The Ontario government is seeking a landmark court ruling on whether it can legally permit online gamblers in the province to play with individuals outside Canada. The case, which is set to be heard in Toronto this fall, could have significant financial implications for the province’s online gaming industry. Ontario Attorney General Doug Downey has
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Grosvenor Casino Leicester in the UK has reopened its doors following a £3 million ($3.8 million) transformation. The upgraded casino includes a new sports lounge, a poker room, and an outdoor electronic gaming terrace. The refurbishment has also created 30 new jobs across food & beverage managers and gaming hosts. The casino on Highcross Street
Cambodian casino operator NagaCorp announced that it will incur an impairment charge of up to $95 million related to its halted gaming and resort project in Vladivostok, Russia. The charge, which stems from complications arising from the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War, could lead to a significant hit to the company’s earnings for the first half of the
North Carolina’s sports betting handle fell for the fourth consecutive month in July, although operators in the state saw an increase in revenue due to a stronger hold. The total handle for July was $340.4 million, marking a 14.5% decrease from June and the lowest monthly total since the state legalized online sports betting in
The British Amusement Catering Trade Association (Bacta) is set to host a series of visits by senior officials from the Gambling Commission, including Chief Executive Andrew Rhodes and Deputy Chief Executive Sarah Gardner, to showcase the industry’s contributions to high street and coastal economies. The program will commence on Wednesday with Gardner’s visit to the
FBM Foundation has joined the second anniversary of the Hands of God Charity Works Cavite Chapter by actively participating in a local solidarity initiative involving 30 ‘Cancer Warriors’. The event took place on July 21 at the Dr. Jose P. Rizal Elementary School in Dasmariñas, Cavite City, and highlighted the FBM Foundation’s ongoing commitment to
Sports betting company Circa Sports is expanding its footprint in Kentucky’s sports betting market with the launch of a temporary brick-and-mortar sportsbook at The Mint Gaming Hall Kentucky Downs. The Las Vegas-based operator is establishing a retail presence in the state as it plans to open a permanent sportsbook in 2025. The temporary sportsbook in Franklin,
Endeavor is seeking a buyer for its OpenBet and IMG Arena businesses, having placed them in a “held for sale” status. The company announced this decision as part of its Q2 financial results on August 8. While Endeavor explores potential buyers, both OpenBet and IMG Arena will continue their operations as normal. The “held for sale”
DraftKings’ recent decision to implement a surcharge on winning wagers in states with high sports betting taxes has sparked widespread concern about the future of the sports betting industry, with the issue being one of the main topics at the Bet Bash conference held last week at Circa Las Vegas. The move, announced by DraftKings
Millennials continue to drive the highest levels of participation across gaming channels in the US, TransUnion’s latest U.S. Betting Report shows. They account for 57% of high-value online bettors, those spending $500 or more per month. This insight is the result of an online survey of 3,000 adults conducted from late April to early May 2024.
Golden Island Hospitality Private Limited has partnered with India’s Majestic Group Hotels & Casinos to establish the Majestic Pride Casino in Sri Lanka. The casino will be located in Colombo’s iconic Lotus Tower. The Ministry of Finance, Economic Stabilization & National Policies of Sri Lanka has granted Golden Island Hospitality a Casino Business License under
Macau legislator Leong Sun Iok has proposed expanding the use of casino membership points to benefit small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the gambling hub. During a recent legislative session, Leong, known for advocating on behalf of grassroots workers, urged the government to encourage casino operators to allow the redemption of coupons, vouchers, and complimentary
SiGMA World has unveiled the final shortlist for the upcoming SiGMA East Europe Awards, set to take place during the SiGMA East Europe event. The ceremony will be held on September 2, at the Intercontinental Budapest’s Ballroom, with accolades handed out across 24 categories. The shortlisted candidates will now be evaluated by an expert panel of 11
The Indonesian government is preparing to sanction digital payment platforms that have been facilitating online gambling transactions. Minister of Communication and Information Technology Budi Arie Setiadi announced on Saturday that his ministry has issued warning letters to 21 digital payment service providers, covering 42 applications that have been linked to gambling activities. These warnings come
We know a Tropicana implosion is coming. We even know that it will take place in October. But beyond that is anyone’s guess… no matter how good that guess is. You see, until we get official word from Bally Corp about a specific date and time, that’s really all it is. A guess. However, late
It’s already August and summer is winding down. But our friends at Plaza Las Vegas are doing their best to ease the pain, with offers of two popular room packages for an end of summer getaway. The popular downtown property has extended its all-inclusive hotel room package – the only one in Las Vegas –
The Arkansas Supreme Court has decided to accelerate its review of a ballot initiative aimed at removing Pope County as a location eligible for a casino. On Friday afternoon, the court agreed to consider a petition filed on July 31 by the Arkansas Canvassing Compliance Committee (ACCC). The petition alleges that Local Voters in Charge, the
B2B gaming content and technology provider Inspired Entertainment has announced a new strategic partnership with UK bingo operator Mecca Bingo. As part of the agreement, Inspired will supply an additional 170 gaming machines to Mecca Bingo’s estate, complementing those already in operation. The comprehensive five-year agreement is worth approximately $12.7 million and includes not only the
The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, trading as Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, announced record-breaking net revenues of nearly $504.2 million for the quarter ending June 30, marking a 21.4% increase year-on-year. The surge was largely driven by the successful launch of the Mohegan Inspire Entertainment Resort in Incheon, South Korea, alongside continued growth in Mohegan Digital. The
The “ambassador” of country music is headed to Sin City! This February you can catch Blake Shelton at Caesars Palace, as he is slated for six performances between the 5th and 15th next year. Tickets will go on sale for the public on the August 16th, but fans might be able to take advantage of