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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
July 23, 2019
Better Collective Boosts U.S. Portfolio, Adds Betting Portals
Better Collective has acquired two dominant sports betting brands in the United States, namely the Florida-based Vegas Insider and Scores and Odds. The agreed upon acquisition amounts to the price of 20 million USD for both websites and has been completed through Better Collective’s wholly-owned US subsidiary. Each of the brands has established itself as […]
Business
July 21, 2019
Betsson and Svenska Spel Find Swedish Market Tough
Betsson and Svenska Spel among the affected operators in Sweden Results fall across the board for all operators Bonuses and advertisement could be banned Betsson is the latest operator to be affected by the tough Swedish market where regulatory measures intensify. Svenska Spel and Betsson’s Results Tank in Sweden Newly-regulated, the Swedish gambling market has […]
Business
July 19, 2019
Betfred Goes Launches Iowa with New Partnership
Betfred announces U.S. Expansion in Iowa The UK sportsbook is teaming up with Grand Falls Casino Resort Betfred will bring the full offer of its platform, including mobile and online betting Betfred has teamed up with Grand Falls Casino Resort to introduce its full sports betting portfolio in Iowa, the United States. Betfred Expands to […]
Business
July 16, 2019
NY’s Rivers and Tioga Sports Betting Launches on July 16
Rivers Casino launches betting offer today Tioga Downs to open by the end of the week Oneida will roll out its own spotsbook with Caesars New York spots bettors will be able to place their first sports bets starting on July 16 with more betting venue launches coming later this week. New York’s Rivers and […]
Business
July 12, 2019
Wynn to Spend $2bn on Macau Expansion Project
Wynn Resorts Ltd. is boosting its clout in Macau with a $2bn project that will result in 1,300 new rooms and a new building next to the existing Wynn Palace. Wynn Eyes $2bn Expansion in Macau Following tumultuous past two years, Wynn Resorts Ltd. seems to be back in its stride, announcing a $2 billion […]
Business
July 10, 2019
Mohawk and The Stars Group Strike Betting Partnership in NY
The Stars Group strikes partnership with Mohawk in NY The companies will explore online betting opportunities Betting facilities to be all ready up by NFL season Through its joint-venture with Fox, The Stars Group is now entering New York sports betting in partnership with Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort. Akwesasne Secures TSG Partnership for NY Retail […]
Poker
July 10, 2019
Belianin “Cheats” at WSOP Main Event, Gets Arrested
Belianin was disqualified from Main Event for sweeping the wrong pile of chips The player was later arrested for trespassing at a Caesars property Poker community comes to the defense of Belianin Georgii Belianin, an established poker player with impeccable reputation, was disqualified for cheating during the 2019 WSOP Main Event. The poker community has […]
Sports
July 8, 2019
U.S. Women’s Soccer Team Wins 4th Title, Demands Equal Pay
U.S. Women’s soccer team beats the Netherlands The team scores 26 points in 12 games Calls for better pay and equal prize money continue As the U.S. women’s soccer team sealed a forth title in FIFA Women’s World Cup, players and fans have called out FIFA to do more to boost the game’s women community. […]
Esports
July 3, 2019
Caesars Teams Up with Taito to Host Arcade Showdown in Las Vegas
Caesars hosts arcade show expo in August, 2019 The Toushinsai expected to attract well over 6,000 people Caesars still eyes Japanese expansion Caesars has teamed up with Japanese arcade games developer Taito to introduce a massive arcade expo in Las Vegas in 2019. Caesars’ New Esports Ambitions Continue to Grow Caesars Entertainment has teamed up […]
Sports
June 28, 2019
MLS Embraces Gambling and Liquor Sponsorships
MLS opens up to gambling opportunities Players’ jersey will promote gambling and alcoholic spirits beverages Players under 21 won’t be allowed to carry sponsorship jerseys Major League Soccer is one of the latest organizations to embrace gambling and betting opportunities. Major League Reveals Gambling Sponsorship Opportunities Major League Soccer (MLS) has said that it is […]