Casino
December 15, 2021
Spelinspektionen Penalizes Betway After it Accidentally Breached Rules
Betway has been penalized by the Spelinspektionen (Swedish Gambling Inspectorate) for breaching rules concerning issued bonuses. Hence, the operator has been ordered to pay around $11,000 (SEK100,000). This comes on the heels of the recent ban of Disrupt Entertainment who is now no longer able to provide its services to Swedish players. The Penalty is […]
Casino
December 15, 2021
Eyas Gaming Secures CBI Solution by Crucial Compliance
Eyas Gaming is building up its responsibility and compliance presence in the iGaming industry by securing a new partnership with Crucial Compliance, which allows it to scale on existing operations while protecting customers. As a result, the company will enhance its established track record for sustainable player value and responsibility. The deal involves the Crucial […]
Casino
December 15, 2021
New Philippines Casino Launching Today in Clark Freeport Zone
Hann Casino Resort in the Clark Freeport Zone, Philippines is opening its doors today, according to an announcement by its developer, Hann Philippines Inc. This new plan involves the expansion and rebranding of the former Widus Hotel & Casino complex through an investment of $238.3 million by Hann Philippines. Clark Continues to Expand In addition […]
Casino
December 15, 2021
Live! Casino Pittsburgh Plans Poker Room, More Gaming Tables
Live! Casino Pittsburgh is celebrating its first year as the anchor at the Westmoreland Mall in the Pennsylvania city. To mark the occasion, the casino is getting a few upgrades, including a poker room and more gaming options. Live! Casino Pittsburgh Expands Gaming Officials revealed several new attractions Tuesday, including a poker table, event center […]
Industry
December 15, 2021
Analysts Lower New-Year Outlook for Macau by 30%
Morgan Stanley is now less optimistic about Macau’s continued strengthening in 2022. As a result, the financial firm’s analysts have reduced the expected gross gaming revenue (GGR) for the city by 30% to $15 billion. Macau Has a Long Road Ahead Although the institution noted a “choppy recovery,” it said that there are still “overhangs” […]
Casino
December 14, 2021
NSW’s Chief Gambling Regulator Asks for Money Laundering Investigation into Pub Slots
Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority chairman Philip Crawford has recently asked for a complex investigation into the suspicion of money laundering activities unfolding inside non-gaming venues in New South Wales. The alleged money laundering activities would occur through slot machines. Colloquially called the “poker machine capital of Australia”, NSW is currently home to 95,000 pokie […]
Industry
December 14, 2021
KSA Requested Operators to Carry Out CRUKS Customer Checks
Netherlands gambling regulatory body Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) announced it requested incumbents to initiate thorough checks on their customer bases against the self-exclusion register CRUKS. Incorrect BSN, Name or Date of Birth The KSA advised operators to carry out checks on all customers who have signed between October 2 and October 20, acting on reports that players […]
Casino
December 14, 2021
Luckywins is Warned by Gibraltar Regulator Over Suspicious Activities
The Gibraltar Gaming Division issued a warning to Luckywins.io casino over claims of suspicious activities involving large bogus bonus offers from the operator which players have flagged. Issues Over Logo Usage and False License Number In order for online casinos to legally provide gambling services to people, they need to possess a license by either […]
Industry
December 14, 2021
Tasmanian Commission Reports Massive Gambling Losses in 2020-2021
The gambling industry in Tasmania keeps facing massive challenges as its losses have skyrocketed. The total lost amount this year increased by nearly half compared to last year, when the country was hit badly by COVID-19. Total Losses Were $18 Million Higher than 2018-2019 During the 2019-2019 season, the total recorded losses were $137.4 million. […]
Industry
December 14, 2021
Macau GGR Slips, Operators Try to Shrug Off Problems
The gross gaming revenue (GGR) in Macau fell by 12% week-on-week. This was due to an increase in the COVID-19 infection rates in mainland China, as well as a collapse of the local VIP sector following Suncity Group’s troubles. Macau GGR Still Unstable The weekly GGR update by Bernstein analysts Vitaly Umansky and Kelsey Zhu […]