Nevada has seen the introduction of a new bill that would change the panoramics of the Las Vegas Strip, as a state lawmaker proposed to permanently ban cars in the area. Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom introduced the measure after last week’s NFL Draft, when the Strip was shut down to all traffic for three
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iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play announced Tuesday it has partnered with Live Casino operator Stake to deliver a purpose-built dedicated studio. The agreement will see the supplier build a 12-table studio replete with Stake branding, to deliver an immersive Live Casino experience. Included in the space will be 10 blackjack tables, one specifically for roulette,
This week’s gambling news finds the Las Vegas Palms back up and running! Under new management! And becoming the first Tribal casino in Vegas! Plus, a casino billionaire is buying up land on Las Vegas Boulevard! Plus, two new game reviews just in time for Cinco de Mayo! [embedded content] The Las Vegas Palms is
Gaming test lab and product certification consultancy BMM Testlabs announced Monday that it presented a donation to the Intertribal Education Foundation at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention on April 21. Holly Billy, Tribal Services Manager, said: “This donation was part of our Next Generation initiative, where our goal is to make a difference in tomorrow’s
Gaming and hospitality giant MGM Resorts International has shared its report for the first quarter of 2022. The business delivered consolidated net revenues of $2.9 billion, compared to $1.6 billion in the prior-year quarter, representing an increase of 73%. Casino revenue increased 29% to $1.42 billion, while rooms revenue increased by 181% to $557.1 million.
The Michigan Gaming Control Board announced Monday the addition of fantasy contest operator license applications to its official website. The agency may now issue two types of licenses. An operator license is needed to conduct or offer fantasy contests for play, and a management company licensee handles the day-to-day fantasy contest operations for an operator.
Minnesota lawmakers are entering into the final three weeks of session. The adjournment deadline approaches, and Gov. Tim Walz stated he won’t call legislators into a special session if negotiations last past the final day of session. Among items to be resolved before this occurs is a sports betting legalization proposal. The House and Senate
Back in March, Bulgaria-based global developer of iGaming content EGT Interactive announced it is changing its name to Amusnet Interactive, which will see the introduction of new features and functionalities, the enrichment of its portfolio with new product verticals, among other developments. In an interview provided by the company, Vesselina Andreeva, Chief Operations Officer, shares an
Kindred Group announced Thursday it has renewed its investment in a program of Rangers Charity Foundation, backed by Rangers Football Club in Glasgow, Scotland. “Team Talk” program aims to support men’s mental wellbeing, through building resilience, improving social circles, enhancing confidence, increasing physical activity and helping adult men to feel more supported. Team Talk has already
Online betting and gaming company 888 announced Thursday a new partnership with provider of tamper-evident security solutions ECOSEC to use its biodegradable poker chip bags at all upcoming 888LIVE events, starting with 888poker LIVEBarcelona on May 12-23. 888poker will replace the essential, secure bags which were previously used with ECOSEC’s biodegradable, tamper-evident bags made from a
Grupo GI Euromex announced Monday the incorporation of Zitro’s MEGASHARE Lounge progressive system to its Mexican operations, reaching 500 cabinets deployed throughout the territory. MEGASHARE Lounge includes a range of features, among them one by which all players receive a prize whenever another player wins the MEGA jackpot. GRUPO GI EUROMEX incluye MEGASHARE Lounge y
Online gaming business Real Luck Group Ltd. -the parent company of esports, sports and casino gaming provider Luckbox- has shared financial results for the full year 2021. The business reported a net loss of $8.6 million ($6.7 million) for the year, while revenue remained minimal, at CAD $25,174, down 66.6% from 2020. “During fiscal 2021,
SBC has announced the names of the four industry pioneers who will join the Sports Betting Hall of Fame during this year’s SBC Summit North America conference in East Rutherford, New Jersey in July. The Sports Betting Hall of Fame was established in order to honor, preserve and perpetuate the names and outstanding accomplishments of personalities who have brought lasting success
Investment manager Beach Point Capital Management LP announced last Thursday a $30 million private credit investment in B2B gaming technology provider GAN Limited. Beach Point’s investment is set to help GAN develop proprietary gaming content, facilitate new B2B contracts, and expand into new markets. “GAN is at the forefront of online gaming and sports betting
Gaming technology and services provider BetConstruct is expanding its virtual sports portfolio, the company announced on Monday. The business is presenting Spin to Win, which it describes as a simple virtual bet-on game “that stands out with its own specifics.” The game of luck is based on the NRG system, with a new game round
Greyhound racing in the US is nearing its end. After the end of the 2022 season, in May, the Iowa Greyhound Park track in Dubuque will close for good, meaning that by the end of the year, there will only be two tracks left in the country. The sport reached its peak in the 1980s,
Emagine Entertainment announced Monday its Emagine Sports Lounge at Michigan’s Emagine Royal Oak movie theater will be rebranded Caesars Sportsbook Lounge Powered by Emagine. This comes after the two brands entered into a partnership, which intends to combine fan engagement opportunities at the Emagine Royal Oak venue, and create a base for Caesars Sportsbook to
Online casino content supplier CT Interactive has further extended its reach in the Italian market by signing a deal with Italian operator BetFlag, which was officially finalized at ICE London. The major content supply deal penned by CT Interactive will see the provider’s games dedicated to the Italian market go live with the online casino
New Northern Ireland legislation has allowed betting shops and bingo halls in the area to remain open later for the first time on a Sunday. This also implies they are now also allowed to open on Good Friday 2023, thus bringing gambling laws into line with the rest of the UK and the Republic of
A DC federal judge decided on Thursday to transfer to the Western District of Washington a lawsuit by cardroom operator Maverick Gaming LLCaccusing officials of allowing Native American tribes to hold a decades-old monopoly on gambling rights, reports Law 360. U.S. District Judge Florence Y. Pan ruled that she lacked the authority to resolve the