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Mathilde Adam
AuthorMathilde has been writing for over 5 years, with 2 of those years as a specialist in the iGaming industry covering headlines across the world. With her honed research and reporting expertise, Mathilde has solidified her position as a regular author for GamblingNews. Outside of work, she enjoys studying sculpture which is one of her other strong passions.
Industry
January 18, 2021
UKGC’s Proposed Gambling Law Reform Faces Controversy
UKGC’s proposed amendment of Great Britain’s Gambling Law faces controversy, as it would be a “significant invasion of personal freedom,” critics say. “Invasion of Personal Freedom” The focus of the British lawmakers to reform Great Britain’s gaming laws faces controversy in the country, opened to debate by an anonymous letter recently sent to the British […]
Business
January 17, 2021
Rootz Unveils Third iGaming Brand: Wheelz Casino
On January 13, Rootz launched Wheelz Casino, its third iGaming brand, and announced a collaboration with David Hasselhoff. Rootz aims to ride the wave of its successful Wildz and Caxino platforms. Third Online Casino Brand for Rootz Malta-based iGaming operator Rootz unveiled its third brand, Wheelz Casino, as well as a partnership with showbiz star […]
Legal
January 16, 2021
Minnesotan Senator to Introduce Sports Betting Legislation
Minnesota: State Senator Karla Bigham could introduce a sports betting bill next week, while Representative Pat Garofalo plans to re-introduce his own bill soon. Minnesotans Already Wager Online A tweet shared Thursday by State Senator Karla Bigham announcing legislation for sports betting has reignited the hope of Minnesotan gamblers. Bigham said she hopes to introduce […]
Business
January 15, 2021
PlayUp and New Jersey Devils Strike Multi-Year Agreement
PlayUp signed a multi-year agreement with the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center on Friday, becoming the team’s presenting partner. Presenting Partner Australian-owned iGaming and technology provider PlayUp signed a multi-year deal with the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center this Friday. The Devils became the first US professional sports team partner of the online […]
Business
January 14, 2021
Indiana Hits Record with $313 Million Sportsbook Handle
Indiana became the fifth state to surpass $1 billion in wagers, with a record-breaking $313 million sportsbook handle in December. Fifth State in US History The Indiana Gaming Commission released Tuesday the sportsbook handle for December, finishing 2020 with record-breaking results since September. Becoming the fifth state in the US to pass $1 billion in […]
Industry
January 13, 2021
Illinois: Sports Betting Bill Could Allow Wagers on State Collegiate Events
Illinois could pass a bill to legalize sports betting on the state’s collegiate events before March Madness, but a new General Assembly might reset the initiative. The Bill Would Amend the Sports Wagering Act Illinois State Representative Mike Zalewski filed legislation on January 9 to authorize sports wagering on state collegiate events. If passed, HB […]
Business
January 12, 2021
Veikkaus Adds Identity Verification for Player Protection
Starting Tuesday, Veikkaus will ask players to verify their identity in order to play slots. The measure will reduce player losses by up to €300 million. “Significant Financial Consequences” As of January 12, Finnish gambling operator Veikkaus will request players verify their identity in order to access its slot machines, as part of a package […]
Industry
January 11, 2021
Sports Betting and iGaming Could Grow By More Than 70% in 2021
The sports betting and iGaming sector could grow by more than 70% this year, according to Bank of America, with casino recovery on its way. Bank of America’s Analysis The sports betting and iGaming industry in the US is expanding quickly, as more states legalize sports betting, but has been significantly impacted by the economic […]
Legal
January 10, 2021
Las Vegas Strip: Police Make 1,229 Arrests Through Three-Month Operation
Las Vegas police made 1,229 arrests and confiscated 64 firearms in the Strip area during its three-month operation to stop the rise in crime levels. Police Made “Tremendous Progress” More than 1,200 people were arrested on the Las Vegas Strip, as part of the Metropolitan Police Department’s three-month operation to fight crime in the area. […]
Legal
January 9, 2021
NY Governor Andrew Cuomo Unveils Sports Betting Proposal
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced his proposal to legalize sports betting prior to his 2021 State of the State address on Monday. One Online Sports Betting Operator New York Governor Andrew Cuomo unveiled Wednesday his proposal to authorize mobile wagering as part of the 2021 State of the State address Monday 11. The proposal […]