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Industry
June 5
LeoVegas Group Expands with Three New Swedish Software Licenses
Acquiring three new licenses to offer gaming software in Sweden marks a significant milestone for LeoVegas, providing a solid foundation for the company’s continued growth in the region. Receiving approval from the notoriously strict Swedish Gambling Authority reflects the company’s commitment to quality and player safety. LeoVegas’ focus on European expansion will be vital in […]
Legal
June 5
KSA Fines €400K Bingoal for Advertising Messages ‘Aimed at’ Young Adults
The gaming regulator in the Netherlands, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), slapped Bingoal with a €400,000 ($428,000) fine for targeting young adults with advertising messages. Targeting Young Adults The hefty financial sanction dished out to Bingoal is the fifth slapped by the KSA on gambling operators under the same investigation for violations of the regulations prohibiting games […]
Industry
June 5
IGT Forms a New 10-Year Wheel of Fortune Alliance with Sony
International Game Technology, a world-class gambling manufacturer, announced a 10-year licensing deal with Sony Pictures Television. Under the agreement, IGT will have access to the acclaimed Wheel of Fortune brand for gaming, iGaming, lottery and iLottery purposes. In addition, IGT will now be able to distribute Wheel of Fortune content for free-to-play social casinos. Scheduled […]
Business
June 5
Casumo Selects Janice Duncan for Group Chief Financial Officer
The leading Maltese online casino, Casumo, strengthened its senior-level team by hiring Janice Duncan, a proven industry expert with a track record within the gambling vertical. Joining the company, she was appointed to the role of group chief financial officer (CFO). As a part of Casumo’s C-suite, Duncan joins a team under the leadership of […]
Legal
June 5
Court in Norway Rejects Appeal by Kindred-Owned Trannel
Operating within different gambling markets requires licenses, especially on the Old Continent. With one of the strictest gambling-related laws, Norway’s market is closely monitored by local authorities. Back in 2019, the country’s Lottery Authority, Lottstift, urged Trannel International Limited, a company owned by one of the biggest gambling operators in the world, Kindred Group, to […]
Sports
June 5
Fiorentina vs West Ham 2023 Europa Conference League Odds, Time, and Prediction
Neither Fiorentina nor West Ham managed to qualify for continental competitions via the domestic league, but the winner of the Europa Conference League Final will book the ticket to the 2023-24 Europa League. That’s just one on a long list of reasons why both teams are going to go all-in on Wednesday in Prague. Fiorentina […]
Legal
June 5
TopSport Slammed with a Fine over Underage Gambling
TopSport has once again found itself in hot water after breaching the Lithuanian regulations regarding underage gambling. As reported by iGaming Business, the operator was slammed with a fine after allowing an underage customer at one of its slot salons. The Lithuanian Gambling Supervisory Authority investigated the matter and found that the minor had entered […]
Casino
June 5
Nassau Citizens Rally against Vegas Sands’ Plea for Tax Exemptions
This clash between corporate interests and community welfare only compounds the growing controversy surrounding the project as more organizations raise concerns regarding the planned Nassau casino’s social impact. The civic organization protested Las Vegas Sands Corporation’s request for tax breaks, accusing the company of undermining the principles of fair taxation and potentially depriving the local […]
Legal
June 5
ILGA Pondering Early Venue Closure to Prevent Problem Gambling
In February, the Liberal and Nationals New South Wales (NSW) government began paying more attention to poker machines spread throughout the state, taking into consideration a fully cashless strategy which had already received support from the NSW Police Commissioner in December 2022, and higher limitations on the use of the machines, as well as their […]
Business
June 5
Casumo Selects Janice Duncan for Group Chief Financial Officer
The leading Maltese online casino, Casumo, strengthened its senior-level team by hiring Janice Duncan, a proven industry expert with a track record within the gambling vertical. Joining the company, she was appointed to the role of group chief financial officer (CFO). As a part of Casumo’s C-suite, Duncan joins a team under the leadership of […]
Business
June 5
Craig Billings Remains at Wynn Resorts’ Helm through 2027
In February last year, Craig Billings replaced Matt Maddox for the role of chief executive officer (CEO) of the gaming and entertainment giant, Wynn Resorts. Overall, Billings was a part of the company for more than six years and has previously held the role of chief executive officer of Wynn Interactive. Before being appointed as […]
Business
June 2
Sports Betting Handle Plummets in Ohio for April to $521M
The sports betting regulator in Ohio, the Ohio Casino Control Commission, has announced its latest report, revealing data regarding the performance of licensed mobile and retail sports betting operators in the state. The report unveils the figures for April, showing a drastic decrease in the betting handle when compared to a month earlier. The new […]
Business
June 5
Koin Payments Ushers In Cashless Gaming in Northern Nevada with Baldini’s Casino
