Business
May 2, 2024
NGCB Backs Entain and Accel for Full License Despite Past Challenges
Two leading gaming companies were recommended for full licenses in Nevada, amid their ongoing efforts toward compliance, dedication to strictly following the gambling regulations and effectively collaborating with gambling regulators. Although the two companies, Entain and Accel Entertainment, were previously under scrutiny due to issues related to compliance, both secured a recommendation for a full […]
Industry
May 1, 2024
UKGC Unveils Extensive Changes to Enhance Safety and Consumer Choice
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has announced widespread changes to bolster safety measures and enhance consumer choice in the gambling sector. These changes, aligned with the government’s white paper on gambling reform for the digital age, will be implemented in four stages between August 2024 and February 2025. New Features Prioritize Gambling Harm Prevention Among […]
Business
May 1, 2024
Lottomatica Posts Strong Q1 Results, Updates Guidance after SKS365 Takeover
The leading operator with a strong presence in Italy and across Europe, Lottomatica, released its latest financial update, uncovering details about its performance for the first quarter of this year. On Tuesday, the company disclosed details regarding its latest interim financial report, covering the three months ended March 31, 2024. In the first quarter of […]
Casino
May 1, 2024
Catalan Parties Fail to Reach a Consensus on the Hard Rock Casino Project
The Catalan parliament continues to discuss the Hard Rock casino plans over ten years after the project was announced. Parties are yet to reach a consensus on the matter, the Catalan News reported. The Hard Rock casino project envisions the construction of a casino-hotel complex in Vila-seca and Salou, Tarragona, in the vicinity of the […]
Industry
May 1, 2024
Texans Favor Destination Resort Casino Legislation, Survey Reveals
Texas is among the states where lawmakers are currently attempting to expand gambling activities. The gambling expansion has become a hot topic in the state, where legislators are considering efforts toward the development of destination resort casinos, as well as the legalization of sports betting. Now, the results of a new study reaffirm that an […]
Industry
May 1, 2024
American Gaming Association Highlights Industry Outlook and Challenges
The United States gambling industry association, the American Gaming Association (AGA), released its latest Gaming Industry Outlook, disclosing a number of insights and details regarding the current business environment and the potential outlook for the sector in the country. The Association disclosed details regarding its latest report Tuesday, revealing that nearly all of the gaming […]
Legal
May 1, 2024
Nevada Gaming Regulator Pursues Legal Action Against Former Casino Exec
The Nevada Gaming Control Board has lodged a formal complaint against Scott Sibella, a former high-ranking executive in the casino industry. This action, coming four months after Sibella’s admission of guilt for breaching anti-money laundering protocols, adds another layer to the ongoing saga of regulatory scrutiny. Legal Troubles Mount for Former President of Resorts World […]
Legal
April 30, 2024
Uzbekistan to Legalize Gambling, Lotteries and Sports Betting
Starting 1 January 2025, Uzbekistan will witness a milestone shift in its gaming and betting landscape as it legalizes online gambling, lotteries, and sports betting. This move, introduced by a presidential decree, aims to regulate these activities, combat illegal operators, and generate revenue for the state while protecting consumers from gambling harm. Initial Plans Seem […]
Business
April 30, 2024
Billionaire Barry Diller Granted Another Chance for Nevada Casino License
Media mogul Barry Diller, known for his prominent role in the entertainment industry, will have another opportunity to secure a full gaming license in Nevada. The decision comes as the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) voted to reconsider Diller’s application, marking a significant development in his pursuit of entering the casino industry. The Billionaire Faced […]
Casino
April 30, 2024
Caesars Turns to Seasoned Veteran as New Member of Board of Directors
Kim Harris Jones is joining the company’s Board of Directors effective from April 29, but still subject to customary regulatory requirements, and she is touted for her in-depth understanding of leadership and steering businesses towards long-term goals. Influential Leader Joins as 10th Caesars Board Member She brings a deep understanding of finance as well as […]
