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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.
Casino
January 14, 2022
Century Casinos Sells Calgary, Canada Property for $6.5 Million
Casino entertainment company Century Casinos announced that its subsidiary Century Resorts Alberta (CRA) entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Calgary property in a deal for some $6.5 million. Century Casinos Agrees to Sell Calgary Property Announced on Thursday this week, Century Casinos said that its subsidiary entered into a definitive agreement on January […]
Poker
January 14, 2022
WPT Selects Famous DJ and Musician Steve Aoki as Brand Ambassador
The World Poker Tour (WPT) announced on Thursday that it chose Steve Aoki, the famous musician and producer as its newest brand ambassador. Steve Aoki Becomes Brand Ambassador for the WPT In his new position as ambassador, Aoki is going to play a pivotal role in the process of guiding WPT’s revamping just in time […]
Sports
January 14, 2022
Tipico Becomes an Official Sports Betting Partner of the Columbus Crew
Global sportsbook operator Tipico announced a new long-term partnership agreement with Columbus Crew, the first club in Major League Soccer (MLS). Leading Sportsbook Operator Tipico Joins Forces with the First MLS Team By joining forces with the Columbus Crew, Tipico was selected as an official and exclusive Sports Betting Partner of the team. Moreover, as […]
Sports
January 13, 2022
New Proposal in Armenia Plans to Change Gambling Advertising
Lawmakers from the Republic of Armenia may be looking to introduce significant changes to the country’s gambling advertising laws. Initiative in Armenia Proposes to Restrict Gambling Advertising A newly endorsed initiative may significantly change the way gambling companies advertise in Armenia. On Wednesday this week, a new proposal was introduced during a sitting of the […]
Industry
January 13, 2022
Indiana: Sportsbooks Hit $463M in Wagers during December 2021
Legalized in May 2019, Indiana launched sports betting in September 2019. After the strong revenue results from November 2021, December was another good month for sportsbooks in the state. In fact, Indiana sportsbooks surpassed $400 million in betting handle for the second month in a row. December Marks Another Successful Month for Sportsbooks in Indiana […]
Industry
January 13, 2022
DraftKings to Launch Online Sports Betting via Oregon Lottery Deal
DraftKings, the leading daily fantasy and sports betting operator announced on Wednesday a new agreement with the Oregon Lottery. Oregon Lottery Teams up with DraftKings Under the new deal, DraftKings will become an official sportsbook provider for the Oregon Lottery. As a part of the exclusive agreement, DraftKings’ sportsbook application is going to replace the […]
Business
January 12, 2022
Sportradar Selects Jim Brown as Head of Integrity Services
Leading global sports technology company, Sportradar, announced on Wednesday that it hired former NCAA executive Jim Brown. He was appointed as head of integrity services and harm prevention for North America at Sportradar. Former NCAA Executive Jim Brown to Spearhead Sportradar’s Integrity Efforts In his new position, Brown is going to report directly to Sportradar’s […]
Business
January 12, 2022
PointsBet Names Dr. Eric Lee VP of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Global online gaming operator PointsBet announced on Tuesday that it hired the services of Dr. Eric Lee. By joining the company, Lee is going to serve as a vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). PointsBet Selects Eric Lee as Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion In his new position, Lee is going […]
Business
January 12, 2022
Vivo Gaming Continues Expansion, Picks Martin Hodges for Marketing Director
Vivo Gaming, the leading live casino software provider announced that it appointed Martin Hodges as the company’s new marketing director. Martin Hodges Joins Vivo Gaming as Marketing Director Spending more than 11 years as a part of the iGaming industry, Hodges undoubtedly has an array of skills that will help him in his new position. […]
Industry
January 12, 2022
Snipp Enters into Acquisition Agreement for Gambit Rewards
Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) company Snipp announced that it agreed to acquire Gambit, the leading consumer network pioneer in integrating loyalty programs with sports betting and online gaming in the US. Snipp Agrees to Acquire Gambit Rewards for $5M The acquisition of Gambit includes its wholly-owned subsidiary, Gambit Rewards. Launched in 2019, the company’s unique loyalty program […]