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Fiona Simmons's latest articles
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.
Casino
August 19, 2020
Las Vegas Casinos Are Like Forest Fire for COVID-19
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, the famous saying goes, but the new challenges presented by the violent spread of the coronavirus seemed to have changed even that. An analysis from a nonprofit newsroom, ProPublica, based on cellphone data shows that casinos in Las Vegas may as well be the hotbeds for the disease, […]
Legal
August 18, 2020
ACMA Continues to Block Illegal Gambling Websites
8 illegal offshore gambling websites are on the chopping block, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) announced today. The media and communications regulatory body in the country pointed out it would ask internet service providers (ISPs) to block access to them. Customers Are Strongly Advised to Withdraw Funds Now ACMA urged customers of Planet […]
Casino
August 18, 2020
In-construction Live! Casino Pittsburgh Hopes to Open in 2020
With the nationwide lockdown disrupting economic activity, the currently in construction Live! Casino Pittsburgh casino is hoping to open before 2020 is out. Live! Casino Pittsburgh Hoping to Open in 2020 Despite a disruption caused by the COVID-19 lockdown, the mini-casino Live! Casino Pittsburgh is hoping to open for business by the end of the […]
Sports
August 17, 2020
Svenska Spell Backs Swedish eHockey Championship
Swedish Ice Hockey Association has turned to competitive video gaming to feel up the vacuum left by the suspension of the Swedish hockey season. Svenska Spel Backs Esports Hockey in Sweden Svenska Spel, the Swedish state-owned gaming operator, has announced a new partnership with the Swedish Ice Hockey Association and the Swedish Esports Association (SESF). […]
Esports
August 16, 2020
Next-Gen Console Release Comes with New Skins for Fortnite
The Last Laugh bundle comes to Fortnite on November 17. Epic Games revealed that the bundle will be playable for Play Station 5 and the next-generation console Xbox Series X. The Last Laugh Bundle Comes to Fortnite on November 17 Friday, August 15, Epic Games made an exciting announcement with new skins coming to […]
Sports
August 15, 2020
DraftKings & FanDuel May Face Millions in Excise Tax Annually
A major shake-up for the daily fantasy sports (DFS) industry is looming after the decision by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that the entry fees for the competitions must be subjected to federal excise tax, threatening to affect large DFS and sports book operators such as DraftKings and FanDuel. An internal memorandum from the Office […]
Business
August 15, 2020
DraftKings Continues US Market Sports Betting Expansion
Latest Q2 2020 report by DraftKings outlined revenue growth, despite the disrupted schedule of major sports leagues earlier this year. The company plans to enter the sports betting market of Virginia, Tennessee and Michigan. DraftKings Plans Further Expansion on the U.S. Market The latest report by the sports betting operator DraftKings outlined strong Q2 revenue […]
Casino
August 14, 2020
Mohegan Sun to Lay off Undisclosed Number of Employees
Employees of Mohegan Sun currently on furlough will be permanently laid off unless called in to work until September 30. While the company hasn’t revealed how many employees will be affected, by now an approximate of 75% of the employees were called in to work. Layoffs of Undisclosed Number of Mohegan Sun Employees Thursday, August […]
Industry
August 13, 2020
MGM Resorts Employee Fund Receives a $2 Million Donation by Kerkorian Estate
The fund by MGM aiming at mitigating the COVID-19 impact on employees receives a $2 million donation by the Kerkorian Estate. MGM’s CEO Bill Hornbuckle expressed gratitude for the generous contribution. Kerkorian Estate Donates $2 Million to MGM Employee Fund The employee fund of MGM Resorts International received a $2 million donation by Kerkorian Estate. […]
Casino
August 13, 2020
Massachusetts Could Add Back Craps and Roulette at Casinos Today
In a conference call planned for today, the gaming regulator in Massachusetts will discuss the return of craps, roulette and poker at casinos. Massachusetts Regulator Discussing the Possible Return of Craps, Roulette and Poker Today, August 13, in a conference call meeting the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) will be discussing the return of craps and […]