Global bookmaker 1xBet won the title of Digital Sports Betting Operator of the Year at the Global Gaming Awards Asia-Pacific 2024, which the company describes as “one of the most prestigious international awards” in the betting industry. The awards took place on June 4 at a special ceremony during the SiGMA Asia 2024 exhibition, held
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Skilrock Technologies has announced its attendance at the EGR B2B Awards 2024. The lottery and gaming company has been honored with two nominations at the event, to take place in London on 13th June. This year’s event, which celebrates excellence in the business-to-business sector of online gaming, will see Skilrock Technologies among the contenders. The solutions
The Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) has announced a title sponsorship deal with William Hill, one of the UK’s leading betting companies. Financial terms of the agreement haven’t been announced, but the league calls it a “record-breaking” deal. Under the five-year deal, which begins at the start of season 2024/25, William Hill will become the title
On March 12 and 13, a new edition of the Peru Gaming Show (PGS) will be held. The chosen venue will be the Centro de Exposiciones Jockey de Lima. Among the great protagonists of the Latin American gaming industry is Pragmatic Play, which will arrive with its latest novelties and is also one of the main
As Europeans voted in the EU parliamentary elections last week (June 6 to 9), the European Lotteries (EL) released a manifesto outlining eight key focus points, urging the incoming European Parliament to support these objectives. EL emphasizes that lotteries are not merely games of chance but are integral to the social fabric of Europe, contributing €22
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) recently convened a panel discussion focused on college sports betting rules, regulations and compliance measures. The June 3 informative session offered insights into the intricacies of governing college sports betting, emphasizing the importance of maintaining integrity within the industry. “The Michigan Gaming Control Board is dedicated to fostering a
New York’s mobile sports betting market saw gross gaming revenue (GGR) exceed $200 million for the first time in over a year in May. According to the New York State Gaming Commission, the total GGR for May reached $203.3 million, marking the second instance of GGR surpassing $200 million since January 2024, which had a
The Wilton Rancheria tribe and gaming partner Boyd Gaming Corporation have formally announced and outlined expansion plans for California’s Sky River Casino, which first opened on August 15, 2022. Located off Highway 99 in Elk Grove, future expansion plans for Sky River Casino include an expanded gaming floor, an additional high-limit room, a 300-room hotel, a luxurious
GambleAware has urged for the implementation of smoking-style health warnings in advertisements for bookmakers and online casinos. The UK gambling charity’s call comes in light of concerns that an increase in betting ads during the upcoming Euro 2024 football tournament could hinder efforts by individuals attempting to reduce or quit gambling. The charity criticized the
The Philippine gaming industry is adapting to a more regulated environment while exploring alternative markets to sustain growth in the absence of Chinese tourists, according to Alejandro H. Tengco, chairman of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). Speaking at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) Asia last week, Tengco announced PAGCOR’s plan to start privatizing
The Swedish gambling regulator, Spelinspektionen, has launched a campaign aimed at young adults to highlight the risks and consequences of gambling for money. The campaign, titled “With your future as a bet,” specifically targets individuals aged 18 to 25. It seeks to raise awareness about the potential dangers of unhealthy gambling through emotionally resonant messages.
Graeme Croft, Vice President of Table Operations at MGM China, emphasized the importance of robust team training and thorough process evaluation when implementing smart tables into casinos. Craft made these comments at a round table discussion titled ‘Smart Table: New Era of Cohabitating with Innovations’ at the G2E Asia conference held at The Venetian Macao last
Amid all the recent turmoil and negative headlines surrounding sports betting, we thought we would look at the various sports league gambling policies. And we begin with Major League Baseball, who has seen a rash of bad press surrounding this issue. League Commissioner Rob Manfred recently commented on the issues and had this to say
The Illinois Gaming Board has renewed seven retail sports betting licenses, marking the first such renewals since operators began taking wagers in March 2020. Administrator Marcus Fruchter, wielding expanded powers granted post-COVID-19 pandemic and renewed annually, extended the licenses for four years through June 2028. The renewals include Argosy Casino Alton, DraftKings at Casino Queen
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) has announced that it will begin accepting applications for sports betting licenses from July 8-19. The ADG will accept applications for at least “one event wagering license reserved for Arizona Tribes” and no less than one for Arizona Sports Franchises. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the materials on
May marked a significant rebound for Bally’s Chicago, which achieved a record $11.7 million in adjusted gross receipts, according to data released by the Illinois Gaming Board. This represents a 13% increase from April, reversing the temporary casino’s first month-over-month decline since its opening at Medinah Temple in September. The temporary casino also saw a
Casino gaming provider Euro Games Technology (EGT) will exhibit on June 12th and 13th at the Peru Gaming Show, which is set to gather operators, players, and gaming industry experts in the country’s capital, Lima. EGT says it will “stay true to the tradition and show them a special selection of its top-performing products,” which
Online casino and sportsbook TotoGaming has announced the celebration of its 20th anniversary on June 10th. Its founders launched TotoBet in 2004, a few months before the UEFA European Championship. In 2012, TotoBet underwent its first rebranding and became TotoGaming. Today, it has become an international brand, represented in Armenia and Romania, offering a range
The Little River Band of Ottawa Indians of Little River Casino Resort has named Michael Schrader General Manager of the property, ahead of its 25th anniversary in July. “I am happy to announce Michael as the new General Manager for the resort,” said Larry Romanelli, Ogema of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians. “He
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) is notifying all prospective and current holders of a Recognition Notice Certificate (RN Certificate) that the guidance pages for the New Recognition Notice Application and the Recognition Notice Annual Maintenance Applications have been updated. The Applications Page has been updated to reflect the documentation that is required to be submitted via the