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Casino
April 14, 2023
Japan Picks Osaka to Host First Integrated Resort
The news was confirmed early on Friday, with the government of Japan finally picking the first location to host the country’s inaugural integrated resort which will seek to boost tourism and generate an economic boon. Osaka Wins in Expected Decision by Government The first of the three resorts is set to open by 2029 and […]
Casino
April 14, 2023
ESA Gaming Debuts EasySwipe Games with NetBet
ESA Gaming, a leading supplier of online casino gaming content, will be delivering its EasySwipe original portfolio to the prominent operator, helping it benefit from a number of high-ranking and player-favorite titles. ESA Gaming and NetBet Embark on Multi-Jurisdictional Pivot The agreement does not focus on the Italian market exclusively, though, as under licenses from […]
Industry
April 13, 2023
BOS Nods Higher Fees to Fund Spelinspektionen in Sweden
Government officials in Sweden recently proposed an increase in the budget allocated for Spelinspektionen, the Swedish Gaming Authority. The proposal seeks to deliver funding of SEK2.4 million ($230,360), which is ultimately expected to help Spelinspektionen with strategic processes related to licensing as well as monitoring of the market. The latest proposal, announced last week, may […]
Casino
April 13, 2023
IGT Delivers New CMS for Potawatomi Casino Hotel Carter
The leading provider of iGaming technology and solutions, International Game Technology (IGT), announced a collaboration, expanding further the reach of its leading solutions in the United States. On Wednesday, the company announced it completed the installation of its leading casino management system (CMS), IGT ADVANTAGE, at Potawatomi Casino Hotel Carter, located in Wabeno, Wisconsin. The […]
Insider
April 13, 2023
The Experts That Wagered on Ontario Now Weigh Its Impact
With predictions of it becoming one of the largest online gaming marketplaces in the next three years, we spoke to Antonino Barra (AB), Head of Sales at Altenar, John-Paul Rowland (JPR), VP Europe, Asia & Americas at BetGames and Nadiya Attard (NA), CCO at Relax Gaming about the impact Ontario will generate. What has made […]
Legal
April 12, 2023
PA Legislator to Propose Regulation of Skill Video Games
A new legislation will seek to establish a regulatory framework for skill video games in Pennsylvania and create a taxing structure that could generate an estimated $300 million in tax revenue annually. Seeking Support and Co-Sponsors for the Bill The new initiative comes from Sen. Gene Yaw who circulated a memo to Senate members telling […]
Insider
April 12, 2023
SG:certified Vanessa Simpson: “Don’t Get Fined”
The regulator fined William Hill more than £19 million, the stiffest fine it has ever imposed on an operator. According to officials, William Hill was found to have a series of recurring failures around safer gambling and anti-money laundering practices which the company says it has since addressed. William Hill’s failings were so “widespread and […]
Industry
April 12, 2023
Pragmatic Play Confirms New Drops & Wins Edition, Unveils Huge Prize Pool
Pragmatic Play, a leading iGaming content supplier, has announced that it will be doubling the annual prize pool of its popular Drops & Wins event. This year, the total prize pool will be a whopping €30,000,000 (around $33,000,000), the company said. Drops & Wins is an annual promotion that takes entertainment in mind and channels […]
Industry
April 12, 2023
Unions Help Increase Payrate for Horseshoe Casino Baltimore Employees
The pandemic that is now residing impacted significantly the gaming and entertainment sector. But while there’s no doubt about the negative impact on companies, the workers also felt the hit of the pandemic. What’s more, the increase in the cost of living, combined with the slow increase in the pay rate has put many workers […]
Industry
April 12, 2023
Osaka Integrated Resort Project Expects Approval Soon
Casino resorts are proven to bring economic stimulus and drive tourism growth. Many countries around the world have identified the potential of those resorts and the benefits they bring on a local and national level. Macau, China’s special administrative region, is currently a major hub for casino gambling and entertainment. The Philippines is also a […]