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Joseph Skelker

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Senior Content Producer at Casinoreviews.net

15+ yrs content writer, spanning iGaming to health, finance & cannabis. Crafted countless blog posts & landing pages. Founder, 2J Digital Marketing.

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  • 1 week ago | casinoreviews.net | Joseph Skelker

    The issue has come under increased scrutiny after a series of scandals involving celebrities, which exposed how little the public understands the legality of live online casinos. Though most gambling is prohibited in Japan, the government allows tightly regulated betting on horse racing, cycling, and the lottery, which helps fund public services.

  • 1 week ago | casinoreviews.net | Joseph Skelker

    Anand Shah, 42, a councilman in the small borough of Prospect Park, is accused of running underground card rooms and online betting operations for nearly a decade. Prosecutors allege he laundered more than $1 million through these activities and used both personal and political accounts to disguise the funds. Shah Denied Bail in Detention Hearing The investigation, which began in December 2022, has resulted in charges against 39 individuals.

  • 1 week ago | casinoreviews.net | Joseph Skelker

    The warning came after lower-than-expected revenue figures were published for the first quarter. Speaking to local lawmakers, Ho drew attention to the risk of a budget deficit if future gaming revenues do not meet the target figures. Gambling Accounts for 80% of Tax Income As the only region in China where casino gambling is legal, Macau's economy is deeply dependent on its gaming sector, which accounts for around 80% of public tax income.

  • 1 week ago | casinoreviews.net | Joseph Skelker

    In March 2024, the state officially launched online betting with an 18% tax on gross betting revenue after payouts to bettors were deducted. However, now, Republican lawmakers in the Senate are proposing a major change, doubling the tax rate to 36%. If approved, it would have a major impact on North Carolina’s sports betting environment. Such an increase would push North Carolina into the upper tier of sports betting tax rates nationally.

  • 1 week ago | casinoreviews.net | Joseph Skelker

    GambleAware is encouraging people to speak openly about the issue after a recent survey revealed that 67% of respondents feel stigma still surrounds gambling harm. The charity warned that the risk extends to everyone, including children. Related: GambleAware Research Shows Risks from Online Casino Gaming Public Installation to Highlight Gambling Harm To highlight the growing concern, GambleAware unveiled a public installation at Westfield London this week.

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Joseph Skelker
Joseph Skelker @JosephSkel4895
27 Sep 23

Gambling operator Flutter Entertainment has acquired a starting stake of 51% in the Serbian omni-channel sports betting and gaming operator MaxBet for €141 million. #gamblingtwitter #gamblingnews #iGaming #gambling #news https://t.co/FIVAbGNPLr

Joseph Skelker
Joseph Skelker @JosephSkel4895
27 Sep 23

The ongoing legal dispute over sports betting in Florida looks set to continue for the foreseeable future. #gamblingtwitter #gamblingnews #iGaming #gambling #news https://t.co/smovKPP7kY

Joseph Skelker
Joseph Skelker @JosephSkel4895
27 Sep 23

Everi Payments Inc., a subsidiary of Everi Holdings Inc., has enjoyed an important victory in US court. #gamblingtwitter #gamblingnews #iGaming #gambling #news https://t.co/LepNOUeYhk