October 26, 2023 Attorneys for Shahram “Shawn” Sheikhan have pleaded with a Federal court judge to sentence the poker pro to probation instead of prison more than a year following a conviction for conspiracy to distribute marijuana. “Sheiky,” who competed in a few 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) events, entered a guilty plea on
Month: October 2023
A proposed class action lawsuit accusing major Las Vegas hotel operators, including MGM Resorts International, Caesars Entertainment, and others of conspiring to overcharge for room rates in violation of US antitrust law has been dismissed by Chief US District Judge Miranda Du in Nevada. In a 13-page order issued on Tuesday, Du cited “ambiguity” and “numerous deficiencies”
Britain’s oldest casino, Crockfords, has permanently closed after 195 years in operation. The exclusive gambling establishment ceased its operations this week, marking what its owners have described as the “end of an era.” Founded in 1828, this historic casino had encountered challenges in attracting its traditional affluent clientele. In September, Genting Group, the casino’s parent
October 26, 2023 RunGood Poker Series (RGPS) and its Road Trip tour rolls on to Cleveland with a stop at JACK Casino from November 2-12. The series will feature a $450 Series Opener ring event with a $100,000 guarantee and three opening flights, as well a $250 Ladies ring event sponsored by Poker League of
iGaming content provider Play’n GO has launched Monkey: Battle for the Scrolls, a new online slot set inspired by Chinese mythology and populated by legendary characters that must fight against evil. Players join the legendary Monkey King, Sun Wukong, as he battles demons and pursues the sacred scrolls held by malevolent forces. In Monkey: Battle for
iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has launched Starlight Princess 1000, a follow-up to player-favorite Starlight Princess that now boasts a multiplier of up to 1,000x. The artwork features colorful gems that appear on a 5×6 game grid, alongside the Starlight Princess herself standing adjacent to the reels. A tumble feature occurs with every winning
The Arizona Lottery announced that its “Arizona Adventure” advertising campaign has received the Gold award at the Graphis Advertising Awards 2024. “This recognition stands as a testament to the creative excellence and outstanding achievement in promoting player engagement and showcasing the natural beauty of the state,” said the lottery. The Arizona Adventure ticket and companion
Casino gaming provider Zitro announced that the Grand Casino of La Mancha, part of the Ballesteros Group, located in Toledo, Spain, has added Mighty Hammer to its entertainment offering. The multi-game, hosted on the Allure cabinet, offers players an “unparalleled experience with different emotions at each bonus link level it features,” according to Zitro. El Gran Casino
Members of Parliament from various political affiliations gained a deeper understanding of the regulated betting and gaming industry, and its contributions to employment, economic growth, and local communities, at informative sessions held by the Betting and Gaming Council during the conference season. During the Conservative Party Conference, the BGC hosted Stuart Andrew MP, the DCMS
Fly away on Halloween night to find tricks and treasure with the Rags to Witches online slot from Betsoft! This game features explosive progressive jackpots for lots of treats! A cackle splits the spooky night, and mysterious shadows fly across the full moon! The Rags to Witches slot is the latest 5-reel, 3-row video slot
Crockfords Casino, the iconic London property owned by the Genting gaming group, closes after 195 years of operations. The legendary home to high rollers closes over the owner’s allegations that the city of London fails to attract premium gamblers from around the world. Legendary High Rollers Venue Closes: The Crockfords Casino has hosted exclusive clientele
Kangwon Land Inc., the company behind the Kangwon Land Casino, the single resort venue in South Korea where is possible for local citizens to enter and gamble, has been imposed an overall fine of KRW3.23 billion, which is approximately US$2.39 million, for 182 cases of violations of anti-money laundering (AML) laws. Violations occurred during the
The cutting-edge mobile game developer OneTouch releases the Halloween Hunt slot game to invite players to join a spooky adventure and benefit from an array of slot features to run for as many as 100 Free Spins and numerous chances to win attractive prizes and spice up the festive experience. Experienced Developer’s Cut: The theme
As a part of its efforts to protect Australian players against illegal online gambling, The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) keeps pushing internet service providers (ISPs) to continue blocking illegal offshore gambling companies. Operators found in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 are Wild Blaster and BetUS, two crypto-friendly platforms packed with an
Ottawa Senators’ Shane Pinto hit with 41-game suspension for gambling American sorry after league hands down half-season suspension Pinto, 22, becomes first modern NHL player banned for gambling The NHL suspended Ottawa Senators forward Shane Pinto for 41 games on Thursday, making the 22-year-old American the first modern-day player banned for sports gambling. The league
Macau’s monthly visitor numbers experienced a notable drop in September, a 28.6% decline compared to the previous month, despite a remarkable 310% year-on-year surge, as reported by the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). In total, 2,301,056 visitors entered the gambling hub last month. The month-on-month decline in visitor numbers can be attributed to severe weather conditions,
Online gaming company Betsson has released record results for the third quarter of 2023, also marking the seventh quarter of sequential growth. The statistics show an increase in most financial metrics, with the casino vertical standing out. The group’s total revenue reached €237.6 million ($250.4 million), a jump of 19% compared to the same period
International Game Technology (IGT) has announced that it will present its lottery solutions at the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) 2023 annual conference, from October 31st – November 2nd in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. At booth 130, IGT will showcase its ‘Future Forward, Growth Driven’ approach with a full suite of digital tools,
EGT has signed a five-year partnership with the Morning Run race, an event traditionally organized by the Sports Club “Begach” in Borisova Gradina, Sofia. As part of the agreement, the run will be renamed as EGT Morning Run. Traditionally scheduled for the last Sunday of October, this year’s race will take place on October 29
The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) on October 25 declined an urgent bid to officially block a compact worth multi billion dollars between the Seminole Tribe and Florida to provide online sports wagering across the state. Sports wagering may soon be available in Florida: The aforementioned court order makes it very possible that