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Reporter: Erik Gibbs

Erik Gibbs covers global gaming news for Casino.org. His scope includes Europe, Latin America, the Caribbean and Asia. Erik has covered gaming markets in Europe and Asia for the past six years. Erik joined Casino.org in November 2021.

Erik has written for numerous gambling- and a handful of industry publications has quoted casino-related media outlets over the years and. He is always excited to bring a new perspective on what's happening in the gaming space.

Erik enjoys following the global gaming industry, paying particular attention to innovation and regulation.

Originally from the US, Erik has spent extensive time living in various countries across the globe. He enjoys anything that has to do with the outdoors and exploration, although he readily admits that he would have no trouble spending all day fishing on a boat. He currently resides in Spain.

Contact Erik at erik.gibbs@casino.org.

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2301 stories by Erik Gibbs

Ladbrokes

Ladbrokes Gets Slap on the Wrist Over Betting Tweets

Sports betting operator Ladbrokes recently received a light slap on the wrist from the UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). The advertising watchdog isn’t happy with some of the posts the company put on Twitter, but avoided handing it a fine. The ASA...

Erik Gibbs December 21, 2022
Bárbara Gatica Avilés

Match-Fixing Tennis Players Banned By Integrity Agency

It's difficult enough to place wagers on sports. But athletes manipulating the outcome by fixing matches makes things worse. As integrity bodies continue to accumulate data, it becomes easier to uncover the activity, and two more tennis players have fallen from grace...

Erik Gibbs December 20, 2022
Independence Plaza in Uruguay

Uruguay Postpones Online Gaming Discussion Until 2023

It seemed like legislators in Uruguay were beginning to settle their differences and find a path to greenlight online gambling in the country. However, they failed in the final stretch, and the project will now have to wait. After the Senate signed...

Erik Gibbs December 20, 2022
Mexican flag

Nuevo León, Mexico Scraps New Casino Tax Plan After it Fails Miserably

The local government in Nuevo León, Mexico, had a grand plan. It would increase its tax revenue by changing the tax scheme for casinos in the state. However, lawmakers failed to take into account one important aspect, and have now been forced...

Erik Gibbs December 20, 2022
Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro

Brazil’s Jair Bolsonaro Could Face Criminal Charges for Inaction on Sports Betting

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro didn't sign a decree that would have regulated sports betting in the country before the mandatory deadline of December 12. His lack of attention on the matter, according to information provided by Brazilian media outlet Veja, could lead...

Erik Gibbs December 20, 2022
Green Bay Packers running back A.J. Dillon

LA Rams Fail to Score Playoff Spot Following Loss to Green Bay Packers

The Green Bay Packers beat the LA Rams 24-12 on Monday Night Football, leaving their opponents and reigning Super Bowl champs with no chance of seeing the playoffs. The game had several interesting plays, including an attempted Rhamondre Stevenson re-run. With the victory,...

Erik Gibbs December 20, 2022
European Poker Tour Prague

European Poker Tour Prague Main Event Finds a Winner

France was destined not to win on Sunday. The soccer team couldn't do it in the World Cup final against Argentina, and Antoine Saout couldn’t do it against Jordan Saccucci in the PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Prague main event. This €5,300...

Erik Gibbs December 19, 2022
Spanish National Police

Spanish Police Arrest Chinese Couple Who Left Newborn in Car to Visit a Casino

Update: The original article has been revised to eliminate wording that linked an infant's death with a casino in Pennsylvania. This year has seen a number of instances of people leaving their children inside vehicles while visiting a casino, with the latest...

Erik Gibbs December 19, 2022
Green Bay Packers

Green Bay Packers Look to Close Out Week 15 Strong Against LA Rams

Week 15 of the NFL will close with the game between the Green Bay Packers and the Los Angeles Rams. They'll face off in what is almost a trivial Monday Night Football battle at Lambeau Field. For this game, the Packers arrive motivated...

Erik Gibbs December 19, 2022
World Cup awards

FIFA World Cup: Mbappé, Messi, Martinez Take Golden Honors as Tournament Ends

The 2022 World Cup is done, but Argentina remains in a state of euphoria after their defeat of France. Lionel Messi, after 22 years as a pro soccer player, finally won his first title. He and several teammates took home other awards...

Erik Gibbs December 19, 2022