Industry
September 28, 2023
New Coalition to Fight Illegal Gambling and Scams in Southeast Asia
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), an international organization consisting of 10 states in Southeast Asia, received the support of China for a new initiative that seeks to address transnational organized crime groups involved in illegal gambling and scams. The initiative, organized in collaboration with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), […]
Industry
September 27, 2023
Rivalry Corp Launches Innovative Casino Game ‘Cash & Dash’ for Next-Gen Bettors
Prominent sportsbook and iGaming operator Rivalry Corp unveiled a groundbreaking casino title named ‘Cash & Dash.’ Developed in-house by Rivalry’s games team, this innovative offering aims to transform the online casino experience, catering to the next generation of bettors. This newest release perfectly aligns with the operator’s long-term plans and should bolster its impressive momentum. […]
Business
September 27, 2023
Las Vegas Faces Potential Strike as Hospitality Workers Vote on Walkout
Las Vegas, known for its bustling casinos and luxurious hotels, is on the brink of a major labor showdown as thousands of hospitality workers consider the possibility of going on strike. Las Vegas Hospitality Workers Weigh Strike Amid Demands for Fair Compensation On September 26, more than 53,000 members of the Culinary Workers Union, including […]
Business
September 27, 2023
Everi Payments Secures Legal Triumph in Patent Lawsuit
Everi Payments Inc., the financial technology subsidiary of Everi Holdings Inc., a renowned provider of land-based and digital casino gaming content, financial technology, and player loyalty solutions, announced a significant victory in the United States legal arena. This triumph comes in the wake of a protracted patent lawsuit filed by Sightline Payments LLC. Judge Dismisses […]
Business
September 26, 2023
888 Readjusts Senior Leadership Amid Global Business Growth
In mid-September, leading betting and gaming company 888 Holdings announced the appointment of Sean Wilkins as its new chief financial officer, a decision that will go into effect starting February 1, 2024. The month before that, the company made its H1 2023 results public, reporting strong revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth with special emphasis on the […]
Industry
September 26, 2023
NIGC Praises Tribal Casinos for Cybersecurity Measures
In the wake of recent cyberattacks on major commercial casinos, the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) has lauded tribal-owned properties, including those in New York, for their robust cybersecurity measures. National Indian Gaming Commission Employs Strong Cybersecurity Blueprint Drawing parallels to medieval castle defenses, the NIGC outlined its “Defense in Depth” strategy, which encompasses multiple […]
Industry
September 26, 2023
Denmark Introduces Customized Player ID for Enhanced Consumer Protection
In a move aimed at enhancing consumer protection and curbing issues related to underage gambling and money laundering, the Danish gambling regulator, Spillemyndigheden, has declared that as of October 1, players must present a ‘Player ID’ when making wagers at physical retailers. Customized Player ID Enhances Consumer Protection The Player ID will be directly linked […]
Legal
September 25, 2023
Stakeholders in Germany Ask for Changes to Gambling Regulations
Ratified by the German Federal States in March 2021 and adopted on July 1 of the same year, the 2021 Interstate Gambling Treaty (GlüNeuRStv) imposes a general ban on online gambling with the exception of licensed traditional lotteries, sports betting, horse racing, online poker, virtual slot machines, online poker, and online casino games, to a […]
Casino
September 25, 2023
Holland Casino Picks Location for New Groningen Casino
The leading Dutch gambling operator, Holland Casino, announced it has selected land for its new casino location in Groningen. The company confirmed that it identified Business Park Ter Borch near municipality Tynaarlo for its new venue which is expected to open for visitors at some point in 2027. The location was picked considering its ease […]
Casino
September 25, 2023
Japan Greenlights Revised Osaka IR Implementation Agreement
The central government of Japan has greenlit a revised implementation agreement for Osaka’s integrated resort project. Compiled by the Osaka Prefecture and the MGM Resorts consortium, which are behind the project, the plan would allow a formal agreement to be signed later this month. The approval was announced by Japan’s Minister for Land, Infrastructure, Transport […]