The partnership makes the casino the first property to implement Koin Payments’ cashless solution in the region and offer an improved wagering experience that is based on the latest trends in the industry. Northern Nevada Rolls Out First Cashless Casino Technology Adopting cashless has long been seen as a controversial decision for various reasons – […]
Business
June 2
Soft2Bet Inks New Content Partnership with RAW Arena
The provider of innovative content for the online gambling vertical, RAW Group, announced that RAW Arena, its aggregation business unit, forged a new partnership with the leading iGaming software, content, solutions and affiliate platform provider, Soft2Bet. Under the terms of the recent deal, RAW Arena agreed to deliver games from RAW iGaming, effectively expanding the […]
Business
June 2
Codere Posts Stellar 2023 Start with Q1 Revenue up by 19%
Globally recognized gambling operator Grupo Codere published its latest trading update, outlining details regarding the company’s performance for the first quarter of 2023. On Friday, the company released its latest report, revealing that its total revenue in Q1 2023 hit €350 million ($375.5 million). This result, when compared to the corresponding period in 2022, marked […]
Business
June 2
Resorts World Sentosa’s Deputy CEO Lam Yi Young Resigns
While the company did not provide any official insights into the arguments for why Lam Yi Young decided to resign, the former CEO took to his LinkedIn account to offer a comprehensive explanation. Pursuing Other Interests Under the #TakingABreak tag, Young explained that he took a three-month break from his full-time work obligations at Resorts […]
Business
June 2
BoyleSports Forays into Stevenage with a New Shop
BoyleSports, an Irish gambling company, has unveiled a new shop in the United Kingdom. The bookmaker’s new location is in Stevenage Old Town, allowing locals to play many exciting gambling games. The announcement was made by Dan Robinson, BoyleSports’ retail machine manager, who was excited about the opening. The manager used the opportunity to highlight […]
Business
June 2
Nevada Revenue Records Modest April Growth
The gambling capital of the United States reported a 2.7% year-on-year increase in gambling revenue for April 2023. This positive result reflects the resilience and recovery of Nevada’s gambling industry despite ongoing challenges. However, lacking momentum means that the state’s winning streak may be nearing its end. Slots and Sports Betting Spearheaded Growth April marked […]
Legal
June 5
KSA Fines €400K Bingoal for Advertising Messages ‘Aimed at’ Young Adults
The gaming regulator in the Netherlands, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), slapped Bingoal with a €400,000 ($428,000) fine for targeting young adults with advertising messages. Targeting Young Adults The hefty financial sanction dished out to Bingoal is the fifth slapped by the KSA on gambling operators under the same investigation for violations of the regulations prohibiting games […]
Legal
June 5
Court in Norway Rejects Appeal by Kindred-Owned Trannel
Operating within different gambling markets requires licenses, especially on the Old Continent. With one of the strictest gambling-related laws, Norway’s market is closely monitored by local authorities. Back in 2019, the country’s Lottery Authority, Lottstift, urged Trannel International Limited, a company owned by one of the biggest gambling operators in the world, Kindred Group, to […]
Legal
June 2
NGCB Puts an End to a Dice Sliding Scheme in Las Vegas
Nobody likes a cheater, especially casinos. There are different schemes that cheaters can attempt to use to better their odds at gambling venues such as counting cards, manipulating gaming devices or sliding dice. But such actions can have dire consequences for the ones caught who can be subject to criminal charges resulting in fines or […]
Legal
June 5
TopSport Slammed with a Fine over Underage Gambling
TopSport has once again found itself in hot water after breaching the Lithuanian regulations regarding underage gambling. As reported by iGaming Business, the operator was slammed with a fine after allowing an underage customer at one of its slot salons. The Lithuanian Gambling Supervisory Authority investigated the matter and found that the minor had entered […]
Legal
June 1
Tennessee Signs Betting Handle Tax Bill into Law
Taxing a betting handle rather than gambling revenue isn’t a new concept. In the US, different states such as Minnesota and Kentucky, have previously filed such proposals that haven’t seen much success. Yet, against all odds, a bill proposing exactly that form of tax gained traction in Tennessee. Back in April, Senate Bill 475 (SB […]
Legal
June 5
ILGA Pondering Early Venue Closure to Prevent Problem Gambling
In February, the Liberal and Nationals New South Wales (NSW) government began paying more attention to poker machines spread throughout the state, taking into consideration a fully cashless strategy which had already received support from the NSW Police Commissioner in December 2022, and higher limitations on the use of the machines, as well as their […]
Legal
June 1
NC Senate Pushes Sports Betting Legalization One Step Closer
Sports betting legalization in North Carolina is likely to come in 2024 after the state Senate passed the bill authorizing online wagering on professional and college sports, horse racing and other sports, as well as in-person sports betting at certain retail venues. Eight Licenses Tied to Retail Venues House Bill 347 was passed on its […]
Legal
June 2
Chile Advances Online Gambling Bill
