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Velimir Velichkov
Co-editorWilliam Velichkov is a research-driven writer. His strengths lie in ensuring factual accuracy, vetting government documentation and reaching out to regulators and other officials. He is particularly fond of financial reporting, the sports betting industry, B2B partnerships and esports betting developments. William is a strong asset to the GamblingNews team as he adds a bedrock to our reporting.
Business
December 13, 2022
PointsBet Names William Grounds Non-executive Director
The leading Australia-based bookmaker offering services in the United States and Australia, PointsBet, announced a senior-level hire Tuesday. The company said it hired the industry veteran William Grounds as an independent non-executive director. William Grounds Joins PointsBet as Non-executive Director PointsBet revealed that the appointment is effective from Tuesday and sees the industry expert expand […]
Casino
December 13, 2022
Caesars’ Horseshoe Lake Charles Opens for Visitors
The leading casino-entertainment company, Caesars Entertainment, celebrated the opening of its new venue, Horseshoe Lake Charles. Horseshoe Lake Charles Is Now Open for Visitors The opening ceremony of Horseshoe Lake Charles located in southwest Louisiana wrapped up on Monday, December 12. The date matched the initially announced opening date from Caesars Entertainment. Besides a spectacular […]
Sports
December 13, 2022
Sportradar Integrity Services Teams up with the FIS
The leading supplier of sports integrity solutions, Sportradar, announced that its unit, Sportradar Integrity Services, joined forces with the governing body of international skiing and snowboarding, the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS). FIS Strengthens Integrity via Sportradar Deal Announced Tuesday, the new collaboration sees FIS leverage Sportradar Integrity Services’ leading risk analysis for its […]
Business
December 12, 2022
Sportsbooks in New York Enjoy Record $148.2M GGR in November
November marks another strong month for regulated mobile betting operators in New York, data released by the gambling regulator in the state reveals. The New York State Gaming Commission, the body tasked with the regulation of sports betting in the state, released its latest report, outlining that both betting handle and mobile sports betting gross […]
Casino
December 12, 2022
Play’n GO Taps into Michigan Market via BetMGM Deal
The fast-growing global gaming entertainment supplier, Play’n GO, announced it expanded its US presence Monday. The company revealed it boosted its expansion in the country after launching its services in Michigan via a new agreement with BetMGM. Teaming Up in Michigan, the Duo Boost Their Existing Partnership The recent launch marks the first time leading […]
Casino
December 9, 2022
Hard Rock Confirms No Plans to Close The Mirage Currently
The leading globally recognized entertainment and hospitality company, Hard Rock International (HRI), made an important step toward acquiring the iconic hotel and casino The Mirage from MGM Resorts International earlier this week. This happened after the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), the regulator in the state, issued a recommendation for the acquisition of the property. […]
Industry
December 9, 2022
Illinois Sportsbooks Enjoy Strong October with $1bn Handle
October was a strong month for sportsbooks in Illinois, judging by details released by the gambling regulator in the state, the Illinois Gaming Board. The Board’s latest report reveals that legal sportsbook operators reported $102 million in revenue after seeing a staggering $1 billion in betting handle for October. Betting Handle Surpasses $1 Billion in […]
Legal
December 9, 2022
Sports Betting Legalization Gains Traction in Vermont
Back in 2018, the US Supreme Court ruled against PASPA, which allowed sports betting to continuously expand to new states. By now, there are just above a dozen US states that are yet to legalize and launch the activity. One such state is Vermont. To help with the legalization and the establishment of a regulatory […]
Business
December 8, 2022
Odds on Compliance Names Ghanavati and Butler Directors
The leading technology and consultancy company that specializes in regulatory compliance for the iGaming, sports betting and the gambling industry in North America and around the globe, Odds On Compliance, announced Thursday it expanded its leadership team. Ali Ghanavati and Marybeth Butler Join Odds on Compliance The company revealed it added the industry expert Ali […]
Slots
December 8, 2022
Bang Bang Games and Yggdrasil Release Rainbow Power Potz Ultranudge
The leading iGaming industry developer offering supreme entertainment through innovation, Yggdrasil, announced the release of a new game just in time for the holiday season. On Thursday, the company revealed it joined forces with Bang Bang Games to deliver Rainbow Power Potz UltraNudge, a new video slot game offering thrilling entertainment and chances for big […]
