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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.
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Kiwi Lottery Winner Kept $33M Ticket in Sock Drawer
After striking it rich in an extraordinary lottery draw in New Zealand, a couple from Christchurch wrestled with the decision of how to handle their astonishing win. As they did, they apparently weren't concerned about someone pilfering the NZ$33-million (US$20.7 million) ticket,...
Australia Launches Nationwide Self-Exclusion Register for Online Gamblers
Australia's looking to curtail what it believes is a major issue with online gambling in the country. In a step toward better responsible gaming, and perhaps nationwide regulations, a new self-exclusion register will soon come online. BetStop is being billed as an...
UK Gambling Commission Could Lose Anti-Money Laundering Control
The UK government has released plans that propose the consolidation of anti-money laundering (AML) responsibilities into a unified entity in the country. It presents four possible designs, and the final decision could have ramifications for the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). The UK...
Star Entertainment Investors Turning Skittish Over Company Debt
Star Entertainment, still trying to recover from a series of embarrassingly poor executive decisions that lasted for years, could be facing a new issue. It appears that investors are becoming increasingly concerned about the Australian casino operator's future, and might soon try...
Brazil Match-Fixing Scandal: Two More Soccer Players Banned, Others Suspended
Brazil’s Operation Maximum Penalty investigation into match-fixing in sports has led to more trouble for athletes. On Thursday, the Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD for its Portuguese acronym) closed another chapter in one of the biggest scandals to hit Brazilian soccer,...
The Netherlands Plans Total Ban on Video Game Loot Boxes
The status of video game loot boxes and whether they’re a form of gambling is no closer to a global standard. A potential ban on loot boxes and microtransactions in the Netherlands is a perfect example. In video games, a loot box...
New UK Soccer Gambling Sponsorship Deals Show Money Matters
In April, English Premier League (EPL) soccer clubs agreed to prohibit the sponsorship of gambling on the front of the 20 top-tier clubs' shirts. The new policy doesn't take effect until July 1, 2026, the start date of the 2026-27 season, and...
UK Diocese Partly to Blame for Employee’s Gambling Habit, Investigation Suggests
Martin Sargeant received a five-year prison sentence for his elaborate scheme to defraud the London Diocesan Fund (LDF) of ￡5.2 million (US$6.3 million) over the course of a decade to feed his gambling habit. In response to the scandal, the church embarked...
Spanish Gaming Company Cirsa Launches Bond Sale to Raise $700M
Cirsa, the Spain-based gaming giant owned by Blackstone, has announced the launch of a bond issue worth €650 million (US$707 million). The exercise begins Wednesday, with the company looking to use the funds to pay down its outstanding debt. Cirsa explained that...
Ladbrokes Tweet Featuring Jake Paul KO’d by UK Ads Watchdog
A tweet produced by Ladbrokes and featuring internet celebrity Jake Paul didn't include a call to action (CTA), didn't entice anyone to place a bet, and didn't target anyone under 18. Despite the message meeting the requirements of the UK's Advertising Standards...