We’ve all noticed the continued rising costs of Las Vegas. Hotels are nearly twice as much as just a few years ago, plus there are fees on everything from taxi rides to live shows to your dinner bill. So what’s behind the surge in costs? I mean, it’s not like we’re getting more for our
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Soft2Bet announced it will be hosting an exclusive workshop on Motivational Engineering Gaming Application (MEGA), its gamification solution during the SBC Summit Lisbon 2024. The workshop will take place on September 25, at 2.30 pm, on stand C160. Senior company leaders will also be taking part in panel discussions on key business trends to look
Acting on its commitment to Do More for Communities, Flutter UKI is providing 200 community sporting organizations across the UK and Ireland with the opportunity to apply for grants of £2,000 ($2,616) to improve their facilities, purchase new equipment, run coaching programs and drive participation in sports. Last year’s winners included Basa in Rochdale, which runs
M88 Mansion is set to participate in the SBC Summit 2024, scheduled from September 24 to 26 at Feira Internacional De Lisboa. The company, known for its innovative gaming solutions, will be positioned at Stand F3 as it seeks to expand its network of affiliates and explore partnership opportunities. M88 Mansion has built a strong presence
The SBC Summit announced an exclusive media zone in partnership with Press Box PR. The collaboration will cover a host of duties, including Press Box PR senior leaders managing the Media HQ at the event and a pre-show press briefing for journalists. Every year in the betting and gaming industry, the SBC Summit brings together thousands of
iGaming content provider Play’n GO has announced a new online slot Buildin’ Bucks, players can hop into a realm where fairytales, fantastical magic, and construction collide. According to the provider, Buildin’ Bucks is a fairytale-themed slot that “embodies the greatness of past titles, whilst making bold new strides into the future.” Set in an elf-filled grassland, this
The International Gaming Standards Association (IGSA) presents IGSA 2024 Technology Summit: Focus – Future Tech, where industry leaders will focus on emerging technologies. The educational conference takes place November 11 – 13 at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Hotel and Casino in Maricopa, Arizona. The three-day event is designed to provide intensive learning regarding future technology, cashless and credit
Gaming provider Euro Games Technology (EGT) has announced that its jackpot Bell Link has set foot in the Czech Republic. The prominent local operator Palasino Group a.s. made installations of the product in their gaming establishments Palasino Excalibur City, Wullowitz, and Furth im Wald, located near the borders with Austria and Germany. Bell Link, which
Apache Lonestar Casino, located in Devol, Oklahoma, announced an expansion of its facilities, set to enhance the gaming and dining experience for its guests. The expansion, scheduled for completion by the end of 2024, will add more than 2,000 square feet of gaming space and introduce additional seating, family dining, and new menu options at the
G2E Las Vegas is less than a month away and companies around the world are preparing for the tradeshow. Ahead of the event, DRGT executives shared the global supplier’s plans to present its latest products and solutions at the major industry expo. In this interview, Jurgen De Munck, DRGT CEO; Marco Herrera, Chief Executive Officer; Alfredo Moreno,
Global hospitality and entertainment company Delaware North announced that after a national search it has named industry veteran Jason Gregorec as the new President of its growing gaming division. According to the company, Gregorec, who has more than 30 years of gaming industry experience, will oversee a division that in recent years has diversified beyond its portfolio
No one likes sucker punch. Yet every time we turn around there seems to be another new Las Vegas fee that you won’t see coming. Sure, most people who travel to Sin City these days are aware of the bait and switch tactics of Resort Fees, but this new one is more difficult to spot…
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill introduced a new bill on Thursday aimed at imposing strict federal oversight on the rapidly growing sports betting industry. The Supporting Affordability and Fairness with Every Bet Act, or SAFE Bet Act, was unveiled by Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Representative Paul Tonko (D-NY). The proposed legislation seeks to limit advertising,
Fanatics Sportsbook officially launched its platform in Washington, DC on September 12, in collaboration with Washington Spirit, the professional women’s soccer team based in the US capital. Fanatics Betting and Gaming has entered into a partnership agreement to become the team’s Official Sports Betting Partner and secure market access for its online sports betting platform. This
Flutter Entertainment is expanding its reach into Brazil’s fast-growing betting market with the acquisition of a 56% stake in NSX Group, the operator behind the popular Betnacional brand. The $350 million deal is set to close by the second quarter of 2025. The company announced on Friday its partnership with Grupo NSX to establish Flutter
Bookmakers BoyleSports and VirginBet have secured key sponsorship agreements in the UK and Ireland. In Ireland, BoyleSports, the country’s largest independent bookmaker, has signed a five-year partnership with Limerick Racecourse, becoming the title sponsor of the Munster National festival through 2028. The Munster National is a highly-regarded event in the racing calendar, and the bookmaker’s involvement is
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill introduced a new bill on Thursday aimed at imposing strict federal oversight on the rapidly growing sports betting industry. The Supporting Affordability and Fairness with Every Bet Act, or SAFE Bet Act, was unveiled by Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Representative Paul Tonko (D-NY). The proposed legislation seeks to limit advertising,
The Chinese Football Association (CFA) has banned 38 players and five club officials for life following a two-year probe into match-fixing and gambling, marking the latest effort by authorities to crackdown on corruption in the country’s soccer scene. The probe, which uncovered the manipulation of 120 matches involving 41 football clubs, has resulted in criminal
SBC Summit, set to take place on September 24 – 26 at Feira Internacional de Lisboa, will take a global approach, offering comprehensive insights into the regulatory challenges, market opportunities, and emerging gaming industry trends. A highlight of the summit is the Global Markets Lounge, featuring a series of brief, expert-led sessions on the latest developments
Voters in Missouri will decide on the legalization of sports betting this November after a state judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging the ballot process. Amendment 2, which would allow casinos and sports venues to operate in-person and online sportsbooks, is set for a public vote on November 5. The measure, if passed, would permit two