Gambling News - 'Casino'
Casino
July 4, 2023
iGaming Platform Rebrands to Follow Changing Marketing Paradigms
As a result, iGaming Platform (iGP) will assume its new contemporary identity through a recently-revealed and sleek website. This move is hailed as a milestone in the company’s evolution and a bold step forward with the idea of ensuring that the business communicates across to its clients core values such as innovation, integrity, excellence, empowerment, […]
Casino
July 4, 2023
Lion Gaming Teams up with Cassino55 for Brazilian iGaming Growth
The partnership in particular concerns Cassino55, a prominent and established brand in the Brazilian iGaming market, which will further strengthen Lion Gaming’s chances of breaking into the regional market as one of the leading industry technology suppliers. Lion Gaming Determined to Grow in Brazil and Latin America Lion Gaming is similarly ambitious about the Latin […]
Casino
July 4, 2023
Controversy Surrounds Casino Negotiations Involving Gov. Hochul’s Office
Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York has stressed yet again her detachment from the ongoing negotiations between her office and the Seneca Nation concerning a potential casino in the Rochester area. However, she emphasized that she is not directly participating in the negotiations, the timing decisions, or engaging in discussions with external individuals regarding this […]
Casino
July 3, 2023
Macau Posts MOP$15.52B in June GGR, YTD Reaches 54% of 2019
Gaming in Macau registered its first month with a decrease in gross gaming revenue (GGR) on a subsequent basis since all travel restrictions for the Special Administrative Region (SAR) of China have been lifted. Recovery Slowing Down but Strong The monthly Games of Fortune statistics report published by the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) […]
Industry
July 3, 2023
Golden Matrix and MeridianBet Amend Acquisition Terms
Gaming technology and content supplier, Golden Matrix Group Inc. (GMGI), and MeridianBet Group announced an amendment to the definitive agreement reached at the beginning of the year. Less Cash, More Stock The Amended and Restated Purchase Agreement for the acquisition of MeridianBet Group and its related companies by GMGI extends the required closing date of […]
Industry
July 3, 2023
MGM National Harbor Employees Vote in Favor of Unionization
With affected workers already discussing the terms of their first contract with the union, their decision may have widespread consequences for the region’s hospitality industry. Rising discontent among casino workers in North America prompts more employees to consider unionization, ensuring their concerns receive proper attention. Parking Ambassadors Presented a United Front Parking ambassadors at Maryland’s […]
Casino
July 3, 2023
New Jersey Governor Considers Five-Year Extension of Internet Gambling
However, the approved legislation has left both industry insiders and Atlantic City casinos puzzled due to unexpected changes made earlier in the week. New Jersey’s Internet Gambling Extension Cut Short, Causing Concern Among Stakeholders The original plan was to grant a ten-year extension to Internet gambling, which has been in operation for a decade now. […]
Industry
June 30, 2023
Hungary: Regulator to Start Blocking Illegal Gambling Payments
Hungary’s Supervisory Authority for Regulated Activities (SZTFH) announced today that the blocking of bank accounts linked to illegal gambling operators would begin from July 1. Payments to Illegal Gambling Websites Will Be Refused The SZTFH notified all interested parties that it would work in close cooperation with the banks to implement restrictions on deposits to […]
Industry
June 30, 2023
MGCB Expects to Receive $51M in Funding for FY2024
The gambling regulator in Michigan, the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB), would benefit from nearly $51 million in funding, after the state’s legislators reached an agreement for the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. Overall, some $50.7 million would be dedicated to the regulator, allowing it to continue to effectively monitor the market and promote responsible gambling. […]
Legal
June 30, 2023
Belgium Clears the Path for Tough Restrictions on Gambling Ads
Deals between professional sports organizations and gambling companies help bring valuable proceeds for the clubs, allowing them to continue to grow. Yet amid concerns about an increase in sports betting activities and consequently risky or problem gambling behavior, many countries around Europe are strengthening their regulations. This applies not only to gambling sponsorships but external […]