On 14 December 2023, a leading casino and entertainment operator Sun International reportedly entered a deal to acquire casino and hotel group Peermont in South Africa for the purchase price consideration of around R7.3 billion (US$400 million). Unique Growth Opportunity: As reported by News24, Sun International considers the deal a unique growth opportunity. The acquisition
Month: December 2023
Shares in Tabcorp, a flagship Australian gambling company/provider of betting and gaming products and services based in Melbourne, were on their way for the “best day ever” on December 18, following an event in which the firm officially managed to win an exclusive rights to the newest wagering and betting license in the State of
Hard Rock International and the Tejon Indian Tribe celebrated the groundbreaking of an upcoming hotel and casino located at Highway 166 and Sabodan Road West, in Kern County, California. The celebration featured a commemorative shovel groundbreaking with Hard Rock representatives, Tejon Indian Tribe leadership, general membership, and statewide and local community leaders. The resort is
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has officially announced Charles Mizzi as the incoming Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Carl Brincat, with effect from January 26, 2024. Mizzi’s appointment, in terms of Article 6(2)(a) of the Gaming Act (Cap. 583 of the Laws of Malta), follows a selection process and a public call issued on October 30,
iGaming software solutions supplier SOFTSWISS becomes a headline partner of the Official VIP Opening Party EVOLVE by Fire & ICE 2024, to take place February 6. The event will gather 5,000 industry leaders to spend six hours networking at Magazine London as ICE London 2024 unfolds, to be held February 6 – 8 at ExCeL London.
Marketplace technology and media company WagerWire announced that it will launch its trading functionality soon for the upcoming NFL postseason with RealTime Fantasy Sports, a hub for fantasy sports competitions that has been operating since 1995. The launch will bring about the first-ever real money trading marketplace for fantasy contests, according to WagerWire, which provides a marketplace
IGT has announced that Tim Rishton, Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, will retire at the end of 2024, following 29 years with the company. Rishton will be succeeded by David Morgan, who will take on the role on January 1, 2024. During 2024, Rishton will support this leadership transition. “On behalf of the
Flutter-owned Sportsbet has announced a five-year partnership with Melbourne Racing Club (MRC), set to start on January 1, 2024, which includes the sports betting brand becoming the naming rights partner for the Caulfield Cup Carnival and the Caulfield Cup. The MRC is a not-for-profit members club with over 12,000 members and conducts more than 80
Major League Baseball (MLB) has partnered with EPIC Global Solutions and Entain Foundation U.S. to enhance its educational efforts aimed at Minor League players regarding the prevention of gambling-related harm. EPIC will provide lived experience educational sessions focusing on responsible gaming and mental health for Minor League players and other selected MLB staff members. Meanwhile, Entain Foundation U.S., Entain’s non-profit
GameOn, a fantasy sports platform that partners with leagues on web3 games, has entered into a software development and support agreement with Sportsology. The collaboration follows a previously announced letter of intent, marking a step forward in the companies’ plans of leveraging web3 technology for gaming experiences. The agreement is poised to drive $2.3 million from
The government of Liechtenstein has extended the ban on online gambling until the end of 2028. The decision to delay online operators from obtaining licenses means the continuing inaccessibility of iGaming in the country, despite the legalization of gambling in 2010. Furthermore, Liechtenstein has entered into an agreement with Switzerland for sharing information on banned
The Canadian Gaming Summit is slated to return to the Metro Toronto Convention Center from June 18-20th, 2024. The Canadian gaming and betting industry event aims to act as a central hub for industry leaders “seeking to enhance their understanding and strengthen their footprint in the dynamic Canadian market.” Held by SBC in continued collaboration
December 18, 2023 All around, chips were being cleared into boxes, tables were emptying, and the confetti was already blasted out of cannons as the winner of the Main Event was announced. But over in a quiet corner of the Hilton Prague, the final table of the €10,300 High Roller was still running and it
December 17, 2023 During the Day 3 session, we asked the question, will there be a repeat winner in the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship. That answer is no after Eliot Hudon, the defending champion, was eliminated late in the day in 186th place for $27,000. Hudon won it last year for $4.1 million,
December 17, 2023 It’s been coming, but Mystery Bounty tournament will finally debut on PokerStars over the course of the upcoming New Year Series. The festival is scheduled to run from December 24 until January 16 with $35 million in guarantees. Featuring a 350-event schedule of traditional low, medium and high buy-in levels, players of
December 17, 2023 Going back-to-back in one of the largest poker tournaments ever — no chance, right? Don’t be so sure about it. Eliot Hudon, who won the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship last year for $4.1 million, still has a shot at a repeat on Day 3. The task to win any tournament
December 17, 2023 The road to PokerStars European Poker Tour glory always has plenty of twists and turns, and the record-breaking EPT €5,300 Prague Main Event was no exception. Jon Kyte, who had led the tournament from Day 3, entered the finale with 229 big blinds and a historic chip lead, one that was assumed
December 17, 2023 While the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise proved to be a success, an unfortunate situation has come to light regarding an error at the final table of the $5,300 Main Event. PokerMedia Australia has reported that during three-handed play, Australian poker pro Daniel Neilson paid an extra 10 million in chips
December 17, 2023 One of the final events of the 2023 PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Prague has wrapped, with Pablo Silva defeating Sweden’s Mounir Tajiou heads up to claim the €10,200 NL Hold’em II title. The tournament attracted a total of 46 entries, with only the top six sharing a prize pool of €446,200.
Sports wagering and internet gambling hit new record levels last month in New Jersey. The primary reason for this is the constant evolution and decreasing dependence on brick-and-mortar casinos of the regulated gambling market in Atlantic City. Record levels: Over $171.5 million was earned from slots and online table games by the technology allies of