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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

Cancun, Mexico

Cancun Will See New Integrated Resort Later This Year

Cancun, the always-popular hot spot for American tourists visiting Mexico, is getting a new casino resort property. The Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun integrated resort will open later this year, bringing life to the area. Cancun, Mexico, is a must-visit destination for many...

Erik Gibbs May 10, 2022
Playtech

Playtech and Paysafe Take Global Payments Partnership into Europe

Playtech and Paysafe already have a strong alliance to offer digital payments in the North American market. That alliance is expanding, as the two are crossing the Atlantic into Europe. Playtech recently went through a rough spell, when a multibillion-dollar takeover by...

Erik Gibbs May 9, 2022
Liverpool FC

Liverpool FC Bucks the UK Trend, Signs up Interwetten as Sports Betting Partner

Amid a push to separate sports teams from sports betting in the UK, Liverpool FC is heading in the opposite direction. It already has deals with betting operators, but just added another through a tie-in with Interwetten. The UK's gambling scene is...

Erik Gibbs May 9, 2022
Better Collective

Better Collective Debunks Spotlight Takeover Rumors

Better Collective was reportedly considering making an offer to buy Spotlight Sports Group, the owner of The Racing Post. The global gaming affiliate has publicly denied the "highly speculative" details. The Racing Post is a British daily horse racing, greyhound racing and...

Erik Gibbs May 9, 2022
Marcelo Simoes Mesqueu

PokerStars EPT Monte Carlo Main Event Win Goes to Marcelo Simoes Mesqueu

The PokerStars EPT Monte Carlo Main Event came to a conclusion this weekend. Brazil's Marcelo Simoes Mesqueu emerged victorious, marking a huge win as he took home almost $1 million. The PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Monte Carlo Main Event is in...

Erik Gibbs May 9, 2022
In handcuffs

Singapore Man Heads to Jail for Using Late Brother’s Money to Gamble

A Singapore man was put in charge of managing his late brother's estate. Instead, he used it to gamble and invest, and will now spend time in jail for the theft. Tan Siong Choon's brother, Ten Seng Kiam, died a decade ago...

Erik Gibbs May 9, 2022
Star Entertainment bosses

Star Entertainment Shuts Down Rebates, Says Goodbye to Three More Executives

Star Entertainment in Australia is in a constant state of flux. The casino operator faces the loss of its license in New South Wales, but hopes that making internal changes will stave off any major punishment. The inquiry into Star Entertainment's ability...

Erik Gibbs May 9, 2022
FuboTV

FuboTV’s Sports Betting Ops Not Yet Providing a Return on Investment

FuboTV has been making some moves to become an all-purpose sports and sports betting company. It is finding some traction, but its latest revenue report shows that it still has work to do. FuboTV announced its financial health for the first time...

Erik Gibbs May 6, 2022
Reichstag Parliament, Berlin, Germany

Germany Licenses Online Slots Operator, but Still Has No Casino or Poker

Germany's online gaming market has its first entry, well after the arrival of the Fourth Interstate Gambling Treaty. A domestic operator will launch the first online slot machine platform, while other gaming options remain off the table. The German Ministry of the...

Erik Gibbs May 6, 2022
Flags of Andalucia, Spain and the European Union

Gambling in Andalusia, Spain, Almost Back to Pre-COVID-19 Levels

The gambling industry in Spain continues to find new ground in its battle to recover financially from COVID-19. It's on the right path, with Andalusia reporting gaming revenue almost at the level it was before the pandemic. The Andalusian government has published...

Erik Gibbs May 6, 2022