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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
November 4, 2021
Playmaker Buys Grupo SuperPoker to Expand LatAm Footprint
Playmaker is two for two as the company previously announced the acquisition of TNN, a Canadian-focused hockey media group. Playmaker’s next king-making move is down in Latin America with the company focusing on Grupo SuperPoker, a Brazilian media group that runs online poker websites, streaming services, and various other assets. The deal is estimated at […]
Sports
November 4, 2021
NFL Inks Slot Machine Agreement with Aristocrat Gaming
Enhancing fan engagement, the NFL inked a new agreement with Aristocrat Gaming. The deal sees Aristocrat receive an exclusive global license for building land-based slot machines themed after the NFL. Aristocrat Strikes Slot Machine Licensing Agreement with NFL The gaming technology supplier Aristocrat Gaming announced a new agreement with the National Football League (NFL). Under […]
Business
November 3, 2021
Pronet Gaming Names Nedda Kaltcheva as New Chief Technology Officer
While expanding its presence and increasing its overall number of developers, Pronet Gaming announced that it appointed a new chief technology officer. Nedda Kaltcheva Joins Pronet Gaming as CTO The leading global iGaming sportsbook solutions provider Pronet Gaming announced on Wednesday that it appointed Nedda Kaltcheva as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The company […]
Business
November 3, 2021
Lottoland Commits to the Climate Pledge, Becomes Carbon Neutral
It was in 2019 when Global Optimism and Amazon founded the Climate Pledge. Participants in the pledge commit to being net-zero carbon by 2040, which is 10 years earlier than the Paris Agreement. Only recently, Lottoland became the first gambling operator to become carbon neutral and join the Climate Pledge. Lottoland Achieves Carbon Neutral Status […]
Industry
November 2, 2021
Nevada Sees First Graduates of Its Gambling Treatment Court Program
The first-ever graduation ceremony for participants of the Gambling Treatment Diversion Court (GTDC) in Nevada took place last week. A Diversion Court Program Helps Gamblers Who Turned to Crime Created in 2018, the GTDC enabled eligible individuals convicted of crimes committed because of or as a result of problem gambling to participate in a comprehensive […]
Legal
November 2, 2021
NSW: Alleged Drug Dealer Cuts off Electronic Bracelet and Vanishes
Police authorities in Sydney are now on a local and international hunt for an alleged drug trafficker who disappeared days after he was granted bail. Although the suspect put up a million-dollar property as surety, he is nowhere to be seen since last week. Suspected Drug Kingpin Cuts off Electronic Bracelet Mostafa Baluch, age 33, […]
Industry
November 1, 2021
IGT’s Former Chairman and Philanthropist Chuck Mathewson Dies at 93
The successful businessman and philanthropist, Charles “Chuck” Mathewson, passed away at age 93. He passed away on Sunday, October 24 in his home in Reno, Nevada. Besides being a successful businessman and philanthropist, Mathewson was also an inspiring figure for anyone who had the pleasure to meet him. Charles Mathewson Dies at Age 93 Although […]
Casino
November 1, 2021
Maryland Scratch-Offs: A Lucky Man Wins 2nd $2 Million Prize
Launched for sale in 2019, the $2,000,000 Richer scratch-off offered plenty of chances for wins for Maryland residents. Prizes varied from $30 to $50,000 but there were also six top prizes of $2 million each. The deadline for claiming any prizes from the scratch-off ends Monday, November 1. Lucky Man from Salisbury Wins 2nd Million-Dollar […]
Industry
October 29, 2021
Rivalry Plans to Become Registered Online Betting Operator in Ontario, Submits Application
Back in August this year, the government in Canada put forward Bill C-218. This enabled each of the country’s provinces to introduce and manage single-event sports betting. Ontario was the first province to start accepting applications. Now, Rivalry is looking to become a licensed operator in the province. Rivalry Submits Application with AGCO Rivalry, the […]
Sports
October 28, 2021
Entain Rolls Out Exclusive McLaren Experiences and Content for F1 Fans
Leading global sports betting, gaming and interactive entertainment group Entain announced on Thursday that it created exclusive content for Formula 1 fans. The unique experiences and media content can be accessed by fans via its PartyCasino and Partypoker brands. F1 Fans Can Now Enjoy Exclusive McLaren Content from Entain The new experiences mark a new […]