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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

Conor Grant

Flutter UK Proactive on Responsible Gaming Despite Slow Government Movement

The UK is in the process of updating its gambling laws, but things are moving much slower than expected. Flutter Entertainment doesn't want to wait for the government and the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). While the government finalizes its latest terms and...

Erik Gibbs December 15, 2021
Australian Communications and Media Authority

Australian Gaming Regulator ACMA Blocks More Offshore iGaming Websites

Australians who use one of several offshore online gaming websites will soon find they can no longer log in. A crackdown on unlicensed iGaming operations continues, with the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) adding 14 more sites to its list. In...

Erik Gibbs December 15, 2021
Wakayama, Japan

Wakayama and Nagasaki Integrated Resorts Projects On Different Paths

There hasn't been much talk out of Osaka regarding its integrated resort (IR) plans. But Wakayama and Nagasaki are staying busy. IR candidates have to present their final plans to the Japanese government by April, and both are now on completely different...

Erik Gibbs December 14, 2021
Diario AS

Spotlight Sports Partners with Spanish Sports Media Brand Diario AS, US Could Be Next

Spotlight Sports Group, a company focused on sports technology, content, and media, is shining the spotlight on itself once again. The company has teamed up with Spain-based Diario AS to promote the latter's activities in the sports realm. Diario AS is a...

Erik Gibbs December 14, 2021
Codere Office

Codere Shares on Madrid Exchange Suspended as Shareholders Move to Dissolve Company

Codere is on its last legs. After shareholders recently took control of the company, it was expected that assets would be dissolved. With that plan underway, trading of the company's shares on Spain's Madrid Exchange are to be suspended. Only a few...

Erik Gibbs December 14, 2021
Las Vegas Functions

Antique Golden Nugget Roulette Wheel Stolen From New Zealand Casino Company

The Grinch has come to New Zealand early this year. A company that specializes in "casino entertainment" suffered a theft last week that could force the company its future. Las Vegas Functions has operated in the Kiwi market for over 40 years....

Erik Gibbs December 13, 2021
UK Gambling

New UK Gambling Rules Unlikely to Surface Until After February 2022

The UK isn't likely to release its new gambling rules and regulations until sometime next spring. This is well beyond the initial due date, and the delays are beginning to cause frustration. Gambling laws are constantly being updated in the UK, but...

Erik Gibbs December 13, 2021
Denmark

Unibet Targeted by Denmark’s Gaming Regulator Over Violations

Danish gaming regulators continue to drive home their commitment to ensuring compliance with laws and policies. Shortly after calling out one online operator for not following the rules, Unibet has become the latest target. Unibet, one of the Kindred Group's many brands,...

Erik Gibbs December 13, 2021
Betsson Group

Stakelogic Expands Global Footprint to Italy’s Mixed iGaming Market

Online slot developer, Stakelogic, has recently expanded its international footprint. On the heels of several collaborative efforts this month, the iGaming developer adds Italy's StarCasinò as its latest conquest. Stakelogic has been gaining steam recently. Prior to the new partnership with Betsson,...

Erik Gibbs December 11, 2021
Hippodrome Casino

AI Comes to UK’s Hippodrome Casino through SenSen Networks

Artificial intelligence (AI) is coming to the UK's Hippodrome Casino. The gaming property is bringing in SenSen Networks, marking the Australian company's entry into the European market. SenSen will bring its Sensor AI solutions to the Hippodrome, the five-story gaming property in...

Erik Gibbs December 10, 2021