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Mike Johnson
Lead EditorMike made his mark on the industry at a young age as a consultant to companies that would grow to become regulators. Now he dedicates his weekdays to his new project a the lead editor of GamblingNews.com, aiming to educate the masses on the latest developments in the gambling circuit.
Business
March 30, 2021
FT: Hedge Funds Peeved with William Hill and Caesars Deal
GWM Asset Management and HBK Capital Management have both sent letters to William Hill’s board of directors protesting what they described as a failure to disclose what they consider as potentially material information. Hedge Funds Raise Issues with William Hill/Caesars Acquisition Hedge funds may be revolting against William Hill’s board of directors, whom they now say failed […]
Casino
March 29, 2021
PlayLive! Casino Adds Evolution Products in Pennsylvania
The Cordish Gaming Group has added live first-person and show-style games by Evolution for the company’s PlayLive! brand in Pennsylvania. Cordish Gaming Group Welcomes Evolution Games on PlayLive! Brand The premier supplier of live dealer casino products, Evolution, has inked a brand new partnership with Cordish Gaming Group, operated by The Cordish Companies, to introduce its portfolio […]
Industry
March 29, 2021
LA Commission Says All Sports Betting Tax Should Go to Child Development
Louisiana is looking for $85.8 annually to help with early child development in the state. The source of the money can be sports gambling, an expert commission argues. Louisiana Wants to Invest More in Early Child Development The Louisiana Early Childhood Care and Education Commission has released a new report. It recommends that all proceedings collected from […]
Casino
March 29, 2021
Blackstone’s Crown Resorts Bid to Face Regulatory Scrutiny
NSW’s gambling regulator boss, Philip Crawford, has said that Blackstone will face extensive regulatory scrutiny in its bid for Crown Resorts. Blackstone to Face Regulatory Scrutiny Blackstone’s $8 billion takeover bid for Crown Resorts should be coming to a successful close as the investor seems hell-bent on making this one work. Yet, challenges abound. The newest one comes from […]
Insider
March 25, 2021
A Conversation with Lebom: “There Is Nothing Like It in the Ecosystem”
Lebom is in the business of social and recreational betting. Similar to fantasy contests, Lebom plans to make the for-fun betting experience between friends more accessible, safer and socially responsible. The platform brings friends together and friends alone can set the betting limits, sizes of wagers and try to pinpoint the successful outcomes of their […]
Slots
March 25, 2021
NetEnt Goes Live with Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen Video Slot
NetEnt is bringing a new, bonafide culinary experience with the Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen video slot spicing up the gameplay with brand-new features. Step through Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen Slot NetEnt’s latest franchised slot features Gordon Ramsay’s talent, known for his fiery attitude and unmatched kitchen skills. In Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen, the renowned chef […]
Sports
March 25, 2021
Sportradar Inks Multi-Year Deal with Chinese Basketball Association
The Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) and Sportradar have signed a multi-year brand awareness and data deal to reach new global audiences. CBA Looks for Global Awareness Opportunities with Sportradar Sportradar has strengthened its footprint in China through a multi-year partnership with the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA). The company, known for its rigorous integrity standards and actionable sports […]
Slots
March 25, 2021
Pragmatic Play’s Latest “Juicy Fruits” Classic Slot Is Out
Traditional slot lovers will enjoy Pragmatic Play’s latest, touched-up fruit slot game, Juicy Fruits, offering a special Ante Bet and up to 18 re-triggerable free spins. Pragmatic Play Rolls Out “Juicy Fruits” Classic Slot Fruit slots are here 20 years after the iGaming industry arrived and transformed the way we enjoy casinos. Today, Pragmatic Play brings its […]
Casino
March 25, 2021
Wind Creek Adds Scientific Games Titles in Pennsylvania
Wind Creek Bethlehem has strengthened its online footprint through another partnership with Scientific Games, this time focusing on the operator’s iGaming business. SG Now Powers Wind Creek’s iGaming Portfolio in Pennsylvania Scientific Games has launched its portfolio of top-notch iGaming products on Wind Creek’s online gaming platform in Pennsylvania. The supplier is empowering Wind Creek with a […]
Poker
March 24, 2021
Vanessa Kade’s Fiery Leave from GGPoker and ACR Ambassadorship
Vanessa Kade finds a new home with Americas Cardroom following the fallout of the Dan Bilzerian story. Americas Cardroom Welcomes Vanessa Kade to Team Poker professional Vanessa Kade is now officially joining Americas Cardroom’s ambassadors’ team following an abrupt departure from GGPoker in the wake of the website’s decision to pull in Dan Bilzerian as an official representative for the company. […]