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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.
Legal
June 24, 2019
The NHS Now Helps Gambling Addicts as Young as 13
The NHS now treats gambling addicts as young as 13 14 new facilities are being open The first new clinic is going to be in London The NHS is expanding the scope of its efforts dedicated to tackling gambling addiction among young people in England. The NHS Addresses Underage Gambling The National Health System (NHS) […]
Sports
June 20, 2019
NBA to Introduce New Virtual Betting: “NBA Last 90”
New virtual betting contest ushered in by the NBA The competitions will use actual NBA footage to generate possible outcomes NBA cannot expand but continues to diversify The NBA will introduce a new simulated virtual race for sports fans to bet on. The solution is developed with the help of the NBPA and Highlight Games. […]
Legal
June 19, 2019
Congress Sets Out to Block DOJ Wire Act Decision
Congress Committee targets Wire Act Opinion DOJ won’t be able to enforce the re-interpreted Wire Act Opposition against the Department Mounting Congress has taken interest in fighting the newly-proposed Wire Act Opinion which could lead to suspension of gaming activities across states. Congress to Block DOJ Attempts to Enforce Wire Act Opinion Congress has responded […]
Business
June 17, 2019
SG Sues Shareholder Linked to Terrorist Organizations
SG sets out to litigate with rogue shareholder Sylebra potential linked to terrorism outfits SG could re-sell its stocks as per corporate bylaws SG files lawsuit in Nevada against shareholder whose identity remains not fully disclosed. Scientific Games Litigates with Rogue Shareholder Scientific Games, a global supplier of interactive lotteries and casino solutions, has filed […]
Esports
June 17, 2019
Betting company Betway Signs with Dota 2 Team PSG.LGD
Betway partners with PSG.LGD The betting agency is a long-term sponsor of esports contests Developer cautions against signing up with betting agencies Betway has added another esports team, PSG.LGD, to its long list of competitive video gaming partnerships and initiatives. Betway Adds PSG.LGD as Latest Esports Partner Sports betting agency Betway has teamed up with […]
Blockchain
June 16, 2019
Sportsbet.io Signs Multi-Year Partnership with Watford
Sportsbet.io secures multiple-year partnership with Watford Both the team and cryptocurrency betting agency see synergies More crypto partnerships enter the Premier League Cryptocurrency company & betting operator Sportsbet.io has teamed up with Watford for a three-year sponsorship deal to promote its Bitcoin-backed betting project in the Premier League. Cryptocurrency Betting Agency Sportsbet.io Partners with Watford […]
Business
June 13, 2019
Inspired Entertainment Inc. to Acquire Novomatic UK Arm
Inspired Entertainment announces potential buy-up of Novomatic UK Ltd This includes all businesses owned by Novomatic Asian markets remain Novomatic’ priority Amid rapid expansion in Asia, Novomatic has received a buy-out offer by Inspired Entertainment Inc now interested in purchasing the entire business of the UK-based slot maker. Inspired Entertainment Inc Offers to Buy Novomatic’s […]
Casino
June 13, 2019
Cambodia Continues to Issue Licenses for Casinos in Q1, 2019
Cambodia continues to issue casino licenses at a quick pace A new legal gaming framework arriving soon Sihanoukville troubles with unlicensed operator continue Cambodia is on a casino licensing spree, with 13 new properties added in Q1, 2019. Meanwhile, the Jinding property in Sihanoukville is still refusing to comply with the government’s demands to shut […]
Legal
June 11, 2019
NY Gaming Commission Says Yes to Sports Betting
New York finally passes sports betting Online sports betting to be taxed at 12% Governor Cuomo supports the bill The New York Gaming Commission has come up with a decision allowing spots betting to be introduced to the Empire State. New York Finally Welcomes Sports Betting On June 10, the New York Gaming Commission has […]
Business
June 8, 2019
SBTech and Oregon Lottery Sign to Launch Mobile Spots Betting
SBTech signs up with the Oregon State Lottery Oregon refuses bids from Playtech, Scientific Games Last-minute amendment could block mobile sports betting The Oregon State Lottery is readying up for a September launch of the sports betting offer with the help of SBTech. SBTech and Oregon Lottery Extend Partnership iLottery supplier SBTech has signed a […]