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Fiona Simmons
JournalistAlthough Fiona doesn't have a long-spanning background within the gambling industry, she is an incredibly skilled journalist who has built a strong interest in the constantly growing iGaming network. The team at Gambling News is glad to have her on our roster to help deliver the best stories as soon as they hit. Aside from writing, she loves to dabble in online casino games such as slots and roulette, both for her own enjoyment and also as research to better improve her understanding of the industry.
Legal
December 30, 2020
Brazil’s Supreme Court to Rule on Legal Status of Gambling in April 2021
Currently, gambling activity is mainly dealt with by the Law of Misdemeanours (Decree Law No. 3688/1941). Brazil Takes Bigger Steps Towards Make Gambling Legal Minister Luiz Fux, president of Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court (STF), released the trial schedule for the 37 plenary sessions to be held during the first half of 2021. On April 7, […]

Casino
December 29, 2020
Caesars Entertainment Receives US Antitrust Clearance for Acquisition of William Hill
The largest casino company in the USA announced the early termination of the waiting period under the HSR Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 for the acquisition of William Hill. The Acquisition Process is on Track On Monday, Caesars Entertainment announced it has cleared the antitrust review of the casino operator’s pending $3.7 billion acquisition of […]

Casino
December 28, 2020
Mohegan Gaming Faces Delay to South Korea’s Inspire Casino Resort Due to Covid-19
Inspire Entertainment Resort at Incheon, South Korea, is suffering due to Covid-19 pandemic, which has hit the global casino industry and has halted the construction of the Midan City resort, backed by Caesars and Inspire Resort. Mohegan Postpones Phase 1 of Inspire Project to 2023 US tribal casino operator Mohegan Gaming and Entertainment said that […]

Blockchain
December 27, 2020
XRP Weakens to New Lows After Bitstamp Halts Trading for US Customers
Bitstamp becomes the first major cryptocurrency to delist XRP following SEC allegations that the token was traded as an unregistered security. Bitstamp Joins a Number of Exchanges Delisting XRP One of the most valuable cryptocurrencies, XRP, is in a free fall after the US-based crypto exchange Bitstamp announced it is ceasing XRP trading and deposits […]

Industry
December 26, 2020
Sixteen Arrested, US$3 Million in Chips Confiscated During Police Raid on Underground Gambling Hall for High Rollers in Hong Kong
Illegal gambling activity in Hong Kong is on the rise during the Covid-19 pandemic. Well-Off Gamblers Spent Up to US$1.3 million Per Night in the Illegal Penthouse Police in Hong Kong have arrested 16 people during a raid of a suspected illegal luxury casino this week. The establishment was functioning in a luxurious apartment block […]

Industry
December 25, 2020
Mexicali Casinos To Close Indefinitely Due to Spike in Covid-19 Cases
The state of Baja California returns to tier-4 restrictions with the shutdown of all non-essential businesses. Baja California Increases Covid-19 Measures as Infection Rate Rises The Mexican state of Baja California has gone back to red alert as part of the ongoing efforts to curb the spread of the Covid-19 disease. As a result, the […]

Industry
December 24, 2020
Valencia’s High Court Revokes Ban on Slot Machines in Bars
The Regional Ministry of Health prohibited games of chance in bars and restaurants, but later added slot machines to the list, which provoked a furious reaction by the industry. Reach of the Initial Order and Subsequent Correction On December 22, the High Court of Justice of the Community of Valencia (TSJCV) issued a resolution suspending […]

Esports
December 24, 2020
Study: Young Gamers Steal Money from Parents to Buy Loot Boxes
A new report by the Gambling Health Alliance said that 15% of young gamers in the UK have taken money from their parents without permission to spend on loot boxes Children Steal Money from Parents to Spend on Loot Boxes According to new research by the Gambling Health Alliance, some 15% of young gamers have […]

Industry
December 23, 2020
Massachusetts Gaming Commission Approves 25% Capacity Limits for Casinos
Governor Charlie Baker imposes new limitations to combat surge in Covid-19 cases and to prevent full lockdown. Gatherings During the Festive Season Might Lead to a Surge in New Cases The number of customers allowed at MGM Springfield and Massachusetts’ two other casinos will be limited at 25%, the state’s Gaming Commission ruled Tuesday. The […]

Industry
December 23, 2020
Ivan Rudyi to Open Ukrainian Gaming Week 2021 Trade Expo
Ukrainian Gaming Week has confirmed the participation of Ukrainian Gambling and Lotteries Commission Chief Ivan Rudyi at the industry expo held on February 24-25 and hosted by Smile-Expo. Head of Gambling Commission to Speak at Ukrainian Gaming Week 2021 Ivan Rudyi will attend the first edition of Ukrainian Gaming Week 2021 held on February 24-25. […]