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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

German Parliament

Tipico Wins, Lottoland Loses as Germany Continues to Shape Online Gambling

Germany’s online gaming market continues to expand, even if it only covers virtual slots. Tipico has received a license to increase its footprint in the state, but Lottoland has become persona non grata. Gambling reforms led to the introduction of the Fourth...

Erik Gibbs October 12, 2022
Aristocrat Gaming slot display

Cashless Gaming Live at New South Wales Casinos Under Pilot Program

The idea of not having physical cash in hand when visiting a casino may sound unrealistic to some gamblers, but the idea is catching on. New South Wales (NSW) is helping bring cashless gaming to Australia following the launch of a pilot...

Erik Gibbs October 11, 2022
USWNT players

US Women’s Soccer Team Looks To Win Against Spain To Recover From Loss To England

The US Women's National Team (USWNT) is back on the soccer field today for its second friendly in as many weeks. The first, against England last Friday at Wembley Stadium, didn't go according to plan, and the team will be looking to...

Erik Gibbs October 11, 2022
POGO office raid

Philippines POGO Market Puts the Country on China’s Tourism Blacklist

For years, the Philippines resisted calls from China to make changes to its gambling industry, especially Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO). It finally gave in, but the Chinese regime has decided that the Philippines deserves to be on its tourism blacklist over...

Erik Gibbs October 11, 2022
Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro

Jair Bolsonaro Could Be Close to Giving Up the Brazil Presidency, According to Bettors

If the way political betting markets are running is any indication, Brazil may soon see the return of a former president. The runoff election between incumbent Jair Bolsonaro and presidential hopeful Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has the latter with a commanding...

Erik Gibbs October 11, 2022
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones

‘Monday Night Football’ Sees Questionable Calls Continue to Plague the NFL

The Kansas City Chiefs and Las Vegas Raiders both gave electrifying performances in Monday Night Football. However, in what is becoming an all-too-common theme, questionable calls by the refs, and not the plays on the field, altered the outcome. Tight end Travis...

Erik Gibbs October 11, 2022
Bermuda

Bermuda Getting First Casino After Nine-Year Wait

It took more than nine years, but the Caribbean island of Bermuda is getting a casino. The Bermuda Gaming Commission (BGC) has awarded the first license, although the launch date for the casino is still in the air. St. Regis Bermuda Resort,...

Erik Gibbs October 10, 2022
BoyleSports

Irish Sportsbook BoyleSports Reportedly Discussing Sale to Another Gaming Operator

BoyleSports, the go-to sports betting company in Ireland, could soon have a new home. The news comes from Independent.ie, which claims to have the exclusive inside track. Negotiations are reportedly already taking place for the company, which the media outlet says is...

Erik Gibbs October 10, 2022
Las Vegas Raiders

Las Vegas Raiders Look to Crawl Out of Their Hole Against the Kansas City Chiefs

Week 5 of the NFL concludes this Monday with a division game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Las Vegas Raiders at the Chiefs' Arrowhead Stadium. Kansas City is on a mission to maintain its AFC West lead, while Las Vegas...

Erik Gibbs October 10, 2022

Kindred Gives in to Norway’s Gaming Regulator, Will Stop Targeting the Country

Kindred is throwing in the towel. The online gaming operator had promised to fight Norway to the bitter end in order to serve the country, but has now had a change of heart. The decision comes as a surprise, as it was...

Erik Gibbs October 10, 2022