Opponents of indoor smoking at Atlantic City casinos are renewing their push in the new year. Americans for Nonsmokers’ Rights (ANR) and Casino Employees Against Smoking Effects (CEASE) have submitted public comments requiring smoke-free policies as part of the licensing process for all casino properties in New Jersey. The petition comes in response to proposed
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Gaming supplier Euro Games Technology (EGT) has revealed that its office in Argentina has a new director: Christian Graffigna, who took the position in December. Graffigna graduated from the UADE (Argentine University of Enterprise) and studied a PAD at the management school of the University of Piura in Peru and at the IESE Business School.
The Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise has announced the 13th-anniversary celebration of its third Navajo casino, Northern Edge Navajo Casino in the Upper Fruitland Chapter, near Farmington, New Mexico. Northern Edge Navajo Casino is celebrating throughout the month with cash and prize giveaways for guests and community members. In addition, on January 16 from noon until
In this article, iGaming industry consultant Ron Mendelson, Fast Offshore, seeks to debunk the top myths surrounding Costa Rican licenses, shedding light on the reality of operating a gaming license from the island. Costa Rica has long been a prime destination for businesses in various sectors, including iGaming and fintech. Its reputation as a business-friendly
The World Series of Poker and Caesars Entertainment have released the 2025 WSOP dates, and just like the past three years it will take place at Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas , located on the iconic Las Vegas Strip. The series will run from May 27 to July 16, with the prestigious “Main
Several Dutch professional football clubs could face a significant financial hit in 2025 due to a ban on gambling commercials and sponsorships that will come into effect from July 1st. According to the AD, 33 out of the 34 professional clubs in the country used gambling sponsorships in the last four years. Bas Raemakers of
Jeju Dream Tower, Lotte Tour’s flagship integrated resort in South Korea, achieved a 93.3% year-on-year increase in casino revenue in 2024. The resort’s casino operations generated KRW276.5 billion ($188 million), highlighting a strong post-pandemic recovery. However, hotel revenue declined by 7.8% to KRW84.5 billion ($57.4 million). The final month of 2024 saw casino revenue climb
Live casino solutions provider Imagine Live has announced the appointment of Martin Martirosyan as its new Group CEO. Martirosyan first joined the leadership team of the Digitain Group, founded by Vardges Vardanyan, as Deputy CEO in 2023, a role he will retain. With a PhD in Economics and a proven track record in business leadership, the company
Platform provider BETBY has become one of the first sportsbook suppliers to go live in the newly regulated Brazilian market after successfully achieving certification from Gaming Laboratories International (GLI). Having secured the necessary certification for the Brazilian market, BETBY notes that it is authorized to deliver its sportsbook solutions in what has become “one of
Bazk, the technology and payments company, launched a new episode of its Bazk On Air webinar series. Entitled ‘Navigating regulatory changes: Opportunities and challenges in the business landscape’, the episode was led by Flávia Pires, Director of Marketing and Sales, and featured Francis Richter, CEO of the company. In the podcast, Francis shared valuable insights
US sports betting is once again facing a challenge from the federal government, as US Senator Richard Blumenthal underscored the public health impacts of the widespread legalization of sports gambling in a hearing titled, “America’s High-Stakes Bet on Legalized Sports Gambling.” As mobile sports bets surge, Blumenthal called for minimum federal standards like those in
On Thursday, a coalition of California Native American tribes sued dozens of California cardrooms to stop them from offering Las Vegas-style card games like blackjack, just hours after Senate Bill 549 went into effect. The law, called the “Tribal Nations Access to Justice Act,” allows tribes to dispute the legality of certain games. The challenge
Fast Offshore is a trusted partner that proactively manages compliance to ensure clients can focus on what they do best—running and growing businesses. In this article, iGaming industry consultant Ron Mendelson explores how Fast Offshore takes the burden of compliance off its clients’ shoulders, enabling them to operate smoothly and confidently. In the highly regulated
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, KSA) enforced a new “General Policy of Fines” starting January 1, 2025, aiming to strengthen compliance and deter violations in the Dutch gambling industry. The updated framework introduces broader penalties, turnover-related fines, and a transparent calculation process. The fine policy encompasses violations under the Remote Gambling Act (KOA) and the Netherlands
As Mississippi lawmakers prepare to reconvene in Jackson for the 2025 legislative session, the contentious issue of online sports betting is expected to resurface. Despite a strong push in 2024, efforts to expand sports betting beyond retail locations ultimately faltered after legislative disagreements. In early 2024, the Mississippi House of Representatives approved House Bill 774,
Ohio sports bettors have once again shattered records, generating over $1 billion in total sports betting handle in November. This marked only the second time the Buckeye State has surpassed the billion-dollar milestone since legalizing sports betting in January 2023. The Ohio Casino Control Commission reported that the November handle totaled $1,024,326,837, driven by increased
The Las Vegas locals gaming market is expected to see modest growth in 2025, as operators face headwinds from softer same-store revenue trends and rising operational costs, according to a year-end analysis by Deutsche Bank. Gaming revenue is anticipated to grow at a favorable cadence, said Deutsche Bank analyst Carlo Santarelli. However, he cautioned
DraftKings and Fanatics Sportsbook have settled their high-profile legal battle over former DraftKings executive Michael Hermalyn’s move to the rival sportsbook. The confidential settlement, as reported by Reuters, finalized on December 22, brings an end to the litigation. The U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts dismissed the case with prejudice, meaning the issue
Affiliate business Gambling.com Group has completed the previously announced acquisition of Odds Holdings, Inc., the parent company of sports betting odds comparison site OddsJam. The purchase closed on January 1, 2025, “as planned and on schedule.” Upon announcing the deal in late 2024, Gambling.com Group billed the acquisition as a “strategic and substantial step” towards
Multi-national lottery operator Allwyn has agreed to acquire a 51% majority stake in Logflex MT Holding Limited, owner of online sports betting and gaming group Novibet. The company is set to pay an initial €217 million ($225 million) in cash as part of the deal, plus €110 million in potential performance-based earnouts. The acquisition, announced