Chile advanced a new online betting bill that will change how the vertical is regulated. The measure was first introduced in March last year but was stuck in limbo until now. While the bill will still need additional approvals, its advancement was praised by the gambling industry. As of the time of this writing, the […]
Legal
June 1
Bloomberry Resorts Cleared in US Court, Bangladesh Bank Complaint Dismissed
The company, which operates Manila’s Solaire Resort Entertainment City, was sued by Bangladesh Bank over data breaches, with the defendant now getting a second favorable decision by the Appellate Division of the New York Supreme Court. Second Court Sides with Bloomberry Resorts This decision aligns with a previous ruling by the Supreme Court to strike […]
Sports
June 5
Fiorentina vs West Ham 2023 Europa Conference League Odds, Time, and Prediction
Neither Fiorentina nor West Ham managed to qualify for continental competitions via the domestic league, but the winner of the Europa Conference League Final will book the ticket to the 2023-24 Europa League. That’s just one on a long list of reasons why both teams are going to go all-in on Wednesday in Prague. Fiorentina […]
Sports
June 5
DAZN Pens DACH Broadcast Deal with DP World Tour
The DP World Tour has unveiled a new broadcast deal with DAZN, providing the sports media giant with distribution rights for the DACH (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) region. As a result, sports fans can expect to see all games from the DP World Tour in the region on DAZN. Not only will the media giant […]
Sports
June 5
Gaming Analyst Predicts MGM to Benefit from Las Vegas Baseball Stadium
Earlier this year, Oakland Athletics, the famous American professional baseball team based in Oakland, California, unveiled an ambitious plan to bring Major League Baseball (MLB) action to Las Vegas via a new stadium. The stadium, which is expected to offer 30,000 seats and has a price tag of some $1.5 billion is planned to be […]
Sports
June 5
Denver Nuggets vs Miami Heat Game 3 Odds, Time, and Prediction
The Denver Nuggets lost their first home game in the postseason last weekend. Now, they’re traveling to Florida where they’ll try to make it 2-1 on Wednesday. Oddsmakers think they’re gonna pull it off. Are they right? Denver Nuggets vs Miami Heat Odds Spread Odds Denver Nugget -2.5 -110 Miami Heat +2.5 -110 Moneyline Odds […]
Sports
June 5
FTF Combats Online Hate against Athletes with Bodyguard.ai Software
In a groundbreaking move to address the growing issue of social media abuse and hate directed towards tennis players, the French Tennis Federation (FTF) has partnered with Bodyguard.ai to provide players with an artificial intelligence (AI) software solution. The software aims to block negative comments and protect athletes from death threats and other forms of […]
Sports
June 5
Amanda Nunes vs. Irene Aldana UFC 289 Odds, Time, and Prediction
Amanda Nunes is a double champion who was supposed to defend her UFC Women’s Bantamweight title against her archnemesis Juliana Pena, but “The Venezuelan Vixen” had to pull out because of an injury. Irene Aldana stepped in as her replacement and is determined to cause a sensation on Saturday. Amanda Nunes vs. Irene Aldana Odds […]
Sports
June 5
Churchill Downs Suspends Racing Operations and Relocates Spring Meet
The renowned racetrack and home of the Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs, has made the difficult decision to suspend racing operations following a distressing series of horse fatalities. Churchill Downs Takes Precautionary Measures Following Horse Fatalities In response to the tragic incidents, Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) announced on June 2 that it would be suspending racing […]
Sports
June 5
BHA Condemns Dangerous and Reckless Behavior by Protestors
For decades animal rights groups have voiced their concerns against thoroughbred, as well as greyhound racing. Within live events in particular, there’s always the danger of protestors impacting a race by going on the racetrack, throwing objects, or engaging in other activities that may threaten the lives of jockeys or even the animals racing. Only […]
Sports
June 2
Gambling Problems and Harassment Endanger Student Athletes, UCLA Says
Dr Timothy Fong, a member of the UCLA Gambling Studies Program, spoke about the impact of problem gambling on student-athletes during the UNLV Conference on Gambling and Risk Taking. As reported by SBCAmericas, he also talked about how the harassment players receive from bettors can undermine their performance. Students are considered to be high-risk gamblers. […]
Industry
June 5
LeoVegas Group Expands with Three New Swedish Software Licenses
Acquiring three new licenses to offer gaming software in Sweden marks a significant milestone for LeoVegas, providing a solid foundation for the company’s continued growth in the region. Receiving approval from the notoriously strict Swedish Gambling Authority reflects the company’s commitment to quality and player safety. LeoVegas’ focus on European expansion will be vital in […]
Industry
June 5
IGT Forms a New 10-Year Wheel of Fortune Alliance with Sony
International Game Technology, a world-class gambling manufacturer, announced a 10-year licensing deal with Sony Pictures Television. Under the agreement, IGT will have access to the acclaimed Wheel of Fortune brand for gaming, iGaming, lottery and iLottery purposes. In addition, IGT will now be able to distribute Wheel of Fortune content for free-to-play social casinos. Scheduled […]
