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Melanie Porter

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After finishing her master's in publishing and writing, Melanie began her career as an online editor for a large gaming blog and has now transitioned over towards the iGaming industry. She helps to ensure that our news pieces are written to the highest standard possible under the guidance of senior management.

Business February 3, 2021
Entain Interested In Tabcorp Wagering and Media Division
Tabcorp has received multiple unsolicited acquisition proposals for its Wagering and Media  Division, including from UK gaming leader Entain. Tabcorp Receives Several Unsolicited Takeover Bids Australian gambling giant Tabcorp Holdings Limited (Tabcorp) has revealed that it has received several unsolicited acquisition proposals for its Wagering and Media division. However, no firm proposals have been made […]
Business February 1, 2021
Sportsbet Enters Greyhound Coverage Agreement With SIS
Sportsbet and Sports Information Services (SIS) have teamed up to improve and expand coverage of greyhound racing in Ireland and the United Kingdom. Sportsbet Expands Greyhound Racing Coverage Sportsbet has entered an agreement with betting content supplier Sports Information Services (SIS) to strengthen its coverage of the UK and Irish greyhound racing. Through the agreement, […]
Industry January 31, 2021
USA Today: The Best Casinos Outside Las Vegas, Chosen by Players
The results of the 2020 USA Today 10Best Readers Choice Awards are in, including the category of “Best Casino Outside Las Vegas”. USA Today 10Best Readers Choice Awards Results The results of the 2020 USA Today 10Best Readers Choice Awards are finally in! And once again, they provide important insights into the success and public […]
Industry January 31, 2021
Caesars Entertainment Impresses With Corporate and Environmental Responsibility
Caesars Entertainment ranks 104 in “America’s Most Responsible Companies” list and has been recognized for its commitment to equality and the environment. Caesars Entertainment Ranks 104 in US for Corporate Responsibility Newsweek has recognized Caesars Entertainment, the largest gaming and entertainment company in the US, for its efforts to improve and promote corporate social responsibility. […]
Business January 30, 2021
PointsBet Posts $32.3 Million H1 Loss, but Primed for Growth
PointsBet has posted a AUD$32.3 million H1 loss and AUD$27.4 million net profit. The company is primed for more growth. PointsBet Ends Fiscal Year With Net Loss And Revenue Increase Sports Betting Operator PointsBet has reported an AUD$32.3 million loss for the first half of 2020/2021 financial year as a result of its expansion efforts […]
Industry January 28, 2021
DICE Warns Against Germany’s 8% Tax Proposal
Düsseldorf Institute for Competition Economics (DICE) has warned that the proposed 8% gambling tax would be bad for the market and players. DICE Warns Against 8% Gambling Tax A recent report, compiled by the Düsseldorf Institute for Competition Economics (DICE), warns that Germany’s proposed 8% slot stake tax could undermine the country’s regulated gambling market. […]
Legal January 26, 2021
Tech Giants Accused of Profiting from Predatory Practices
Apple has been accused of hosting, facilitating, and profiting from illegal social casino games that identify, target, and exploit vulnerable individuals. Apple Profiting From Illegal Casino Games Tech giant Apple Inc. has been accused of hosting, facilitating and profiting from illegal free-to-play social casino apps on the App Store. The lawsuit also accuses Google and […]
Legal January 26, 2021
Washing And Snoqualmie Indian Tribe Reach Provisional Amendment
Washington and the Snoqualmie Indian Tribe reach a provisionary compact amendment that would expand tribal casino’s content and social engagement. Gambling Commission And Snoqualmie Tribe Reach Tenuous Agreement The Washington State Gambling Commission and the Snoqualmie Indian Tribe have reached a provisionary agreement to amend the Tribe’s Class III gaming compact. The proposal includes a […]
Industry January 25, 2021
IGT Extends Partnership with Jamaica’s SVL By Seven Years
International Game Technology (IGT) and Jamaican Supreme Venture Limited (SVL) have extended their business partnership by seven years. IGT and SVL Extend Partnership by Seven Years International Game Technology (IGT) has extended its agreement with Jamaica-based Supreme Venture Limited (SVL) by an additional seven years. During this time, IGT will continue supplying the Jamaican premier gaming and […]
Industry January 25, 2021
DraftKings Becomes Second Sportsbook Brand in Virginia
DraftKings has launched its mobile sportsbook app in Virginia, following FanDuel’s entry last week. BetMGM is also ready to roll out. DraftKings Rolls Out Services in Virginia DraftKings has launched its mobile sportsbook app in Virginia, just in time for Super Bowl LV. This makes DraftKings the second sportsbook brand to roll out in the state, the […]