profit organizations. New $3.3M Donation Helps Non-profit Organizations around the US The company said on Wednesday that its corporate giving platform, Caesars Foundation, completed a new $3.3 million donation to non-profit organizations around the US. Overall, […]
Industry
May 4, 2022
Flutter’s US Revenue Grows, Boosts Q1 2022 Financial Results
The global sports betting, gaming and entertainment provider, Flutter Entertainment plc, announced its financial results for the three months that ended March 31, 2022. On Wednesday, the company said that in Q1, 2022, it has seen growth, primarily driven by the outstanding performance of its US-facing operations. Flutter Sees Strong Revenue for the First Quarter […]
Industry
May 3, 2022
Tax Increase for Aussie Sports Betting Companies May Bring Dire Consequences
Sports betting operators from the self-governing Northern Territory (NT) in Australia shared their concerns regarding a possible increase in taxes, a new report suggests. A New Report Claims Increase in Taxes May Impact the Sports Betting Industry in Australia On Monday this week, ABC released details obtained under the Freedom of Information law regarding submissions […]
Industry
May 2, 2022
Gross Gaming Revenue in Macau Hits Rock Bottom in April
April was a tough month for operators in Macau, judging by recently released figures by the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau. GGR in April Hits $335M, Lowest since September 2020 Last month, the gross gaming revenue (GGR) in Macau hit MOP$2.68 billion ($335 million), according to newly released data. This marked a record low value […]
Poker
April 29, 2022
Poker Club in Ohio Files Lawsuit Against Local Administration
A poker club looking to open for business in Cincinnati, Ohio, launched a legal battle to prove that it would be legal to operate in the state. The Action Factory Social Club received a zoning certificate to operate at the Dillonvale Shopping Center located on Galbraith Road in Cincinnati. However, in an unfortunate turn of […]
Industry
April 28, 2022
EGBA Urges for Common Framework for Problem Gambling Screening in Europe
There are significant differences in the way countries around Europe report and monitor problem gambling, says a new pan-European study. EGBA Unveils Results of a New Study on Problem Gambling Screening Tools The Brussels-based trade association representing the regulated and licensed gaming and betting operators in Europe, European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA), released details […]
Industry
April 27, 2022
Gambling Activities Yet to Surpass Pre-pandemic Levels, UKGC Report
Details from new research, published by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), reveal that participation in gambling activities in the country is yet to reach the pre-pandemic levels. GC Releases Report about the Gambling Activities in the UK The survey was conducted by Yonder Consulting. The participants included adults aged 16 and over that are interviewed […]
Legal
April 26, 2022
IGT Files Lawsuit against the Gambling Commission
Last month, the Gambling Commission (GC) in the UK revealed that it selected Allwyn Entertainment as the operator that will be in charge of the National Lottery. Before that, Camelot was the company that ran the lottery for nearly three decades. Camelot didn’t take the loss well and filed a lawsuit, challenging the GC’s decision. […]
Legal
April 25, 2022
Massachusetts Sports Wagering Legalization Still in the Making
Since the US Supreme Court ruled the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) unconstitutional back in 2018, more than 30 states have legalized and launched some form of sports wagering. The repeal of the 1992 federal law led to a state-wide expansion of the activity. By now, nearly all of Massachusetts’ neighboring states have […]
