iGaming software supplier SOFTSWISS has announced its participation in the SiGMA Europe Summit 2024, set to take place at the Malta Maritime Hub from November 12 – 14. With 1,000 exhibitors, the event will host 27,000 delegates from the online gaming industry and beyond. After celebrating its Grand Anniversary in Portugal, SOFTSWISS is returning to Malta
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Sportsbet, Australia’s largest sports betting operator, has quietly halted its novelty betting markets, including odds on reality TV shows, celebrity events, and music competitions such as the Grammys and Triple J’s Hottest 100. The suspension, which has been in place since early August, comes as the company faces a government investigation in South Australia and
Hello friends! Hard Rock Las Vegas is going up as the Tropicana has come down! Plus, all of Las Vegas is bracing for the big Formula 1 race! We’re reporting from the Las Vegas Strip with a look at the demolition work and the race course, plus more rumors that could bring an NBA team
Protective Force International (PFI), an armed private security firm, has partnered with 18 Las Vegas casinos to bolster security efforts during a busy November, which will see a surge of visitors due to multiple high-profile events, including the national election, FEMA activities, the Formula 1 race, and the Neon City Festival. Jonathan Alvarez, CEO of
The Arkansas Supreme Court on Monday dismissed part of a lawsuit challenging a ballot measure aimed at revoking a casino license in Pope County, a contentious issue that has divided communities and drawn millions of dollars in campaign spending. The court unanimously rejected claims that the ballot initiative violated state laws on signature gathering, including
iGaming content supplier Pragmatic Play has launched Release the Kraken Megaways, the latest installment to its popular sea-themed series. In this six-reel slot with up to 117,649 ways to win, “the Kraken wild roams the reels.” When three or more wilds land in the base game, a respin is awarded and the wilds move to
Last Thursday, October 10, the Yogonet team was surprised to see the company’s name among the betting sites considered ‘irregular’ by the Brazilian authorities, which were to be blocked at the request of the Brazilian Ministry of Finance. The reason for the surprise is obvious: Yogonet is not, nor has it ever been a sportsbook.
At the SBC Summit Lisbon, gaming content provider SYNOT Games showcased its latest innovations and gaming portfolio to a global audience, reinforcing its commitment to growth in regulated markets. The event, held from September 24-26, provided an ideal platform for the company to highlight key offerings, including its newest game, All Ways Queen, and the introduction of its
As Alabama gears up for its 2025 legislative session, a newly pre-filed bill is seeking to significantly increase the penalties for illegal gambling operations. The legislation, championed by Rep. Matthew Hammett (R-Dozier), comes in response to repeated instances of illegal gambling, particularly in areas like Covington County, where current laws have proven insufficient to deter
Crown Melbourne has been fined AU$2 million ($1.3 million) by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) for allowing 242 self-excluded individuals to place bets over an eight-month period, in breach of the state’s Casino Control Act. The breaches, which occurred between October 2023 and May 2024, were the result of system failures rather
SiGMA Europe announced that it is expanding its floor plan with an additional 15,000 square meters of exhibition space indoors as well as outdoors ”in response to overwhelming demand from the international gaming community.” Being held for the second time at the Malta Maritime Hub (MMH), the entire venue spans 45,000 square meters, with ample quiet
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier has announced plans to address France’s national debt and increase social security contributions through higher taxes, with the gambling industry expected to bear much of the burden. His proposal would see the already heavily taxed land-based and online gambling sectors facing even steeper levies. The proposed tax hike would increase
Gambling law and regulation conference Regulating the Game announced that Jamieson O’Reilly, CEO and Lead Hacker at Dvuln, will deliver a keynote titled Oceans 11 Downunder: How I Hacked Australia’s Two Biggest Casinos (Legally) at the 2025 edition of the conference in Sydney. In this keynote, O’Reilly will take attendees behind the scenes of how he
Gaming technology provider BetConstruct has announced that its team is now able to assist partners in acquiring the Tobique Gaming Licence. Issued by the Tobique First Nation of New Brunswick, Canada, the license is subject to a vigorous regulatory framework and responsible gaming practices. The license is overseen by the Tobique Gaming Commission. Operators holding
As digital platforms increasingly dominate industry discussions, it’s important not to overlook the major transformations taking place in traditional sectors such as lotteries and land-based casinos. The upcoming SBC Summit Latinoamérica promises a unique opportunity for 4,000 delegates to explore these changes, understand evolving player behaviors, and gain insights that can help them modernize their offerings
Online gaming and sports betting brand OlyBet has been named an Official Partner of the Open de France, which began on October 10, at Le Golf National, just outside of Paris, France. An expansion of its existing partnership with DP World Tour, OlyBet’s sponsorship of the event will see the European brand earn visibility on the course,
Alphawin has been confirmed as a category sponsor for the BEGE Awards 2024. The ceremony will take place on November 27 at Club Black & White in the Grand Hotel Millennium, Sofia, and promises to celebrate the best of gaming excellence. The BEGE Expo, celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, is set to bring together top innovators and industry
Muckleshoot Casino Resort has been voted the top casino in the Seattle Times’ Best in the PNW People’s Choice Polls. The property won multiple gold, silver, and bronze awards across various categories. Gold recognition included categories such as Best Casino, Best Table Games, Best Paying Slots, Best Hotel, Best Steakhouse – Smoke & Cedar, among
Macau’s casino operators reported a sharp increase in suspicious transactions during the first nine months of 2024, with over 3,000 reports filed, representing a 30% rise compared to the same period last year, according to official data. A total of 3,041 suspicious transactions were flagged by casinos between January and September, up from 2,335 reports
The Netherlands saw its gambling revenue rise by 21.2% in 2023, reaching €4 billion ($4.36 billion), according to the country’s regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA). However, concerns persist about illegal gambling, as new data suggests that players are spending significantly more on unauthorized sites. While the KSA estimates the country’s channelization rate — the proportion of players