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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.
Industry
November 2, 2022
GeoComply Secures Maryland License Ahead of Mobile Market Launch
The leading provider of fraud prevention and cybersecurity solutions for the iGaming industry, GeoComply, expanded its reach on Tuesday this week. Maryland Regulator Awards GeoComply License The company revealed it was awarded a Tier One Contractor license by the Maryland State Lottery and Gaming Control Agency, the gambling regulator in the state. Achieving the license […]
Slots
November 2, 2022
Relax Gaming Unveils Templar Tumble 2 Dream Drop Slot
Award-winning, B2B multi-product provider for the iGaming industry, Relax Gaming, announced the release of a new slot hit. On Tuesday, the company unveiled the launch of Templar Tumble 2 Dream Drop, its latest addition to its Tumble series. The new release is a sequel to the popular knight-themed Templar Tumble that was released in March […]
Business
November 2, 2022
CDI Finalizes P2E Acquisition in a $2.75bn Deal
Churchill Downs’ parent company, Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI), announced Tuesday the completion of the acquisition of Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E). CDI Acquires Multiple P2E Land-Based Assets Completing the acquisition of P2E comes after CDI received the necessary approvals from the New York State Gaming Commission, the Virginia Racing Commission and the Iowa Racing and Gaming […]
Business
November 1, 2022
UK Universities to Benefit from New GAMSTOP Initiative
The UK national online self-exclusion scheme, GAMSTOP, announced a new initiative that seeks to help students affected by gambling harm. The Gambling Support University Tour Will Help Students in the UK GAMSTOP unveiled Tuesday that it joined forces with RecoverMe, a mobile health application that helps people affected by gambling addiction as well as the […]
Business
November 1, 2022
Kindred Boosts Social Media Advertising via Sportradar Solution
Kindred Group and Sportradar announced a new deal Tuesday. Under the terms of the new collaboration, Sportradar agreed to supply its leading social media advertising solution to boost customer acquisition for Kindred via multiple channels. Kindred to Leverage Sportradar’s ad:s Social Media Solution The recent deal will seek to help Kindred grow its customer base. […]
Sports
October 31, 2022
RI Sports Betting Revenue Soars in September Hitting $6.4M
The sports betting handle and revenue in Rhode Island continued to climb up last month, data released by the gambling regulator reveals. Sports Betting Revenue Soars, Handle Increases Slightly The gambling regulator in the state, the Rhode Island Lottery, has announced the latest data for the performance of mobile and land-based licensed sports betting operators […]
Sports
October 31, 2022
KSA Asks Operators to Advertise Responsibly during World Cup
Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the gambling regulator in the Netherlands, asked gambling providers to advertise responsibly before and during the World Cup which will kick off next month. Ahead of the World Cup, KSA Urges for Responsible Gambling Advertising On Monday, the regulator issued a statement asking gambling operators in the country to “be moderate with advertising,” […]
Poker
October 31, 2022
Justin Bonomo Enjoys a Successful October with $1M+ Winnings
Justin Bonomo is a professional poker player from the United States that currently resides in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He isn’t new to poker after playing professionally and participating in different tournaments for nearly two decades now. October was a strong month for Bonomo, considering that he collected above $1 million in prize money from […]
Casino
October 28, 2022
Parx Casino Faces Lawsuit from Assaulted and Robbed Visitor
Parx Casino in Pennsylvania is facing a new lawsuit by a personal injury firm filed on behalf of a visitor that was assaulted. Philadelphia personal injury firm Wapner Newman revealed Friday it filed a lawsuit against the operator on behalf of a visitor that was assaulted and robbed earlier this month. The firm explained that […]
Esports
October 28, 2022
NBA 2K League Disqualifies Players over Betting Breaches
The esports league joint venture between Take-Two Interactive and the National Basketball League (NBA), the NBA 2K League, announced it disqualified multiple players and one coach over breaches of the gambling and fantasy rules. Six Players and One Coach Disqualified On Thursday, the NBA 2K League, revealed that it disqualified indefinitely players from Mavs Gaming, […]
