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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.
Sports
December 7, 2022
Paris Saint-Germain Picks Cbet as Regional Partner for LatAm
The famous professional soccer club based in Paris, France, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), announced a new partnership with the online betting operator Cbet. Paris Saint-Germain Teams up with Cbet in Latin America Under the terms of the new deal announced Monday, Cbet became the official regional partner of PSG for all of Latin America. The season-long […]
Business
December 7, 2022
Internet Vikings Expands Deal with GAN to Cover 15 US States
The global hosting supplier, Internet Vikings, expanded its existing collaboration with GAN, a leading online gambling platform provider. The duo announced Wednesday that they expanded their collaboration within the regulated US market, extending their agreement to a total of 15 states. GAN and Internet Vikings Expand Existing Deal Internet Vikings entered the US early last […]
Industry
December 7, 2022
Denmark’s Gambling Regulator Stops Unrealistic Deposit Limits
The Danish gambling regulator, Spillemyndigheden, announced it updated its policies and guidance on responsible gambling. The regulator released version 1.4 of its guide on responsible gambling Tuesday and implemented changes to deposit limits as well as bonuses. Deposit Limits Need to Be Realistic, Says Spillemyndigheden The latest update of the Danish Gambling Authority’s guide on […]
Industry
December 6, 2022
Gambling Regulator in Denmark Improves Self-Exclusion Register
The gambling regulator in Denmark, Spillemyndigheden, announced Monday it updated ROFUS, the Gambling Authority’s Register of Voluntarily Excluded Players. Spillemyndigheden Unveils New Design for ROFUS The improved design seeks to make it easier for the users to navigate the website, the regulator explained. At the same time, Spillemyndigheden acknowledged that ROFUS’ functionality remains the same […]
Casino
December 6, 2022
SkillOnNet Integrates Playson Content under New Deal
The leading gaming and entertainment brand, SkillOnNet, announced a new collaboration with Playson, the famous game developer. SkillOnNet to Integrate Playson Content via New Deal Under the terms of the new deal announced Tuesday, Playson expanded the reach of its popular gaming content. Thanks to the new collaboration, the developer’s full suite of games will […]
Industry
December 5, 2022
Dave Ramsey Criticizes US Universities over Sports Betting Deals
In 2018, one decision of the US Supreme Court changed the gambling landscape in the country significantly. Back then, the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) was ruled unconstitutional, allowing the statewide expansion of sports betting. PASPA used to limit the activity to Nevada but once it was repealed, each US state was given […]
Business
December 2, 2022
Betting Handle in Arizona Skyrockets to $540M in September
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG), the gambling regulator in the state, released Thursday its latest report outlining the performance of sports betting operators for the month of September. Judging by the recent figures, sportsbooks in the state reported a strong month with betting handle hitting nearly $540 million. September Sports Betting Handle Hits $540 […]
Business
December 2, 2022
QTech Games Expands Content by Adding Games from AvatarUX
The leading distributor of games across Asia and new emerging markets, QTech Games, announced a new partnership with AvatarUX, a leading provider of innovative games for the iGaming industry. AvatarUX Inks New Deal With QTech Games Details of the new deal emerged Friday and see QTech Games expand its content offering by delivering innovative games […]
Business
December 2, 2022
Grey Eagle Names Tyrone Waite Chief Executive Officer
The First Nation band government in Alberta, Canada, the Tsuut’ina Nation, announced a senior-level change for the Grey Eagle Resort and Casino. The Nation said Thursday it selected Tyrone Waite as the venue’s new chief executive officer (CEO). Grey Eagle Selects Tyrone Waite for CEO In his new position as CEO, Waite will play a […]
Sports
December 1, 2022
BGC Says World Cup Gambling Fears Unfounded
Amid the long-anticipated 2022 World Cup, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) in the UK released a new report outlining that the famous soccer tournament led to an increase in gambling misconceptions. Can the World Cup Bring Gambling Harm? BGC’s chairman, Brigid Simmonds, said Thursday that poorly informed commentators and anti-gambling lobbyists have claimed that […]
