2301 stories by Erik Gibbs
Cirsa Continues Success as it Grows Global Gaming and Leisure Footprint
Spain-based gaming and hospitality company Cirsa is growing stronger. Its recent expansion plans are paying off, as the latest financial data from the company shows continued improvement in its financial health. Cirsa registered an operating profit of €151 million (US$162.03 million) in...
NagaWorld Casino Strike Leader Sentenced to Two Years in Cambodian Jail
Following global outcry about a lack of support for humanitarian rights, Cambodia’s government promised to do better. However, it doesn’t appear to be willing to back that statement up with actions. A Cambodian court just sentenced Chhim Sithar, a labor union leader...
NFL Global Markets Expansion to Fuel International Interest in Football Bets
The NFL continues to look for new ways to extend its reach around the world, with its Global Markets Program playing a significant role. It expanded the field this month in a move that should also gradually lead to an increase in...
Triton Poker Series Goes Well for Jason Koon, but Not for Pixbet Sportsbook Boss
Jason Koon may be the unofficial king of the Triton Poker Series. The American poker pro scored another Triton victory this week, bringing to seven the number of titles the GGPoker ambassador has collected as he bounces from event to event. Koon...
Italy Cuts Off ‘Ndrangheta Pipeline that Funneled Money Through Gambling Ops
Italian police continue to hammer the 'Ndrangheta mafia's operations. Law enforcement officials have arrested hundreds of people over the past couple of years, and police in Italy attacked again this week. They cut off a financial lifeline that reportedly moved millions of...
Nintendo Facing Lawsuit Over ‘Mario Kart Tour’ Loot Boxes
A new lawsuit in Washington State is accusing Nintendo of offering illegal gambling in its Mario Kart Tour game for mobile devices through loot boxes. Mario Kart Journey was released for iOS and Android devices in 2019. The game allowed players to...
Entain Set to Take Over New Zealand Tab as Final Approval Arrives
Entain is officially ready to receive the keys to New Zealand Tab (Tab NZ). The global gaming company needed one final approval to take over, which it received when Racing Minister Kieran McAnulty gave his thumbs up on Tuesday. Before giving his...
Two More Kindred Executives Announce Resignations
Two high-level execs are stepping down from the gaming giant Kindred. This comes just after the CEO and CGO resigned last week. The Sweden-based company announced this week that its chief marketing officer (CMO) and chief commercial officer (CCO) will be leaving...
Entain Under Fire For Lobbying Against UK’s Gambling White Paper
Entain may have been building a "dishonest" lobbying campaign heading up to the release of the white paper, according to a report from The Guardian. The media outlet cites emails that confirm the company's efforts. Shortly after the government revealed the reforms...
Conflict in Australia: Restrictions Coming to Public Gambling Ads; TikTok Expands Sports Betting Partnerships
Australia seems to have conflicting ideas about gambling advertisements. Restrictions on public gambling ads are increasing in the country while TikTok continues to expand its sports betting partnerships. Today, MP Zoe Daniel introduced a bill to ban all televised gambling ads in...
