On the heels of launching its latest video slot, Outsourced: Payday, Nolimit City is celebrating a new milestone with the approval of a B2B license from the Danish Gambling Authority (Spillemyndigheden). This license, effective from January 1, 2025, marks the studio’s entry into Denmark’s regulated gambling market, reinforcing its commitment to expanding into new territories. The five-year license allows
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Rei do Pitaco (RDP), Brazil’s leading fantasy sports operator, is officially transitioning into the country’s regulated sports betting market. Founded in 2019 by Kiko Augusto, RDP has dominated the fantasy sports space, capturing over 90% of the Brazilian market. Backed by $39 million in investments from prominent firms such as Bullpen Capital and Globo Ventures,
Rush Street Interactive, Inc. (RSI), a prominent online casino and sports betting operator, has officially announced the addition of Thomas Winter to its board of directors, effective December 16, 2024. With this move, RSI’s board now comprises nine members, a significant step in fortifying its strategic direction in online gaming markets across the Americas. Richard
In a rare move, the Nevada Gaming Commission revoked the gaming license of former MGM Grand and Resorts World Las Vegas executive Scott Sibella, concluding a highly publicized investigation into his role in compliance failures. Sibella, 62, faced allegations tied to illegal bookmaker activity and the mishandling of suspicious transactions during his tenure as president and chief operating officer at MGM Grand.
Macau has set an ambitious financial target for 2025, projecting MOP240 billion in gross gaming revenue (GGR), signaling a strong recovery in its gaming and tourism industries. The forecast surpasses the MOP216 billion estimate for 2024 and is buoyed by the MOP208.58 billion already recorded in the first 11 months of 2024—a 26.8% increase over the previous year. Macau’s 2025 budget
In a historic move toward economic growth and self-reliance, five Mi’kmaw communities in Nova Scotia have joined forces to enter the casino gaming industry. Through their collective initiative, Indigenous Gaming Partners (IGP), the communities acquired Pure Canadian Gaming, an operator of four prominent casinos in Alberta, including locations in Edmonton, Calgary, and Lethbridge. The communities
The Nevada Gaming Commission recently approved a major change in casino management for Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, granting control to a newly established entity, C&C 4455 LLC. This move comes amidst ongoing labor disputes, with striking workers voicing concerns over contract negotiations that remain unresolved. C&C 4455 LLC, led by hotel president Cliff Atkinson and
Italy has unveiled its new licensing structure for online gambling, marking the first phase of a comprehensive reform of the gaming sector. Approved by the EU’s Official Journal, the nine-year licensing regime aims to modernize regulations while generating significant revenues for the Italian government. Italy’s new online gambling license regime: Under the new framework, operators must pay a €7 million authorization fee
In a major achievement for its sports betting industry, Connecticut set a record in November 2024, earning $30.3 million in sports betting revenue. The Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) announced this milestone, which surpassed the previous high of $26.6 million achieved just two months earlier in September. This growth highlights the increasing popularity and maturity of sports betting in the state. Connecticut achieves
Japan’s Casino Regulatory Commission is undergoing significant leadership changes as the country continues to prepare for the launch of its first casino-integrated resort (IR). On Tuesday, Japan’s parliament, the Diet, approved three appointments to the commission, including two new members and one reappointment. These changes are part of a regular rotation within the body, established
The Australian government has announced that gambling and tobacco-related activities will no longer qualify for the Research and Development (R&D) Tax Incentive, a policy aimed at fostering innovation and business growth. The exclusion, revealed in the Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook, is set to take effect from July 1, 2025, and aligns with the government’s broader efforts to
Curaçao has ushered in a new era for its gambling sector with the passage of the National Ordinance for Games of Chance (LOK). Approved by a 13-6 majority in parliament, this legislation represents the most significant overhaul of the island’s gambling regulations in decades. The reform process began in 2022, tied to Dutch government mandates
New Jersey’s online gambling industry continued its remarkable upward trajectory in November 2024, setting new benchmarks across multiple sectors. The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement reported that internet gambling revenue reached $214 million, narrowly exceeding October’s record-breaking $213 million. This marked the third consecutive month of surpassing the $200 million threshold, a milestone in
Chile’s Superintendency of Gaming Casinos (SCJ) has initiated a detailed process for granting new casino operating permits, offering businesses an opportunity to participate in the country’s evolving gaming industry. The announcement comes as permits held by Casino de Juegos Coyhaique SA and Rantrur S.A. are set to expire in April and May of 2027, respectively. This decision marks a crucial
Bullshark Games’ newest slot release, Valhalla Wild Winter, brings the captivating world of Norse mythology to life. This thrilling 5-reel, 4-row slot debuted on December 17th, leveraging the power of Hacksaw Gaming’s OpenRGS platform. The game invites players to join mighty Viking warriors on an epic quest, battling through icy landscapes for the chance to win up to 12,000
A plan to construct a casino near Tysons, Virginia, has drawn criticism from 109 former defense industry leaders, intelligence officials, and members of Congress. In a detailed letter, these officials highlighted significant security risks posed by the proposed casino, which would be located near critical national security facilities. The letter outlines concerns about the casino’s proximity to agencies
Caesars Entertainment has celebrated the grand opening of its highly anticipated Caesars Virginia resort in Danville, marking a significant milestone for the community. The event featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Caesars Entertainment executives, local leaders, and hundreds of community members, highlighting the transformation of the former Brownfield site into a world-class destination. Caesars Virginia officially opens its
Light & Wonder (L&W), a global leader in gaming technology, has partnered with Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) to revolutionize onboard gaming experiences. Through this collaboration, L&W will introduce its Operator Wide Area Progressive (OWAP) table games to NCL’s entire fleet of 18 ships. This integration includes the installation of 200 GM ATLAS systems, designed to deliver dynamic progressive jackpots and a
The Philippine government has officially shut down the largest Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) facility in Kawit, Cavite. This move is part of the administration’s sweeping effort to end all offshore gaming operations in the country by December 31, 2024, as mandated by Executive Order 74 signed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Interior Secretary Jonvic
The United States Senate Judiciary Committee recently convened to assess the need for federal oversight in the rapidly expanding sports betting industry. More than six years after the U.S. Supreme Court legalized sports gambling nationwide, the hearing sought to address complex issues arising from the industry’s growth. The discussion, which included testimony from NCAA President