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Simon Deloit
AuthorSimon is a freelance writer who specializes in gambling news and has been an author in the poker/casino scene for 10+ years. He brings valuable knowledge to the team and a different perspective, especially as a casual casino player.
Casino
January 11, 2020
Miki Shimoji Latest Japanese Official to Face Consequences of IR Influence-Peddling
The latest of a series of events surrounding the ongoing bribery scandal in Japan, that had started in late December around a casino resort opening project, has to do with a relatively small party: Nippon Ishin no Kai. This political minnow has opted to expel their House of Representatives member Mikio Shimoji, instead of accepting […]
Poker
January 8, 2020
PokerStars Arrives in Michigan Through Local Partnership
After a prolonged legalization process, Michigan finally welcomes PokerStars as its newest digital card room opportunity. The Stars Group brand has teamed up with the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians Gaming Authority. PokerStars Enters Michigan’s Market One of the latest developments in the gambling industry in the US, in the aftermath of the […]
Business
January 6, 2020
Eric Holcomb Says Legalizing Gambling Did Indiana Good
Following the legislation of sports betting in Indiana, activity has been picking up with projections for sports betting handle reaching $1.8 billion and beyond. Governor Holcomb Optimistic about Indiana’s Sports Betting Prospects Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb signed H 1015 back in May, 2019, approving the launch of the sports betting industry in the state. On […]
Legal
December 31, 2019
Better Pope County Challenges Re-Opening of Casino Application process
Citzens for a Better Pope County, an activist group pushing for fair casino licensing procedures, has opposed an Arkansas Racing Commission opinion to open a second round of licensing applications. Better Pope County Launches New Lawsuit Against Casino project. Activist group Citizens for a Better Pope County, dedicated to oppose illegal casino projects in Pope […]
Business
December 25, 2019
New Hampshire Joins Mobile Betting States on December 30
On December 30, New Hampshire will become the second New England state after Rhode Island to have introduced mobile sports betting as an option. New Hampshire Introducing Mobile Sports Betting Next Week New Hampshire will become the next state in New England to introduce mobile sports betting, starting as early as next week. Previously, Rhode […]
Esports
December 22, 2019
German Visas in Esports to Create Fairer Competitions
With a new law passed, the German Federal Government and the German Esports Federation will allow players from outside the European Union to obtain visas and compete locally. Germany to Introduce Esports Visas and Balance Official Events Germany has announced dedicated visas for esports players, facilitating international travel and entering countries where competitive video gaming […]
Legal
December 20, 2019
The Philippines to Look into Casinos Tax Remittance Discrepancies
ACT-CIS Party member Niña Taduran has filed a House Resolution, appealing to competent authorities to investigate the mismatch between expected tax remittances and the actual numbers POGOs have been reporting. Philippines MP Files Resolution to Audit POGO Taxes At the request of a member of the Philippines Parliamentary House Committee on Games and Amusement a […]
Business
December 19, 2019
Playtech Brings Slots to the Live Casino Segment, Adds MP Blackjack
Gaming giant Playtech continues to push ground-breaking products amid internal strife between shareholders and management. Playtech Releases Live Slots and Quantum Blackjack Playtech has introduced two industry game-changers. On December 19, the company pioneered the Live Slots and Quantum Blackjack products. Playtech is pushing ahead with the Live Slots solution, which will combine live dealers […]
Business
December 18, 2019
Daughter of Stanley Ho Divests 2.45m Shares in MGM Resorts
The daughter of Stanley Ho, Pansy Ho, has sold 2.45 million of her shares in her latest portfolio restructuring bid. Pansy Ho Sells 2.45m Shares in MGM Holdings MGM Resorts International partner Pansy Ho has reduced her stake in the Macau-based company, selling off 2.45 million shares, the latest Hong Kong Stock Exchange filings have […]
Sports
December 15, 2019
Dr Nick Turns Back on Australian Racing Industry, Dipping Turnover by 6%
Australia’s biggest anonymous gambler on horse, Dr Nick, has exited the Aussie horse racing industry, citing unfavorable betting conditions as the reason why. Dr Nick Wipes 6-per-cent of Australian Racing Turnover The Australian racing industry may have lost a man worth at least $100 million in total bets over the years. One Dr Nick, an […]