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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.
Sports
December 14, 2019
Cordish and FanDuel Partner for US Betting Opportunities
Cordish Companies has become the official casino partner for FanDuel Sportsbook in a bid to secure share of the sports betting revenue in future regulated markets, such as Maryland. Cordish and FanDuel are also expanding their footprint in Pennsylvania by focusing on Philadelphia. FbanDuel Sportsbook Teams Finds a Casino Partner FanDuel has signed a flagship […]
Legal
December 10, 2019
AGA Adopts New AML, KYC Guidelines to Boost Security in the Casino Industry
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has released a new set of rules designed to usher cooperation between regulators and the casino industry, and prevent money laundering practices. AGA Released Revised Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Guidelines On Monday, the American Gaming Association (AGA) published its updated strategy guidelines for upholding the highest standards of customers protection in […]
Casino
December 4, 2019
NHS Releases Figures about Gambling Behavior in the UK
The National Healthy Service has released a survey cautioning against the adverse effect of over-use of smartphones in connection to gambling habits. NHS Reports on How Mobile Phones Affect Gambling Behavior The National Health Service (NHS) has revealed new numbers, pointing to growing addiction among UK adults due to smartphones. According to the research conducted […]
Business
December 1, 2019
Russian Sportsbook Marathonbet Becomes Real Madrid Sponsor
Real Madrid has signed partnership with Russian sportsbook Marathonbet. This is the first Russian investor in one of Spain’s top-tier soccer teams, after a similar partnership between Marathonbet and Sevilla. Real Madrid Teams Up with Marathonbet for Betting Partnership Spain’s soccer powerhouse Real Madrid has struck up a partnership with Russian sportsbook Marathonbet. As a […]
Business
November 30, 2019
South Shore Casinos Shoot Up in October, North Shore Decreases
South Lake Tahoe casinos reported significant gains in October while gaming on the North Shore experienced a slump. South Shore casinos Gaming Wins Exceed 2018 Figures South Shore casinos increased by 14.3% to reach $19.5 million due to a 2.6 million growth in game and table win, which corresponds to 115.7%. The $19,503,080 South Shore […]
Casino
November 30, 2019
Spain’s Gambling Sector Grows to $8.48bn in 2018
Spain’s online gambling industry has grown at a significant pace, marking around 270% growth in the five years since 2014, the country’s gaming regulator confirmed. Spain’s Online Gambling Sector Expands Rapidly Spain’s gambling sector continues to grow with the total hitting estimated $8.48 billion in 2018 in terms of gross gaming revenue (GGR), new figures […]
Business
November 28, 2019
MGA Awards: Slot Game of the Year Goes to Wazdan’s Larry the Leprechaun
Wazdan won the Slot Game of the Year Award for its prominent release Larry the Leprechaun at the highlight event of Malta Gaming Week – Malta Gaming Awards. The ceremony took place on the 26 of November at one of Malta’s biggest venues – the Hilton hotel. High Payouts and Stunning Graphics The category, Slot […]
Esports
November 28, 2019
Loot Boxes Increase, Expose Children to Gambling, Study Says
A study by the University of York led by David Zendle indicates that loot boxes bear more resemblance to gambling than not and contain a clear risk-reward factor. Loot Boxes Continue to Proliferate in Video Games Loot boxes are on the rise, a new study conducted by the University of York led by David Zendle […]
Legal
November 27, 2019
DGE Warns Advertisers to Avoid Promoting Offshore Sportsbooks
New Jersey gaming regulator boss, David Rebuck, has asked advertisers in the state to stop promoting any offshore betting and gambling products. Rebuck Tells Advertisers to Stop Promoting Offshore Brands New Jersey will step up efforts to crack down on services promoting offshore and unlicensed sportsbooks and online gambling operators. Specifically, the New Jersey Division […]
Legal
November 26, 2019
Tennessee Drafts and Publishes Sports Wagering Laws
The draft sports wagering rules for Tennessee sports betting have been published and will now be debated in public. The state is only planning on mobile sports betting. Draft Sports Wagering Rules Published in TN Tennessee is on track to launch sports betting, after SB0016 passed in the 2019 legislative session, and now the draft […]