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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
October 21, 2022
Deadfellaz and DraftKings to Roll Out NFT Player Cards
The digital sports entertainment and gaming company, DraftKings, announced a new collaboration with Deadfellaz, the global NFT ecosystem. The first-of-its-kind collaboration will see the launch of new NFT player cards. DraftKings and Deadfellaz Team Up for NFT Card Collection Under the terms of the new collaboration announced on Thursday, 13 professional football players will be […]
Sports
October 20, 2022
Betting Handle in Mississippi Improves to $43.1M in September
The sports betting handle in Mississippi improved month over month in September, but remained low when compared to the same period last year, reveals data from the gambling regulator in the state. Mississippi Gaming Commission Releases September Results The regulator in charge of gambling activities including sports betting, the Mississippi Gaming Commission, has announced the […]
Sports
October 20, 2022
EPIC Risk Management Unveils Deal with Racing Welfare
Problem gambling awareness and harm minimization consultancy, EPIC Risk Management, announced its first partnership within the horse racing industry. The consultancy revealed Wednesday that it joined forces with the registered charity supporting the workforce of British horseracing, Racing Welfare. Racing Welfare Names EPIC Safer Gambling Education Partner Under the terms of the new collaboration, EPIC […]
Business
October 20, 2022
Betano Rolls Out New FBMDS Games for Customers in Brazil
FBM Digital Systems, the leading developer of online casino games for the growing gambling industry, announced a new deal with Kaizen Gaming in Brazil. Betano to Offer Exclusive FBMDS Content in Brazil Thanks to the newly inked collaboration, Kaizen Gaming’s Betano brand in the country will bring unique experiences for its online players. The new […]
Casino
October 19, 2022
GGR for Massachusetts Casinos Hits $94M in September
The gambling regulator in Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC), released its latest report outlining the gambling revenue figures reported by licensed operators for September. Gambling Regulator in Massachusetts Reveals September Figures On Monday, the MGC revealed that the three venues, MGM Springfield, Encore Boston Harbor and Plainridge Park Casino, generated approximately $94 million in […]
Casino
October 19, 2022
September Betting Revenue Boosts PA Casino Results
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB), the gambling regulator in the state, released its latest report revealing the gambling revenue figures for September. PGCB Reveals Gambling Revenue Figures Judging by the data released by the PGCB, September was another strong month for licensed gambling operators in Pennsylvania. The growth of revenue was primarily driven by […]
Business
October 18, 2022
888 Holdings Posts £449M in Revenue for Q3 Marking 7% YoY Decrease
The leading betting and gaming company, 888 Holdings, which consists of world-famous brands William Hill, Mr Green, SI Sportsbook and 888, released its latest trading update. The company unveiled its unaudited financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2022, or Q3 2022. 888 Releases Third Quarter Results The group’s total revenue in Q3, […]
Casino
October 18, 2022
AGA Boss Says $300B Wagered Illegally in the US on Websites and Slot Machines
Details regarding a worrying trend about the existence of a $300 billion illegal gambling market in the US emerged last week during the Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas, one of the gambling industry’s most-anticipated events of the year. Billions Are Lost to Illegal, Offshore Operators, Warns AGA During the G2E last week, the American […]
Business
October 17, 2022
KSA Warns Two Operators for Gambling Ad Breaches
The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), said Monday it warned two operators after uncovering breaches related to gambling advertising. Two Operators Warned by Kansspelautoriteit The gambling regulator revealed that it warned two operators for breaching the gambling advertising rules that prohibit the participation of famous figures such as current and former athletes, social media influencers […]
Sports
October 17, 2022
Bet’s Off Game On Campaign Enjoys Support by ACT Labor
Australia’s chief Minister and Labor Members of the Legislative Assembly, the ACT Labor Caucus, showed support for a campaign called “Bet’s Off. Game On.” The new campaign seeks to protect the public by removing TV gambling ads. ACT Labor Backs Bet’s Off Game On The recent announcement comes just in time for the Gambling Harm […]
