Month: July 2023

iGaming content provider BGaming is giving its players “the chance to roll their way to victory” in its latest release, Dice Bonanza. The slot aims to boost the traditional experience of classic table games by offering “a higher chance of winning and a huge €375,000 ($415.500) max win.” Adding to BGaming’s slots dice portfolio, the

iGaming provider Amusnet is eyeing further European expansion, having now opened new regional offices in Belgium and the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, and Greece. As part of its global business strategy, Amusnet is expanding its group of companies by opening new offices in Eindhoven, Rome, Madrid, and Athens. The company states that this strategic move will allow

New license holder for the UK Fourth National Lottery License Allwyn has outlined the next steps for retailers ahead of the changeover, set to take place on February 1, 2024. After the ongoing site surveys, where all retailers are being visited for future equipment upgrades, Allwyn will contact retailers as the next step. The lottery

iGaming software solutions provider SOFTSWISS has shared its experience in implementing artificial intelligence (AI) tools into its everyday practice. The supplier says that AI has proven to be “a valuable asset,” revolutionizing real-time data analysis, player management, content personalization, and design. SOFTSWISS notes that its Anti-Fraud team within its Managed Services played “a pivotal role”

Apple, Meta, and Google have challenged a 2022 ruling from U.S. District Judge Edward Davila of San Jose, California, warning the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals that the entire internet economy could be at risk if online platforms can be held liable for processing users’ purchases of virtual chips used in casino game apps.

The UK Government and the UK Gambling Commission have launched the much-awaited public consultation process on the gambling white paper, marking the next step toward the reform of gambling laws. The consultation will look at how to conduct financial risk checks for problem gambling and at what level stake limits should be set for people

The Virginia Lottery has approved a preliminary application from the city of Richmond and RVA Entertainment Holdings, a joint venture of Churchill Downs Incorporated and Urban One, to include once again a casino proposal on the ballot for voters in the city this November. The renewed push comes after the Richmond City Council voted in

iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play is expanding its deal with Betsson Group as the operator takes Spanish-language Roulette live with one of its brands, Betsafe. The companies note that Betsafe is gearing up to expand further into Latin America, with the deal expected to enable Betsson to leverage the reach of Pragmatic Play, whose titles

Rocky Mount in North Carolina could potentially become the host city of a land-based casino as Republican leaders of the General Assembly work on plans to expand gambling in the state, potentially leading to four new gambling properties across NC. Meanwhile, citizens are weighing in on the impacts casino gambling could have.  Legislative leaders are working

Seasoned hospitality industry executive Cliff Atkinson is set to take over as the president of Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. The resort casino announced the appointment Wednesday, and Atkinson will officially assume his role next Monday. Atkinson supplants Richard Bosworth of ownership group JC Hospitality as the property’s top official. Bosworth stepped down on March 31,

Las Vegas casino mogul Steve Wynn is set to pay $10 million to end his ongoing fight over claims of sexual misconduct. His extended legal conflict with Nevada gambling regulators, which revolves around claims of workplace misconduct, is expected to end today, Thursday, July 27, with a settlement calling for him to pay the millionaire

Casinos lose about $5 billion annually due to outdated Casino Management System (CMS) enrollment methods, a new study from casino loyalty and technology developer Acres Manufacturing Company says. The findings are part of a new position paper Acres released as part of its ongoing series exploring the state of casino loyalty tech. The position paper

The landscape of the iGaming industry is continuously evolving, and with recent changes to the Curacao licensing regime, operators are seeking alternative options to establish their online gambling ventures. One name that has been gaining significant traction is the Anjouan iGaming license, says Ron Mendelson, Fast Offshore. With increased interest in setting up online gambling

US sports betting giant FanDuel has announced it appointed Alison Kutler as the company’s Vice President, Sustainability & Responsible Gaming. Under her new role, Kutler will be responsible for accelerating FanDuel’s responsible gaming (RG) and sustainability strategy, “reflecting the company’s continued emphasis on building a best-in-class customer protection framework.” Kutler will lead the company’s RG organization

Oklahoma Republican attorney general Gentner Drummond has accused Governor Kevin Stitt of failing to follow state law and said that he is stepping into a long-running legal dispute over tribal gambling agreements Stitt signed three years ago. Drummond said that he is joining the lawsuit to represent the state’s interest at the request of House Speaker