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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
November 21, 2019
William Hill Posts Results up to October 29, 2019
British gambling operator William Hill posts solid results despite regulatory headwinds at home and across Europe. US assets continue to spur growth and fresh opportunities to develop the business, with a few caveats. William Hills Operations Continue to Grow Strong US expansion has bolstered British gambling and sportsbook company William Hill results. Posting results on […]
Legal
November 21, 2019
Ukrainian Parliament Receives Six New Gambling Bills
A number of new bills have been submitted to the Verkhovna Rada in Ukraine to offer alternative to the proposed gambling plans revealed in October. Six New Bills Arrive in Ukrainian Parliament The Ukrainian Parliament will have to go through a slew of bills, and specifically six bills and two draft amendments related to the […]
Poker
November 19, 2019
Super Smash Bros. Influencers Join King of Twitch Poker
Twitch influencers will partake in the King of Twitch Poker event on November 21 hosted by Americas Cardroom. King of Twitch Poker Fast Approaches Super Smash Bros. community gurus Mang0, Slimeirl, Chillindude, Tafokints and Ludwing will host an exhibition match for the upcoming celebrity “King of Twitch Poker”. The event will also be attended by […]
Casino
November 18, 2019
New Jersey’s Casino Industry Reaching Tipping Point
With GGR in New Jersey growing quickly, lawmakers are taking preemptive measures to limit the expansion of the gambling industry in a bid to weather abrupt changes in the gaming climate, which is going to get difficult for the Garden State. New Jersey to Reconsider Casino Expansion With New Jersey’s Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) growing […]
Business
November 16, 2019
Caesars and Eldorado Shareholders Approve Acqusition
Both Caesars Entertainment Corp. and Eldorado Resorts Inc. shareholders have cleared an anticipated acquisition worth $17.3bn and due to take place in the first three months of 2020. Caesars, Eldorado Shareholders Clear $17.3bn Acquisition Deal Caesars Entertainment Corp. and Eldorado Resorts Inc. shareholders voted in support of an anticipated merged whereby Eldorado is paying $17.3 […]
Insider
November 15, 2019
Golden Rock Studios’ James Curwen: ‘We have a true understanding of customers’
James Curwen is the CEO and Founder of Golden Rock Studios, an up-and-coming developer dedicated to innovating the iGaming experience in full. Mr. Curwen spoke with GamblingNews.com helping us understand more about the project he is now heading. Q: Golden Rock Studios is clearly focusing on those gamers who want to win big. Why have […]
Insider
November 13, 2019
PandaScore Q&A: Sportsbooks Need to Develop Esports
Esports AI data company PandaScore has set itself the ambitious goal of offering ground-breaking live betting and esports data. Yet, the company’s plans are much more ambitious and PandaScore is determined to drive engagement within the esports industry as a whole. And while Tesla uses AI to operate autonomous cars, PandaScore uses the same technology […]
Business
November 13, 2019
California Cardrooms Economic Impact Huge, Survey Claims
California’s cardrooms may now be responsible for a fair chunk of the state’s economic well-being. In certain communities, these cardrooms contribute estimated 50% of all taxes. A New Report Shows Upsides of California Cardrooms A new report has pin-pointed the exact value of cardrooms in California, and specifically how much they contributed to the state’s […]
Insider
November 12, 2019
NetGaming Q&A: The Challenges of Being a Game Provider
Up-and-coming casino games developer NetGaming had an interesting Q&A session with GamblingNews.com, talking about the challenges of being a game provider, potential future deals and the company’s own approach to innovating the iGaming industry. Q: NetGaming will have an exciting 2020. Your company has planned to deliver 2 slots per month and you have also […]
Casino
November 7, 2019
Philippines Offshore Gaming Operators Face New Taxes
The Philippines government will debate new taxes to help limit illegal activities at offshore gambling venues. Debating the New Tax for POGOs The Philippine Offshore Gambling Operator (POGO) industry will have to deal with more pressure from the government after Albey Representative Joey Salceda filed a new legislation aimed at imposing additional taxes on POGO […]