Industry
June 2
Hard Rock and Halsey Team Up for Pride Month
Hard Rock International has launched a new Pride Month campaign, promising a variety of merchandise and activations for LGBT+ people and their supporters. Titled “LOVE OUT LOUD,” the campaign encourages people to be confident in who they are and who they love. Through its activations, the bar and casino chain will support love in all […]
Industry
June 5
Apparat Gaming Launches Video Slots in Switzerland with Swiss4Win
Apparat Gaming, a company describing itself as a “developer of slots with a German accent,” has unveiled a new content agreement with Casinò Lugano’s iGaming brand in Switzerland. As agreed, Apparat will leverage Pariplay’s aggregation platform to supply the operator with games. Thanks to the deal, a selection of premium and distinctly-German games will become […]
Industry
June 2
Over 780,000 Maryland Car Plates Link to a Philippine Casino
Hundreds of thousands of drivers in Maryland bear registration plates with a link to what seems to be a site commemorating the War of 1812. However, locals found out that the link is related to an offshore casino. About 15% of all registered vehicles (around 798,000) in the state bear plates that commemorate the war. […]
Industry
June 5
PAGCOR Slams Illegal Gambling in the Wake of Maryland License Plate Scandal
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has addressed a recent issue related to a problematic Philippine gambling website that appears on car license plates in Maryland. The site in question is www.starsprangled200.org and was originally a site belonging to a non-profit organization that commemorated 200 years from the War of 1812. At that time, […]
Industry
June 2
Norsk Tipping Caps Loss Limit for Players Ages 20 and Under
Last month, the government-owned gambling operator located in Norway announced that it had raised close to $24 million for good causes from January to April thanks to its Grassroots Share (Grasrotandelen) program. The latter directs 7% of all bets made by gamblers toward charity organizations picked by players themselves. In September 2022, the operator announced […]
Industry
June 5
Electronic Pull Tab Restrictions in Minnesota May Impact Businesses, Charities
Over the last 10 years, the popularity of electronic pull tabs in Minnesota has been growing continuously. Initially, this form of gambling entertainment was introduced back in 2012 as lawmakers sought to find a way to pay for the Minnesota Vikings’ stadium, a massive project that surpassed a billion dollars. Once the stadium was paid […]
Industry
June 2
Aristocrat’s CEO Speaks about the Gaming Industry’s Resilience
Hector Fernandez, the chief executive officer of Aristocrat Gaming, spoke with CNBC about the future of the gambling industry and the resilience of gaming. He highlighted that the industry has demonstrated its strength time and time again, surviving periods of economic difficulties and financial unrest. While macroeconomic conditions do have some effect on gaming, the […]
Slots
June 1
Play’n GO Releases Viking Runecraft Apocalypse, Sequel to Viking Runecraft
Featuring higher wins and a selection of excellent features meant to keep players on their toes during their fights against Loki on their way to conquer Asgard, the sequel to Play’n GO’s original slot has a lot to offer to fans of the genre. The 2005-founded studio that won Game Studio of the Year at […]
Slots
May 31
Push Gaming Releases Roman-Themed Slot 10 Swords
Push Gaming, a provider famous around the globe for its engaging casino-style games, expanded its offering by delivering a new slot title called 10 Swords. The new game invites the players to a historically inspired adventure back in the days of the glorious Roman Empire. The 5×3 slot game offers 20 paylines and features a […]
Slots
May 25
Blueprint Gaming Confirms King Kong Returns in a New Slot
The famous provider of gambling games that is also a part of Germany’s Gauselmann Group, Blueprint Gaming, announced the release of a new game, featuring one of its most beloved characters. On Thursday, the company confirmed the launch of King Kong Cash Go Bananas Jackpot King, a new slot game that invites players on a […]
Slots
May 30
Greentube Launches Cyber Wildz with Multiplier Wilds and Bonus Buy
Greentube, NOVOMATIC Digital Gaming and Entertainment’s division busy delivering safe casino entertainment to global players, has sent out invitations to an exciting trip with a dystopian realm as a final destination. Cyber Wildz is just the freshest release from the full-service provider in the online and mobile gaming industry. At the end of April, the […]
Slots
May 18
3 Oaks Releases More Magic Apple, a New Hold and Win Game
A brand new 3 Oaks Gaming title has hit the market. The distinguished distributor, which is also behind titles such as Dragon Wealth, just announced the expansion of its beloved Hold and Win series with a new fairytale-themed slot game called More Magic Apple. More Magic Apple Metrics A New Addition to the Magic Apple […]
Slots
May 30
Yggdrasil Releases Ragnawolves WildEnergy Offering New GEM
The provider of popular games for the online gambling industry, Yggdrasil, announced the release of a new mythological-themed slot game called Ragnawolves WildEnergy. The leading iGaming publisher unveiled details regarding the latest slot addition on Tuesday. The new slot brings the company’s new Game Engagement Mechanic (GEM). Yggdrasil’s Ragnawolves WildEnergy slot features a Norse mythology-inspired […]
Slots
May 17
