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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

Kindred Group

Kindred Has Three-Year Plan To Achieve Significant Revenue Growth

The Kindred Group is looking at a very bright future for its gaming operations. Amid a changing global market, it has set a revenue target for its overall performance of $1.8 billion within three years. The company announced its goal on Wednesday...

Erik Gibbs September 15, 2022
View of Hornberg village in Schwarzwald mountains - Germany

German Gaming Companies Challenge Colocation Rules

Germany introduced its updated gambling laws with the hopes of helping the industry evolve. The result has been constant complaints and lawsuits, with another legal battle emerging between operators and the country. Four gaming operators will present a case to the Baden-Wurttemberg...

Erik Gibbs September 14, 2022
Cambodian police

Cambodia Illegal Gambling Operations Face Government Crackdown

Efforts are underway to prevent human trafficking and illegal gambling operations in Cambodia, and a new call from a high-ranking government official hopes to keep the momentum going. The Cambodian government has asked each province to increase its efforts to stop unlicensed...

Erik Gibbs September 14, 2022
European Union flags flutter outside the EU Commission headquarters

European Gaming and Betting Association Debuts Anti-Money Laundering Guidelines

The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) continues to make strides in voluntarily assisting the gaming industry. Its latest initiative pulls together resources to help operators fine-tune their financial activity and support the industry's contributions to global anti-money laundering (AML) policies. These...

Erik Gibbs September 14, 2022
Denmark flag

Denmark’s Gaming Industry Shows Continuing Signs of Improvement in Q2

The Danish gaming industry has been productive this year, with April recording revenue of around DKK609 million (US$85.3 million). That was the highest single month mark of 2022, and also a hint at what was to come for the rest of the...

Erik Gibbs September 14, 2022
Betsson Studio

Betway Out, Betsson In as Cordoba, Argentina, Approves Online Betting

In Argentina, the online gaming segment is gaining more traction as provinces establish their markets. The province of Cordoba is on that list, and has decided that Betway doesn't warrant an opportunity to operate within its borders. Cordoba has spent the past...

Erik Gibbs September 14, 2022
Sydney Opera House

Australia’s Gambling Industry Faces Turning Point as Star Sydney Faces Closure

New South Wales (NSW) has wrapped up its inquiry into Star Entertainment, reaching an initial assessment that the casino operator doesn't deserve to run The Star in Sydney. The fallout from that decision, including the potential closure of the property, could be...

Erik Gibbs September 14, 2022
Rocky II

Rocky Balboa Stars in New Ladbrokes Ad

Film and boxing legend Rocky Balboa has been an enduring figure since 1976, and isn’t going away. The Sylvester Stallone character, who left his mark more than once on the big and small screens, is now again appearing on the small screen...

Erik Gibbs September 13, 2022
Swiss, Austrian and German flags

DAZN Sees Promising Path to Profitability in Central Europe After Raising Rates

Sports media platform DAZN, which recently launched its own sportsbook, is optimistic about its future. After several years of struggles, it expects that, at least in Central Europe, it will start making a profit within the next year and a half. Specifically,...

Erik Gibbs September 13, 2022
Chinese courtroom

Chinese Gambling Business That Earned $28B Lands Nine in Jail

China continues to uphold its staunch anti-gambling stance, going after anyone who breaks the law. This time, it's jailing nine people who led a massive online gambling ring that earned over $28 billion. The online gambling ring began its operations in 2014,...

Erik Gibbs September 13, 2022