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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

Treasury Brisbane

Star Entertainment Inquiry Wraps Up in Queensland, Ruling Expected Within Weeks

The fate of Star Entertainment in Queensland, Australia, is now in the hands of state leaders. Just days after New South Wales (NSW) wrapped up its inquiry of the casino operator, Queensland has completed its own investigation. Star spent the past several...

Erik Gibbs September 30, 2022
Imperial Palace casino

Imperial Palace Asset Auction Begins as Company Fights to Keep License

Imperial Palace International (IPI) is watching as some of the assets of its Imperial Palace casino in Saipan appear at auction. More equipment could still be sold to pay off its mounting debt, even as it fights to keep its license exclusivity....

Erik Gibbs September 30, 2022
Spain Tax Office

Gamblers in Spain Face Additional Taxes Under Proposed Change

Spain's gambling industry is strong, despite a slight drop in overall performance in the second quarter. It's so strong that the government wants to squeeze a little more money out of it by changing the tax laws. Spain's Ministry of Finance has...

Erik Gibbs September 30, 2022
Dolphins vs Bengals

‘Thursday Night Football’ Delivers Big Hits and a Loss for Rapper Drake

The Miami Dolphins and Cincinnati Bengals kicked off Week 4 of the NFL with their Thursday Night Football battle. It was a hotly contested affair that was evenly matched until Cincinnati turned up the heat in the fourth quarter. The Bengals changed...

Erik Gibbs September 30, 2022
XTip Sportsbook

Sports Betting Shops in Bremen, Germany Reopen, Several to Remain Closed

Sports betting shops in the German city of Bremen have been closed since July. The command was given by a politician who equated the activity to money laundering. Some are finally back in business, although a handful didn't receive permission to reopen...

Erik Gibbs September 29, 2022
Lukas Enembe

Crown Resorts May Have Fed Indonesian Governor’s Illegal Gambling Habit

The governor of the Indonesian province of Papua, Lukas Enembe, continues to be the focus of a criminal investigation over alleged embezzlement charges. New information that he may have gambled away government funds at a Crown Resorts property in Australia recently emerged....

Erik Gibbs September 29, 2022
FIFA 23

Twitch Streamer Calls for Ban on Loot Boxes, Spends $9,000 on FIFA 23 Cards

Twitch recently announced that it will cut back on the amount of gambling content it allows on its streaming platform. Some streamers are taking advantage of the news to push their own call for a ban on loot boxes, highlighting how one...

Erik Gibbs September 29, 2022
Francesco Durante

New Flutter Asset Sisal Adds Sports Betting, Lottery Products in Tunisia

Flutter completed its acquisition of lottery and gaming operator Sisal for $2.2 billion in August, and is already reaping benefits. The global gaming giant just scored a win in Tunisia, as the country chose Sisal to run its lottery for the next...

Erik Gibbs September 29, 2022
Brazilian soccer star Neymar Jr

PokerStars Hopes to Avoid More Issues as Ontario Championship of Online Poker Begins

Now that online gambling is expanding in Ontario, everyone wants to get in on the action. PokerStars is joining the fray with the introduction of its inaugural PokerStars Ontario Championship of Online Poker (ONCOOP). First, however, it has to keep its servers...

Erik Gibbs September 29, 2022
Tua Tagovailoa

Miami Dolphins Look to Tua as They Hope to Stay Undefeated on Thursday Night

Thursday Night Football should be a thriller. The Miami Dolphins are looking to remain undefeated as they head to Paycor Stadium to take on the Cincinnati Bengals, and should be able to do it with star QB Tua Tagovailoa playing well. The...

Erik Gibbs September 29, 2022