Evoplay Launches Irish Weekend Bonus Buy with Free Spins & Ultra Spins Bonus
The award-winning iGaming studio that specializes in video slots, table, classic and instant games has added a fresh Irish folklore-themed game to its portfolio of premium slots. Irish Weekend Bonus Buy is a 4×5 slot that focuses on Mr. Ginger, the red-headed leprechaun who lives in a fairyland with water ponds packed with goldfish. As […]
Slots
May 29
MGA Games Releases 777 Caliente Megaways Slot Game
The popular provider of games for the online gambling industry, MGA Games, announced the launch of a new slot game featuring its popular Megaways mechanic called 777 Caliente Megaways. The brand-new slot game invites the players on an adventure to the underworld where they are accompanied by two friends, an imp and a devil. The […]
Slots
May 16
Yggdrasil’s Barbarossa DoubleMax Offers a Pirate’s Adventure
The leading publisher of innovative online gambling games, Yggdrasil, announced the release of a new slot game introduced in collaboration with Peter & Sons, the unique game development studio. The new slot game called Barbarossa DoubleMax, takes the players on a pirate’s adventure at sea. The game offers quality graphics and uses symbols that include […]
Blockchain
May 17
UK Treasury Committee Seeks to Categorize Crypto Trading as Gambling
Certain MPs in the UK seek to categorize crypto trading as a form of gambling and regulate it appropriately. Currently, the sector is considered a financial service but the Treasury Committee believes that it is more akin to gambling in many aspects. MPs noted that cryptocurrency trading can be just as addictive as gambling. Furthermore, […]
Blockchain
May 5
Bitblox Confirms Focus on Crypto Gambling Games
Bitblox Games will now be building dedicated crypto games based on the Hxro Network, which is a Solana-powered distributed liquidity layer designed for the needs of betting applications. Crypto Games May Finally Arrive in Online Gambling The company is happy to have confirmed that it will be ramping up its efforts in the delivery of […]
Blockchain
April 13
Warren Buffett Maintains His Hardline Stance Against Cryptocurrencies
Warren Buffett, the billionaire CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has long been known for his skepticism of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. In a recent interview with CNBC, Buffett reiterated his long-held view that cryptocurrency had no intrinsic value and was a speculative asset prone to extreme price swings. He warned investors to stay away, noting that […]
Blockchain
May 2
Crypto Platform Diverted $9.6M to Gambling Sites in BC
The crypto trading platform is said to have been misleading its customers by feeding them a false narrative about investment and storing private funds securely. In reality, argues the BC Securities Commission, the platform has been diverting money to gambling websites. False Pretenses, Very Real Consumer Pain ezBtc is alleged to have kept the ruse […]
Blockchain
April 3
Rollbit Assures Concerned Fans Its License Is Not in Trouble
Rollbit, an online operator that claims to be “crypto’s most innovative casino,” addressed its community’s concerns regarding its license status. The company vowed to continue maintaining transparency regarding the matter. Rollbit noted that its license is currently in its annual renewal period. The company pointed out that this is a completely standard procedure for all […]
Blockchain
April 25
John Oliver Compares Crypto to Casino and Ponzi Scheme
John Oliver’s remarks come at a time when the US Securities and Exchange Commission is looking to regulate crypto through a new proposed framework that will be deployed over the next 90 days. This has already scared investors, with companies such as Coinbase threatening to exit the market and entrepreneurs such as Chamath Palihapitiya describing […]
Blockchain
April 3
Beaxy Founder Faces Charges of Gambling with Investor Funds
Hamazaspyan, who founded Beaxy, is also accused of having gambled with investor funds. The exchange wound down operations last week, citing an “uncertain regulatory environment” as the reason why. Misappropriated Funds and Unlicensed Operations The SEC argues that Hamazaspyan has raised $8 million from BXY, the cryptocurrency exchange’s native token, and used at least $900,000 […]
Blockchain
April 24
DaapGambl Says 37% of TikTok Crypto Investment Videos Misleading
At least 37% of all videos surveyed by daapGambl were misleading, the company alleges in a new study published on its website. The company analyzed 1,161 videos that used the “#cryptok” hashtag and posted crypto-related content to discover that the majority of those accounts were sharing misleading or erroneous information. Half of TikTok Creators Affiliated […]
Blockchain
March 27
BetDEX Adds IPL Markets to Platform, Launches Giveaway
BetDEX, a Web3 sports betting exchange founded by an ex-FanDuel CEO, has expanded its content offering. As announced by the exchange, Indian Premier League markets will now be available to its player. The decentralized exchange currently offers betting products for many popular leagues, such as American football and basketball. While the platform is still young, […]
Insider
May 22
Danish Gambling Authority Putting The Oversight Back In Regulation
An April 2022 review of the policies and procedures around safer gambling turned up a list of concerning trends that regulators have since been working hard to address. By and large, operators were found to be lacking in their overall efforts to protect their customers from gambling-related harm. The subsequent crackdown on behavior sets a […]
