Online gaming provider PopOK Gaming has announced the launch of its latest slot game, Wild Shamrock, which “invites players to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of Irish charm and fortune.” The provider notes that the game offers players the opportunity to experience “the essence of St. Patrick’s Day every day, with stunning visuals featuring
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The Massachusetts State Lottery has announced the launch of The Instant Game, a $2 ticket named in honor of the original $1 ticket that debuted May 29th, 1974. With the launch, the state lottery is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its “groundbreaking introduction of the world’s first instant ticket.” “Over the last 50 years, instant
The UK’s Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) members have achieved record compliance rates for age verification checks, according to industry auditor Serve Legal. Audit checks were conducted at single-site businesses through to national brands with thousands of locations on UK high streets, notes the trade body. Independent figures provided by Serve Legal show bookmakers boasted a 91.4%
Macau is likely to continue attracting premium travelers seeking to gamble over the next 12 months despite global economic uncertainties. According to a recent survey by Hong Kong investment bank CLSA on the resilience of the casino sector, 78 percent of respondents plan to visit Macau before March 2025, with 84 percent intending to stay
The new Shaftesbury Casino has opened in Dudley, United Kingdom. The latest addition to the West Midland town’s entertainment scene, Shaftesbury Casino Dudley was acquired from Genting earlier this year with a major program of works completed to transform the Castle Hill venue into a brand new destination. Located opposite Dudley Zoo and Castle, the venue has
As the National Hockey League (NHL) playoffs progress, with the Final Four matches currently taking place to determine which two teams make it to the Stanley Cup final, Canadian sportsbooks have seen a spike in betting activity for the sport. With four Canadian teams qualifying for the NHL playoffs this year, bettors were eager to
In response to the worst flood in Brazil’s history, iGaming solutions provider SOFTSWISS has launched a multi-phase charity project. The campaign aims to not only provide immediate aid to those affected and long-term support in restoring the region but also invite industry players to join the initiative. At the end of April, the Brazilian state of Rio
Gaming test lab and product certification consultancy BMM Testlabs is exhibiting at SiGMA Asia June 3rd-5th at the SMX Manila in the Philippines. The company says that its booth no. BR603 will be a resource for gaming suppliers, operators, and regulators seeking to learn more about “its 40 years of serving the Asia-Pacific market” and the
Nevada’s gaming industry set a new revenue record for April casino revenue, with casinos statewide collecting more than $1.2 billion, marking a nearly 7% increase from the same period last year. This was the 38th consecutive month that state gaming revenue exceeded $1 billion. According to the Gaming Control Board, the revenue boost was largely
The Illinois House of Representatives has greenlighted the state’s $53.1 billion fiscal year 2025 budget, which includes a new progressive sports betting tax rate for operators. The measure now awaits the approval of Governor J.B. Pritzker, who is expected to sign it into law. The budget, which passed the House with a 60-47 vote early
A recent poll conducted by the Remington Research Group, on behalf of news service Missouri Scout, indicates that the majority of Missouri voters are opposed to the legalization of sports betting. The poll results suggest that if the November election were held today, the initiative proposal to legalize sports betting in Missouri, backed by the state’s
Gaming technology and services provider BetConstruct has partnered with Fast Track, an iGaming CRM technology provider. This alliance allows BetConstruct operators to integrate Fast Track’s CRM solutions. With this deal, BetConstruct is integrating a third-party CRM for the first time, “showcasing the industry’s confidence in Fast Track’s technology.” This partnership combines BetConstruct’s offerings, including sports
Hard Rock International (HRI) will soon close The Mirage Hotel & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip, paving the way for the construction of its planned guitar-shaped hotel tower. According to permits issued to the company, the Mirage’s transition is expected to begin with the demolition of the popular volcano fountain, which featured hourly shows
International Game Technology (IGT) announced that its Tiger and Dragon multi-level progressive (MLP) game debuted in the top position on Eilers & Krejcik’s May 2024 US & Canada Game Performance Report in the Top Indexing NEW Games – Premium Leased & WAP category. Tiger and Dragon Cash on Reels led by performing at more than 2.8 times the
Under the Building a Champion by a Champion: Shaping Digital Leaders Tomorrow campaign, a team of FBM Foundation dedicated volunteers made donations to Mabato National High School in Calamba, Laguna, and Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School in Dasmariñas, Cavite. The two gestures executed by FBM Foundation in May prove once again the project’s commitment
The Casino Operations Summit, a gathering for European casino operators, drew industry leaders to Amsterdam from April 23 to 25, with gaming technologies and services provider SYNOT Group serving as a Platinum Sponsor for the event. The Summit is considered one of the region’s major trade events, specifically tailored for European multi-channel casino operators (both
iGaming solutions provider Slotegrator has announced a partnership with EvenBet, expanding in Europe, Latin America, Africa, the CIS, and more. Thanks to the agreement, EvenBet’s games can now be seamlessly integrated into any gambling platform using Slotegrator’s APIgrator solution. EvenBet, a global gaming provider primarily recognized for its poker and card games, has more than 20
Hard Rock recently confirmed the closure of Mirage Las Vegas, and that they would layoff the 3,000 plus Mirage employees when the resort closes in July. That’s not great news to the families who depend on those jobs, especially after the company had stated the hotel would not shut down during the transition. Now a
Registration for the sixth edition of the Gaming StartUp Challenge is now open, coinciding with the 15th anniversary of the BEGE expo. The event will take place within the framework of BEGE, to be held November 27-28 at Inter Expo Centre, Sofia. “Seize this exceptional opportunity to showcase your innovative ideas to a distinguished jury, gain the chance to
The Philippines’ newest integrated resort, Solaire Resort North, was inaugurated on Saturday in Bagong Pag-asa, Quezon City. Owned and operated by Bloomberry Resorts Corporation (BRC), Solaire Resort North represents a $1 billion investment. BRC chair and CEO Enrique Razon Jr. noted that the resort is designed to elevate the “entertainment experience” in Quezon City. “We envision Solaire