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Simon 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.

Legal August 31, 2019
Kentucky Senator Moves for Legalized Sports Betting
A senator in the state of Kentucky proposes Bill Request 236, moving for regulated sports betting on and off racing tracks 25% tax to be imposed on wager receipts, which will strengthen retirement schemes and education January next year will ultimately determine the fate of the Bill Request State Senator of Kentucky, Julian Carroll, moved […]
Business August 31, 2019
Grand Villa Casino Begins Layoffs in Edmonton
After hours reduction, Grand Villa employees facing layoffs Employees can opt into voluntary redundancies or transition to part-time positions Union representative say they feel “blind sided” by the way the matter was handled The Grand Villa Casino in Edmonton, Canada will see dozens of workers laid off as part of a restructuring addressing slow economy. […]
Legal August 29, 2019
Indiana Sports Books Open on September 1st
The state of Indiana is just days away from being the 12th state offering regulated sports betting At least three casinos will start accepting sports wagers come September 1st and a few more to open in the following days Current tax expectancies aim at just $13 million in revenue per year to go to the […]
Business August 27, 2019
Silver Heritage’s Nepal Border Struggle Continues
Asian casino operator Silver Heritage Group Limited has been handed a second ex parte injunction The legal proceeding is aimed against two of the subsidiaries of the group Kathmandu Post reports temporary order from an Indian court, banning the company from selling or developing their property Back in July the Rupandehi District Court issued a […]
Business August 27, 2019
Summit Ascent Report Serious Profit Spike during First Half of 2019
The Hong Kong enterprise reported a massive spike in their profits mostly attributable to their Russian Integrated resort, Tigre de Cristal Total revenue marks a 24% climb during the first half of 2019 Russian based Tigre de Cristal to see Phase 2 expansion in early 2022 due to slight delay in development In comparison to […]
Business August 26, 2019
Number of Cities for Japanese IR Continues to Grow
Japanese IR is drawing closer to its release date The number of bidding cities to host the project grows Applications reportedly to be accepted as early as March, 2020 Galaxy Entertainment’s Francis Lui Yiu Tung has welcomed the high demand for hosting rights of the future Japanese Integrated Resort project. Demands for Hosts of Japanese […]
Legal August 24, 2019
Ireland’s Compulsive Addicts Number Increases in 2018
Ireland treats more gambling addicts in 2018 than any other year Changes to the industry in Ireland coming Estimated 18 months needed for the overhaul Ireland saw as many as 257 people being treated as compulsive gamblers in 2018, a 17% increase since 2017. New industry social measures are being prepared. More Compulsive Gambling Cases […]
Esports August 22, 2019
Ubisoft, theScore to Launch Esports Video Content Series
Canadian media company theScore teams up for Ubisoft for special esports series The partnership is intended at popularizing R6’s competitive status theScore is also cleared for an official sportsbook launch in New Jersey Ubisoft and theScore team up to raise Rainbow Six Siege’s profile as a competitive video gaming title in special video content series. […]
Legal August 20, 2019
The Coalition to Stop Internet Gambling in Support of DoJ’s Appeal
Last week Federal Judge Barbadoro turned down the United States Department of Justice’s revised opinion on the 1961 Wire Act The DoJ ultimately confirms intentions to appeal Judge Barbadoro’s ruling Coalition to Stop Internet Gambling feeling “encouraged” by DoJ’s decision to appeal Ultimately it goes beyond Court Appeals and comes down to predictions over the […]
Business August 19, 2019
First Stock Tumble Writes Off Billions from Gaming Companies
Wednesday, August 16 marks solid downturn in stock value American casino & gaming brands lose billions Next recession probably coming, but no concerns expressed by the sector’s leaders Casino brands lose billions of market value on first recession signs in the U.S. Yet, brands remain cautiously determined in terms of investment portfolios. A Recession Hits […]