Insider
May 17
PASPA Repeal: Five Observations of the Market Evolution
Since PASPA was repealed on May 14 2018, sports betting has been legalised in more than 30 states and iGaming in six, with the industry now firmly establishing itself in the US. The evolution of the sector over the last five years has been exhilarating as the market takes shape across numerous states. We spoke […]
Insider
April 12
SG:certified Vanessa Simpson: “Don’t Get Fined”
The regulator fined William Hill more than £19 million, the stiffest fine it has ever imposed on an operator. According to officials, William Hill was found to have a series of recurring failures around safer gambling and anti-money laundering practices which the company says it has since addressed. William Hill’s failings were so “widespread and […]
Insider
May 11
VIXIO’s Joe Ewens: “The White Paper is the Latest Development in a Story of Tightening Regulation”
Joe explains how the proposed changes and following consultations could affect industry stakeholders and the reception among gambling reform campaigners. He argues that the bottled-up introduction of important changes, such as affordability checks, stake limits and a statutory levy, will result in increased costs for operators as they face sterner scrutiny and are urged to […]
Insider
March 22
Gaming Realms’ CEO Mark Segal: “Beyond Slingo and Beyond Europe, Gaming Realms Is Set to Lead the Way”
Segal is a well-rounded industry veteran who has spent most of his career at Gaming Realms. He started as Chief Financial Officer in May 2013 and stayed in the role until his promotion to Chief Executive Officer in February 2023. Gaming Realms has been expanding rapidly, partnering with operators all over Europe and beyond, including […]
Insider
May 11
Using SG:certified to Facilitate Collaborative Sustainability in the Gambling Industry
While notable strides have been made in recent years, regulators can still struggle to keep up with all of the latest developments in the global industry. As a result, operators have sometimes been able to circumvent the regulations and exploit loopholes in the law, leaving customers vulnerable to unethical or fraudulent practices. Even when regulators […]
Insider
March 20
Svend Aage Kirk: “Protecting Customers Requires a More Diligent Effort From the Operators Themselves”
More than 30 individual US markets combined to generate nearly $100 billion in total wagers for the 2022 calendar year, yielding more than $7.5 billion in revenue for operators. And a measurable increase in problem gambling. While legalization and regulation have provided a new layer of protection for bettors, they’ve also brought increased exposure to […]
Insider
April 13
The Experts That Wagered on Ontario Now Weigh Its Impact
With predictions of it becoming one of the largest online gaming marketplaces in the next three years, we spoke to Antonino Barra (AB), Head of Sales at Altenar, John-Paul Rowland (JPR), VP Europe, Asia & Americas at BetGames and Nadiya Attard (NA), CCO at Relax Gaming about the impact Ontario will generate. What has made […]
Insider
March 15
Web3 and iGaming – The Future?
With this in mind, what opportunities are there for the betting and gaming industry to become involved with what is being billed as the future of the internet? We spoke to several industry executives, to wit Dmitry Starostenkov, CEO of EvenBet Gaming, Daniel Heywood, CEO of NuxGame, and Suren Khachatryan, founder and CEO at Technamin […]
Poker
June 2
Tom Dwan Wins $3.1M Poker Hand During Live Broadcast
The 36-year-old poker legend has had it rough, working at McDonald’s before he discovered his passion for poker and turned it into a lifestyle. His biggest achievement to date, though, is the big hand he secured earlier this week at Hustler Casino Live’s Million Dollar Game, which was streamed in real time and immortalized Dwan’s […]
Poker
May 25
PokerStars’ New YouTube Show Unites Poker and Racing Enthusiasts
The series builds upon PokerStars’ partnership with the Oracle Red Bull Racing team and will highlight the similarities between motor racing and poker play. By targeting fans of both sports, the company will showcase the shared values and skills that connect these two communities. ‘Between the Lines’ will feature four episodes, combining insightful interviews, thrilling […]
Poker
May 22
PokerGO, Gala Games to Launch Web3 Social Poker Game, PokerGO Play
The new game, PokerGO Play, will bring the best of both worlds, with PokerGO one of the world’s leading online poker companies and Gala Games an established heavyweight in the development of social and web3 experiences. New Social Experience to Bring Poker to Players Thanks to PokerGO Play, players will have access to a state-of-the-art […]
Poker
May 25
Maverick Games Debuts Ambitious Poker Software
The company has confirmed the arrival of its newest solution that will focus on the vertical and dubbing it a “game-changer” right out the door. According to Maverick Games, this client will offer a 70% rakeback promotion upon signing up and depositing for the first time. Bringing One of the Biggest Rake in Crypto Poker […]
Poker
May 22
WSOP Confident in Record-Breaking Success of 2023 Edition
The event will try to beat one of its oldest records – the 2006 meet-up – with the 2022 event coming close to improving the 8,773-player record that was established more than a decade ago, not least with the help Chris Moneymaker. Whether the 2006 feat can be repeated is anyone’s guess, but Stewart is […]
