2301 stories by Erik Gibbs
Another Premier League Soccer Player Faces Accusations of Violating Betting Rules
Only a few months ago, the UK’s Football Association (FA) handed soccer player Ivan Toney an eight-month ban for violating the organization’s sports betting rules. He faced 232 counts of misconduct, which could be a hint of what’s to come, now that...
Hard Rock Debuts Messi Sandwich at its Restaurants and Casinos
Lionel Messi's arrival in Major League Soccer (MLS) with Inter Miami is already beginning to bear commercial fruit off the field. The Argentine soccer phenom has formed an alliance with Hard Rock Café to introduce his own sandwich at its restaurants and...
Crown Resorts Says It Can’t Pay $450M AUSTRAC Fine
Crown Resorts appeared in an Australian courtroom this week to defend itself against a recommended AU$450-million (around US$300 million) fine. The latest difficulties are the result of an investigation by the financial watchdog Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC), and the...
Ireland’s Updated Betting Laws Could Shut Down EPL, Racing Broadcasts
Ireland's political leaders continue to work on updated gambling regulations that were presented last year in hopes of reforming the industry. As they hold discussions this week on various points of concern, industry insiders warn the legislation could cause a blackout of...
Brazil’s VP Gives Nod to Sports Betting Regulations During Playtech Talks
It's been over a year since Brazil's Chamber of Deputies approved the Gaming Regulatory Framework established by Bill No. 2234, and the legislation is still pending debate in the Senate. However, it might be close to resuming its legislative trek, as the...
Imperial Pacific Assets at Saipan Casino Rapidly Disappearing
At the end of May, Joshua Gray, a former executive at Imperial Palace in Saipan, won a $5.68-million discrimination lawsuit against the casino’s owner, Imperial Pacific International (IPI). His odds of receiving the money were worse than winning the lottery, and a...
Codere, Hard Rock International Add New Executive Strength
The gaming industry regularly sees movement within the executive ranks and two more companies are making some changes. Both Codere Group and Hard Rock International (HRI) have new management to guide them through the next phase of their evolution. A multinational player...
Betting and Gaming Council Accused of Tweaking Data as Reform Talks Begin
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has announced four consultations to discuss the gambling white paper with industry insiders. Although it has laid out the topics for discussion, it might add a new one after the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) was accused...
City of Dreams Mediterranean in Cyprus Grand Opening Today, Protests Tomorrow
The highly anticipated and somewhat delayed grand opening of the City of Dreams Mediterranean (CoDM) casino resort in Limassol, Cyprus, is finally taking place. Melco Resorts & Entertainment previously announced that its large casino project would finally open as of July 10....
Kiwi Lottery Winner Kept $33M Ticket in Sock Drawer
After striking it rich in an extraordinary lottery draw in New Zealand, a couple from Christchurch wrestled with the decision of how to handle their astonishing win. As they did, they apparently weren't concerned about someone pilfering the NZ$33-million (US$20.7 million) ticket,...
