The MGM Grand hotel-casino in Las Vegas is in the midst of a $300 million renovation of its main tower, with the first set of upgraded rooms opened over the weekend. The project will overhaul more than 4,200 rooms and suites. As part of the remodel, over 110 new suites will be created by converting
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Sportsbook and casino platform solutions provider Digitain has announced its compliance with Brazil’s new gaming regulatory standards. The company noted that it is among the first gaming and software suppliers to successfully meet these requirements. The Brazilian gaming market is undergoing significant changes, with new regulations requiring operators and providers to adapt quickly to meet evolving standards.
Sportsbooks in North Carolina experienced their lowest hold rate since legal betting began, with a 5.8% win rate in December, according to the latest report from the North Carolina State Lottery Commission. This marks only the third time the hold has dipped below 10% since the state introduced legal sports betting in March 2024. The
Gaming manufacturer and distributor SUZOHAPP has announced the appointment of Jim Kirner as its new Sales Director for North America. Kirner brings over 20 years of experience in the gaming industry and will oversee the company’s sales and product strategies across the region. Kirner has played a significant role in driving changes within the gaming sector throughout
The UK Gambling Commission is set to enhance its focus on tackling illegal football betting activities, according to Chief Executive Andrew Rhodes. Speaking at the IAGA webinar titled Setting the Gambling Agenda for 2025: A Less Political Year?, Rhodes discussed the regulator’s ongoing efforts to disrupt illicit gambling operations while acknowledging the need for a
SiGMA Central Europe has announced that its 2025 conference will be held in Rome, Italy, from November 3 to 6, marking a significant shift to one of Europe’s most promising gaming and technology markets. The event will be hosted at the Fiera Roma, one of Europe’s largest and most advanced exhibition venues. The conference is
Platform provider BETBY hosted chess icon and brand ambassador Magnus Carlsen at its booth during ICE Barcelona’s opening day, engaging with sports betting industry media and stakeholders during a press conference. The event marked Carlsen’s debut at an industry expo with BETBY and provided an exclusive look into his recently announced long-term partnership with the
iGaming and sports betting solutions IGT PlayDigital has announced the launch of its Prosperity Link game Cai Yun Heng Tong in the U.S. iGaming market. The game is now available in New Jersey, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Prosperity Link Cai Yun Heng Tong builds on the success of its land-based casino counterpart, which has gained
Pennsylvania’s iGaming sector achieved a record-breaking $223.6 million in revenue for December, marking a 35.5% year-on-year increase and an 11.5% rise from the previous month’s record, according to figures released by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). The surge was driven by significant gains across online gambling categories: • Online slots led the way
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As iGB Affiliate 2025 opened its doors on 21 January, visitors “praised” the show as an “ideal platform” for iGaming affiliates to connect, collaborate and grow, a press release issued regarding the event added. “I work remotely in Poland and one of my goals for iGB Affiliate is to make as many new connections
A new chapter in the history of ICE opened yesterday with the major global gaming exhibition welcoming international buyers, thought leaders, and dignitaries to its new home at Fira Gran Via Barcelona. Crowded halls, packed panel sessions, and energetic stands attested to the event’s appeal, confirming its growth in size and scope. Both ICE and sister show
The Mechoopda Indian Tribe has announced that operations at Mechoopda Casino will cease on January 31, 2025. The decision, made by the Mechoopda Economic Gaming Authority (MEGA) Board, follows months of careful assessment and efforts to address operational challenges. Tribal Chairman Dennis Ramirez described the decision as a difficult but necessary step, stating the impact
Massachusetts lawmakers are weighing considerable changes to the state’s sports betting industry under a newly proposed bill that seeks to impose stricter regulations on operators and players alike. Filed on January 17 by State Senator John Keenan, the bill, titled ‘An Act Addressing Economic, Health and Social Harms Caused by Sports Betting’, aims to introduce affordability
Phil Ruffin, the owner of Circus Circus and Treasure Island, is exploring the sale of Circus Circus, the 56-year-old casino-hotel on the north Las Vegas Strip, according to a recent report. Ruffin, who acquired the property from MGM Resorts in 2019 for $825 million, values the 102-acre site at approximately $5 billion. Ruffin has
The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) has named Mark Rutherford as its new chief executive officer, marking a significant leadership transition for the island’s gambling regulatory body. Rutherford, who has been with the GSC since 2013, previously served as deputy CEO and director of policy and legislation. His appointment has been formally
B2B gaming content and solutions provider Inspired has announced the rollout of its online and mobile slot games catalog in Brazil throughout January. The move follows the launch of Brazil’s regulated gaming market at the turn of the year. Players in the region will soon earn access to Inspired’s online titles, including hits such as
Digitain has announced that football legends Luis Figo, Iker Casillas, Michael Owen, and Michel Salgado will be making an appearance at ICE 2025. The event is set to take place at the Digitain stand (5J30) on January 21 at 3:30 PM, offering attendees the opportunity to meet the former Galácticos stars in person. According
Gaming technology solutions provider Win Systems announced the 15th anniversary celebration of its casino management system, WIGOS at ICE Totally Gaming 2025, which is currently underway at the Fira Gran Via in Barcelona and will go until 22nd January. Attendees can visit stand 3H24, where the company is showcasing its latest innovations. For over a decade
MGM China is expected to report solid financial results for Q4 2024, with Adjusted EBITDA projected to reach HK$2 billion ($250 million), marking a 5% increase from the previous quarter. This growth reflects continued momentum as the company capitalizes on its post-COVID recovery. According to investment bank Jefferies, Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) for the quarter