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Jerome García

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Jerome 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 March 7, 2022
FATF: Philippines Should Continue Strengthening AML, CFT Regime
The global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), released on Friday its latest report regarding jurisdictions that are under increased monitoring. This list is also referred to as the “grey list.” The watchdog explained that countries on the grey list are collaborating with the FATF to resolve deficiencies related […]
Poker March 7, 2022
Asian Poker Tour and Resorts World Manila Extend Partnership
The Asian Poker Tour (APT) has announced that it extended its existing collaboration with Resorts World Manila (RWM). Asian Poker Tour Extends Resorts World Manila Poker Deal The collaboration between the duo dates back to 2011. However, now, APT and RWM inked a new exclusive agreement which will see at least two major APT Poker […]
Business March 4, 2022
Scout Gaming Selects Nuvei as Payment Provider for the US
Scout Gaming Group, the leading provider of B2B fantasy sports and sports betting products, joined forces with Nuvei Corporation, the global electronic payment processing company. FanTeam to Offer New Payment Options under a New Deal Under the terms of the deal, announced on Thursday, Nuvei will boost Scout Gaming’s expansion into the US by offering […]
Legal March 4, 2022
DraftKings Receives a $150K Fine from the DGE in New Jersey
The Division of Gambling Enforcement (DGE) in New Jersey has announced that it imposed a $150,000 fine against DraftKings. The fine comes after the regulator discovered that the operator allowed a man from Florida to place “proxy bets” by using a friend who was in New Jersey. DraftKings Receives Monetary Penalty from the DGE Last […]
Legal March 4, 2022
Singapore: Illegal Gambling Syndicate Leader Gets Jail Time, Fine
A 57-year-old male in Singapore is facing a hefty fine along with jail time over running a multi-million dollar illegal online gambling syndicate. Leader of Illegal Gambling Syndicate Faces Jail and Hefty Fine It was back in December last year when Seet Seo Boon, now 57, admitted to participating and leading an illegal online gambling […]
Casino March 3, 2022
Elys Extends Deal With Isleta Resort and Casino in New Mexico
Elys Game Technology announced that it extended its collaboration with the Isleta Resort and Casino earlier this week. Elys Inks Partnership Extension with Isleta Resort and Casino Interactive gaming and sports betting technology company, Elys Game Technology, announced Wednesday that it extended its deal with the Isleta Resort and Casino located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. […]
Industry March 3, 2022
RSI Enjoys 75% Growth in 2021 but Reports Net Loss of $19.5M
Announcing its full year 2021 financial results, Rush Street Interactive revealed that it has seen a 75% year-over-year revenue growth. However, despite the significant growth, the company reported a net loss of $19.5 million during 2021. RSI Releases Full Year, Fourth Quarter 2021 Results Rush Street Interactive (RSI), the online casino and sports betting company, […]
Industry March 3, 2022
Veikkaus Survey: Number of Problem Gamblers Decreases in 2021
Veikkaus unveiled the results of its new survey, outlining that problem gambling in Finland has significantly decreased in 2021 when compared to 2020. Finnish Population Affected by Problem Gambling Decreases in 2021 The Finnish state-owned gaming operator, Veikkaus, released the results of a new survey on Wednesday. This was Veikkaus’ 11th population-level survey and it […]
Industry March 2, 2022
Philippines: Gaming Industry GGR Hits $2.2BN in 2021
Easing COVID-related restrictions resulted in an increase in gross gaming revenue (GGR) for the gaming industry in the Philippines. Judging by recent figures released by PAGCOR, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation, the industry is on its way to rebound, after seeing GGR for the calendar year (CY) 2021 surpass $2 billion. Philippine Industry on […]
Industry March 2, 2022
Sportsbooks in Virginia Hit a Record Betting Handle in January
This January marked a record-setting month for sportsbooks in Virginia. The operators in the state nearly hit $500 million in the betting handle, surpassing the record which they set a few months earlier, a report reveals. Betting Handle in Virginia Surpasses $400M for Fourth Month in a Row January 2022 marks another successful month for […]