Poker
May 24
Playtech Expands Deal with Svenska Spel in Sweden
The fast-growing and globally-recognized gambling technology company, Playtech, announced it strengthened its European presence via a new partnership with the popular Swedish online casino and betting operator, Svenska Spel Sport & Casino. Playtech unveiled details regarding the new collaboration Wednesday and confirmed that the tie-up further expanded the company’s position within the regulated gambling market […]
Poker
May 19
Chris Read Wins Bill Perkins’ $50,000 Overlay Ladies Tournament
Last month, David Hughes, a man who many described as an elderly bearded man, won a ladies’ poker event in Florida. The international poker community was unamused with Hughes’ actions, even if the local rules technically allow men to enter women-only events. As a result, Bill Perkins, a major high-stakes poker player and businessman, hosted […]
Poker
May 23
Pixbet’s Boss Loses $200K in a Triton Poker Tournament
Triton Poker is famous around the world for organizing and televising high-roller poker tournaments that some of the most experienced poker players like to compete in. Earlier this month, Triton Poker confirmed that the experienced high-roller and businessman, Ernildo Santos will represent Brazil in one of the most anticipated and popular poker tournaments at Triton […]
Poker
May 15
Poker Pioneer and Maestro Doyle Brunson Dies at Age of 89
Doyle “Texas Dolly” Brunson has spent most of his life at the green felt, championing the game from the early days when it was stigmatized by malcontents to its glory days when poker suddenly became a legitimate way of earning a living. Dead at the age of 89, Brunson has lived a long and full […]
Casino
June 5
Nassau Citizens Rally against Vegas Sands’ Plea for Tax Exemptions
This clash between corporate interests and community welfare only compounds the growing controversy surrounding the project as more organizations raise concerns regarding the planned Nassau casino’s social impact. The civic organization protested Las Vegas Sands Corporation’s request for tax breaks, accusing the company of undermining the principles of fair taxation and potentially depriving the local […]
Casino
June 5
Las Vegas 11th Worst City for Hotel Services
Sin City has been named the 11th worst city in the United States when it comes to the level of its hotel services. The survey, conducted by Planetware.com with the help of 7.8 million TripAdvisor reviews, aims to give a very rough outline of which cities have to improve. Las Vegas Needs to Up Its […]
Casino
June 2
MGM Resorts Updates Table Games Policies for Las Vegas Casinos
When entering a casino floor, visitors are required to comply with certain regulations. It’s a common rule for casinos around the world to prohibit customers from carrying any type of firearm or weapons such as knives or blades. While some casinos allow taking photos, others have strict rules that prohibit such activities. But given the […]
Casino
June 5
Thailand Potentially Closing in on Establishing First Casino Resorts in 2030
A new report by Bloomberg citing anonymous sources has suggested that a number of prominent operators, among which MGM Resorts International and Galaxy Entertainment, have formed a group that has been advising the government on how to approach the development of a gambling framework that will usher in a new era of casino resorts in […]
Casino
June 2
Caesars Rewards Member Hits First-Ever 88 FORTUNES WAP Jackpot
While engaged in a captivating game of 88 FORTUNES online via the Caesars Sportsbook & Casino mobile app in New Jersey, Stacy M. from Edgewater, New Jersey, won the progressive jackpot that stopped at $308,914.50. “This Can’t Be Real!” It only took Stacy 20 minutes to spin the reels on her $2.64 spin before she […]
Casino
June 5
IGT Reveals New Local Entity to Bolster Footprint in Panama
This comes at a time when the company is embarking on a series of localized expansions in specific markets as it wants to fortify its presence in what it sees as important geolocations and achieve a better presence in those jurisdictions. IGT Commits to Further Growth in Panama and LatAm Apart from focusing on the […]
Casino
June 2
Light & Wonder: Asia Central to Becoming Number One Globally
Light & Wonder will continue to focus on Asian markets in pursuit of its strategic objective of becoming the number one gaming equipment supplier globally, according to the company’s senior vice president and international managing director for EMEA & APAC, Simon Johnson. Johnson pointed out that the strategic goal to become the world’s number one […]
Casino
June 5
Aristocrat Chief Executive Sees Way to Balance Online and Land-Based Operations
Speaking to CNBC, a media news outlet, Aristocrat CEO Hector Fernandez explained that the company’s decision to invest more heavily in the online gaming sector was not necessarily out of a fear that interactive gaming platforms are going to take over the land-based sector. Aristocrat Sees a Dual Future for Online and Land-Based Gambling There […]
Casino
June 1
Macau: Strong May GGR Suggests Industry Recovery Underway
Gaming in Macau continued to recover in May but is still far below the pre-pandemic levels according to the monthly report by the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ). 2023 Upward Industry Trend Continues The agency overseeing the gaming market in the Special Administrative Region (SAR) of China revealed that in May gambling operators registered […]
Lottery
June 5
