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Melanie Porter
EditorAfter finishing her master's in publishing and writing, Melanie began her career as an online editor for a large gaming blog and has now transitioned over towards the iGaming industry. She helps to ensure that our news pieces are written to the highest standard possible under the guidance of senior management.
Industry
March 6, 2023
Gambling Operators Show Support For Embrace Equity 2023
Just ahead of this year’s International Women’s Day on 8 March, the gambling industry led by the All-in Diversity and Square in the Air projects has once again shown its support for this year’s campaign dedicated to celebrating women in the gaming industry all around the world. Continuing Last Year’s Successful Collaboration The All-in Diversity […]
Industry
March 6, 2023
Odds On Compliance Launches Licensing Portal to Help Affiliates
The technology and consultancy company that focuses on sports betting, online gaming, gambling compliance and regulatory frameworks will assist affiliate marketers eager to penetrate the US market through its newly released licensing tool launched in the beta stage. More Streamlined Licensing Processes for Affiliates By using Odds On Compliance’s fresh Marketing Affiliate Licensing Portal, iGaming […]
Legal
March 3, 2023
House Committee Clears Bill That Would Legalize Sports Betting in Oklahoma
In February, Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City filed House Bill 1027, bringing sports aficionados and gamblers from Oklahoma one step closer to finally seeing sports betting legalized in the Sooner State. After the legislation went through a smooth review from a friendly committee that was chaired by Luttrell, KOKO-TV announces that the House Committee on […]
Legal
March 3, 2023
Kentucky Clears House Bill Banning Video Game Machines with Cash Payouts
According to the Louisville Courier Journal, Rep. Killian Timoney’s House Bill (HB) 594 that would ban “gray” gaming machines in the Bluegrass State passed through a House committee with 13 “yes” votes and 7 “no” votes on Thursday evening. At the end of an hour-long, heated debate that reunited fervent members of the Kentuckians Against […]
Legal
March 3, 2023
Georgia Senate Says “No” to Gambling Bill 57 with 37 Votes Against
As usual, at the start of the year, the newly opened legislative session in Georgia was expected to witness new attempts to legalize sports betting in the state, in spite of the ongoing opposition of anti-gambling groups. Accordingly, in mid-February, Senate Bill 57 was brought up for discussion by Sen. Billy Hickman. As anticipated by […]
Industry
March 2, 2023
Miami Mayor Warns about Federal Rule That May Allow New Tribal Casinos
In the proposal letter that he sent to the US Department of the Interior, Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber told the Bureau of Indian Affairs that its proposed rule to allow Indian tribes to purchase off-reservation land is likely to ease and speed up the construction of off-reservation Indian gaming casinos. As explained by mayor […]
Poker
March 2, 2023
888poker Makes Record Refund in 2022 to over 6000 Players
888poker has announced that the money was recovered from players’ accounts that had been found to violate the company’s fair gaming policy. The Fight Against Unfair Gaming Advantages Carries On When commenting about the news, 888 Holdings’ online poker network also spoke about their ongoing battle against the rising issue of bots, real-time advisors, and […]
Slots
March 2, 2023
Play’n GO Expands Greek Mythology Series with Pandora’s Box of Evil
The 2005-launched supplier of online slots has freshened up its unmatched portfolio of games offered to regulated operators in more than 25 global jurisdictions with the new 5×3 game that tells the fascinating tale of Pandora. The game joins other popular Greek Mythology games released by Play’n GO, including Rise of Olympus, Gates of Troy, and […]
Casino
March 1, 2023
Baha Mar Casino Updates Slots Products with QCI Platform
The new partnership inked between Baha Mar Casino, the largest and most luxurious casino in the Caribbean and San Diego-based Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI) started on February 21, 2023. Baha Mar Casino Hitting the Refresh Button on Its Slots According to the terms of the agreement, the casino’s current slot games will go through an […]
Casino
March 1, 2023
MGM Resorts, BetMGM & Everi Launch Omnichannel Slot MGM Riches
Using their powerful synergy, the S&P 500 global gaming and entertainment company and the leading sports betting and iGaming operator have created a unique slot experience for US players. Called MGM Riches, the slot game will enable players to engage in both online gameplay using BetMGM‘s iCasino platform available in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan, […]
