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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

Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Tom Brady

Tom Brady Sets New NFL Records As the Tampa Bay Bucs Hang On To Win

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the L.A. Rams 16-13 on Sunday, although it wasn’t exactly a pretty game. Still, it was redemption for QB Tom Brady in a season that has otherwise been disappointing. Tom Brady now has 100,000 passing yards in...

Erik Gibbs November 7, 2022
L.A. Rams QB Matthew Stafford

Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers May Have Time Running Out

Tom Brady has already put himself in a position he's never been in since entering the NFL But the quarterback is hopeful he can turn things around for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers today. Meanwhile, the Arizona Cardinals look for a better offense...

Erik Gibbs November 6, 2022
Gai and Robbie Waterhouse

Australian Bookmaker Robbie Waterhouse Faces Gaming Laws Prosecution

Robbie Waterhouse comes from a long line of individuals with ties to Australia's gambling industry. However, those connections and his experience aren't keeping him out of trouble, as his sports betting company has run afoul of regulators. New South Wales (NSW) is...

Erik Gibbs November 4, 2022
Twitch

Twitch’s Recent Gambling Content Ban Leads to 20 Percent Viewership Loss

Twitch changed its policies last month, removing certain gambling content from the menu. A few short weeks later, an analysis of traffic flows on the streaming platform shows that the policy change has left its mark. Twitch's updated "Prohibited Gaming Content" section...

Erik Gibbs November 4, 2022
Bangkok nightclub fire

Thailand Political Corruption and Illegal Gambling Becoming the New Norm

As Cambodia continues its efforts to thwart illegal gambling and human trafficking, criminal organizations are moving into new territories. Thailand has become a hot spot, with a recent police raid hoping to take a step toward preventing illegal activity from exploding. This...

Erik Gibbs November 4, 2022
Matt Tripp

Australia’s Betr Sportsbook Comes up Lame with Melbourne Cup Bettors

Australia's sports betting brand Betr is a relatively new entry in the market, but has backing from some of the country's most experienced players. That makes it surprising that the company completely fumbled a recent promotion it launched in conjunction with the...

Erik Gibbs November 4, 2022

Philadelphia Eagles Solidify Super Bowl Talk with ‘Thursday Night Football’ Win

The Philadelphia Eagles are on a path they've never seen before. They're now 8-0 this season after a strong Thursday Night Football performance, the first time in the team's history that it has achieved the feat. The Eagles beat the Houston Texans 29-17,...

Erik Gibbs November 4, 2022
Puerto Rico sports betting

Puerto Rico Sports Betting Adds New Players to the Roster

The government of Puerto Rico is looking to breathe new life into its economy, and updates to its sports betting market might help. New gaming legislation is on the way, but the addition of sports betting operators should strengthen the US territory’s...

Erik Gibbs November 3, 2022
Brazil election protests

Presidential Betting in Brazil Reaches New Heights, Controversy Lies Ahead

The recent presidential runoff election in Brazil was one of the most contentious votes in the country's history, leading to a record number of bets. And though the election is over, the political battle between Inácio Lula da Silva and Jair Bolsonaro...

Erik Gibbs November 3, 2022
European Commission President Ursula Gertrud von der Leyen

European Commission Blasts Inattention to Money Laundering in Online Gambling

The European Commission (EC) has wrapped up a review of how countries' gaming operations under its umbrella are managing anti-money laundering (AML) controls. The results aren't good for the online gaming segment, which could soon become tighter than it already is. The...

Erik Gibbs November 3, 2022