Experts Warn About Dangerous of Lottery Addictions and Lack of Proper Response
This complacency has bred a dangerous industry in which addiction is harder to detect and its victims – less likely to speak up. Yet, the damage overspending could have on personal lives, relationships, and finances are just as serious. Addressing Gambling Addiction and Its Lottery Roots Speaking to ABC News Live, Tvonia Thomas was one […]
Lottery
June 1
IGT Inks 8-Year iLottery Deal in Connecticut
International Game Technology (IGT), a global leader in gaming tech, announced that its subsidiary, IGT Global Solutions Corporations, has secured a new contract with the Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CLC). Under the eight-year agreement, the supplier will power the lottery with its iLottery gaming system and all related components. The CLC will thus receive access to […]
Lottery
May 16
Lottery Industry Hall of Fame Recognizes IGT’s Keith Cash
Founded in 2005, the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame acknowledges the efforts of people who have done the most to help promote the integrity and excellence of the industry. As with other awards, the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame recognizes annually recipients of the prestigious recognition. Now, the leading gaming company, International Game Technology (IGT), […]
Lottery
May 24
Massachusetts “Discounters” Imprisoned for Running a $20M Lottery Fraud Scheme
According to the US attorney’s office in Boston, Ali Jaafar (63), and his son Yousef Jaafar (29) from Watertown cashed in more than 14,000 winning lottery tickets over the last decade. The duo, who took the role of “10-percenters”, ran a ticket-cashing scheme at an industrial scale. While getting rich on their own, the Jaafars […]
Lottery
May 10
IGT Signs 10-Year Deal with the National Lottery in Malta
The globally-recognized gaming company, International Game Technology (IGT), announced it signed a new major contract for the lottery in Malta. IGT released details regarding the new deal on Wednesday, revealing that its subsidiary, IGT Global Services Limited entered into a new 10-year contract with the new operator of the National Lottery in Malta and IZI […]
Lottery
May 23
UK Lottery Records Stable Growth Ahead of Allwyn’s Impending Takeover
With revenues up across the board, Camelot UK showcased a strong performance and significant contributions to good causes. Despite the company’s limited remaining time as the operator of the National Lottery in the United Kingdom, its success should set an example for Allwyn. The Czech operator will officially take over in early 2024 and has […]
Lottery
May 9
27th Classic Lotto Jackpot of $1.4M in Ohio Yet to Be Claimed
Ever since it officially launched the Classic Lotto game in 2007, the Ohio Lottery has recorded 27 jackpot wins. The last one, which is yet to be claimed, was announced last week, thanks to one lucky ticket bought in Butler County. $1.4 Million Waiting to be Redeemed The fortunate player who made the purchase at […]
Lottery
May 22
IWG, Virginia Lottery Launch eDraw Game Lotto Virginia
Instant Win Gaming (IWG), a top-tier supplier of eInstant games, powering NASPL/WLA-member lotteries with content, has helped the Virginia Lottery introduce a new game. The new title is called Lotto Virginia and is described as the first on-demand, digital-only lottery game with a progressive jackpot in the United States. Lotto Virginia pairs classic lotto mechanics […]
Lottery
May 9
Arkansas Woman Wins $2.34M LOTTO Jackpot
A lucky player has finally claimed the $2,338,000 LOTTO jackpot in Arkansas, 5 News reported. According to the local news outlet, the huge jackpot was claimed by an anonymous woman from Sebastian County. The woman took the $2.3 million home after it had remained unclaimed for a week and a half. The lottery was drawn […]
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What is gambling?
Gambling is the practice of risking money on the outcome of a game such as roulette, slot game, blackjack, or a sport bet in the hopes of winning more money. Gambling carries a significant risk of losing money altogether.
Why do people gamble?
People gamble for fun. Players enjoy spending money on gambling products both for the joy of playing and because they hope to win something back. For a small percentage of players, however, gambling can develop into a serious problem.
Is it legal to gamble at home?
Yes. Gambling from home is legal in most countries, but there are laws and jurisdictions that prohibit such gambling. Gambling from home may refer to online gambling, but it may also refer to the act of hosting gambling games at home for others to attend. While generally legal, you must always check with your local laws.
What are the most popular forms of gambling?
Casino, sports betting, lotteries, poker, and race betting are all popular forms of gambling. They are offered by the same and different brands and cater to different audiences.
How do you gamble?
To gamble, you need to visit a licensed land-based or online venue. You can bet on sports, play casino games, or participate in lotteries if you wish to gamble.
Is gambling an investment?
No, gambling is not an investment in any sense of the word. Most gambling games are designed in such a way that “the house” always have a statistical edge which will let it win in the long-term, no matter what players do. Investment allows you to use your knowledge to make better decision that can lead to profitability unlike gambling.
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