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SportPesa, Kenya’s leading bookmaker before having its license suspended and being forced to abandon operations, has reportedly generated nearly $200 million from bets in May 2019, a recently leaked regulatory paper revealed. Betting Mania An official revenue spreadsheet acquired from an insider from the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB), the gaming regulatory body in […]

SportPesa Generated $200M in May 2019 Bets, Leaked Regulatory Document Revealed

By Fiona Simmons

Sports

Stop Legitimizing Offshore Sports Betting, Says AGA Boss

May 18, 2020

Offshore sportsbooks continue to be mentioned in mainstream media, says AGA chief executive, cautioning mainstream publications to not help blur the lines between legitimate operators and offshore establishments. AGA Chief Executive Calls for Media to Not Legitimize Offshore Bookies The President and Chief Executive Officer of the American Gaming Association (AGA), Bill Miller, made a […]

Stop Legitimizing Offshore Sports Betting, Says AGA Boss

By Fiona Simmons

Legal

Apple and Google Sued by Ubisoft For Distributing Rainbow Six Clone

May 17, 2020

Ubisoft has protested against Ejoy.com’s Area F2, which the company alleges is a clone of its IP, Rainbow Six: Siege. Now the company has filed a complaint against Google and Apple to remove the game from the online stores after the companies first refused. Ubisoft Suing Google and Apple for Distributing a Clone of Rainbow […]

Apple and Google Sued by Ubisoft For Distributing Rainbow Six Clone

By Fiona Simmons

Sports

New Zealand’s Racing Calendar Will Undergo Changes, RITA’s up for the Task

May 16, 2020

The racing calendar in New Zealand will need to go through changes due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in the country. RITA and the industry debate over the changes for the new season. New Zealand’s Racing Calendar Impacted by Coronavirus RITA, which is New Zealand’s Racing Industry Transition Agency, has announced the start of […]

New Zealand’s Racing Calendar Will Undergo Changes, RITA’s up for the Task

By Fiona Simmons

Casino

Massachusetts Regulator Extends Closure, State Casinos to Re-Open Last

May 15, 2020

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission unanimously voted Wednesday to extend casino closures to the three state casinos, pushing a potential re-opening date to June 1, mainly following the guidance from St. Gov. Charlie Baker, but casino operators in Massachusetts may not be in a hurry to re-open for business. Gloomy Picture Ahead Representatives of the three […]

Massachusetts Regulator Extends Closure, State Casinos to Re-Open Last

By Fiona Simmons

Legal

UK Betting and Gaming Council Starts a $12.2 Million Gambling Education Campaign

May 15, 2020

BGC starts a $12.2 million campaign planning to raise awareness about the risk of gambling in young people. GamCare and YGAM will team up in an effort to reach the young population but also educate professionals close to the youth. BGC Starts an Education and Awareness Sessions on Gambling Related Harm UK’s Betting and Gaming […]

UK Betting and Gaming Council Starts a $12.2 Million Gambling Education Campaign

By Fiona Simmons

Casino

Hard Rock International Buys IP Rights for Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas

May 14, 2020

By purchasing the IP rights, HRI will be able to develop, manage or license any Hard Rock-branded casino and IR in Clark County, Nevada. Hard Rock International Enhancing Presence in Las Vegas Yesterday, May 13, Hard Rock International announced the purchase of all IP rights to the Hard Rock brand and trademarks of the company […]

By Fiona Simmons

Casino

Twin River Q1: Results Meaningfully Impacted by Casino Closures

May 13, 2020

Twin River Worldwide Holdings, Inc. issued today its first quarter financial results for 2020, with revenue significantly impacted by the shutdown of operations in mid-March, despite the excellent start of the year. Revenue Pre- and During Closure Revenue for the first two months was up 23.4%, to $90.3 million, as opposed to $73.2 million for […]

Twin River Q1: Results Meaningfully Impacted by Casino Closures

By Fiona Simmons

Press

Genesis Global Adds Push Gaming as Supplier for Flagship Brands

May 12, 2020

Push Gaming continues to expand its list of high-profile iGaming signees with the company now providing titles for Genesis Global’s three flagship brands. Genesis Global Partners up with Push Gaming On May 11, household slot supplier Push Gaming announced an agreement with iGaming specialist Genesis Global. After a planned games integration, which will be carried […]

Genesis Global Adds Push Gaming as Supplier for Flagship Brands

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SportPesa Generated $200M in May 2019 Bets, Leaked Regulatory Document Revealed

Stop Legitimizing Offshore Sports Betting, Says AGA Boss

Apple and Google Sued by Ubisoft For Distributing Rainbow Six Clone

New Zealand’s Racing Calendar Will Undergo Changes, RITA’s up for the Task

Massachusetts Regulator Extends Closure, State Casinos to Re-Open Last

UK Betting and Gaming Council Starts a $12.2 Million Gambling Education Campaign

Hard Rock International Buys IP Rights for Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas

Twin River Q1: Results Meaningfully Impacted by Casino Closures

Genesis Global Adds Push Gaming as Supplier for Flagship Brands