International Game Technology (IGT) announced Thursday that it has been awarded a gold medal sustainability rating from sustainability rating agency EcoVadis. This gold medal rating positions IGT among the top 5% of global companies assessed by Ecovadis for its comprehensive sustainable business practices. IGT’s sustainability program was assessed under the EcoVadis criteria using 21 benchmarks within the categories
Month: February 2024
February 19, 2024 Following the departure of Kalidou Sow in 2021, there had been no French representation amongst the PokerStars Team Pro roster. As a nation, France is poker crazy and has produced some of the biggest names in the industry, such as Bertrand Grospellier and Antoine Saout, so it has been quite the surprise
Entain-owned betting brand Ladbrokes has entered into a regional sponsorship deal with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in Australia and New Zealand. The two-year agreement will see Ladbrokes displayed prominently in the Octagon and UFC broadcasts in the two countries. Additionally, Ladbrokes will collaborate with UFC athletes on separate ambassadorial deals to create exclusive content
UK-based game studio Blueprint Gaming has unveiled its latest release, Cash Strike Jackpot King, mixing “classic slot charm with a fiery Cash Bonus” that enables players with an opportunity for unlimited collects. The 3×3 title consists of a vibrant background, with flames engulfing the traditional fruit symbols, supported by the addition of a strong feature set
Albania’s parliament has voted to reinstate online gambling after imposing a blanket ban in 2018. The new legislation permits online-only sports betting, managed by ten designated companies vetted by a specialized “Commission of Licenses,” in charge of setting out the criteria for election. “Online sports bets are bets placed on dedicated, authorized, and monitorable websites,
New research by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming, commissioned by iDEA Growth, challenges concerns about casino cannibalization, asserting that the legalization of online casinos may, in fact, benefit existing brick-and-mortar establishments in a state. The study reveals that land-based casino revenue experiences an average quarterly increase of 2.44% after the introduction of mobile casino apps, based
A pioneering gaming company, Betsson, has entered the acquisition deal with the online casino operator Holland Gaming Technology. The €27.5million deal will reportedly also see the casino’s game development vertical Holland Power Gaming integrated into Betsson’s operations, as well as enable the prominent gaming hub to take advantage of the Holland Gaming’s license to operate
The 2024 Belmont Stakes, which will be held at Saratoga Race Course in New York State, seems to be very popular among visitors since the tickets were sold out in only one day. The resale market is thriving as well, and the prices keep rising to hundreds of dollars since many people want to see
New Jersey managed to officially break 4 crucial gambling income records during the first month of 2024, indicating that 2024 is off to a great start for everything but for in-person gambling in the said state, i.e. the cash that casinos earn from in-person players. New records: The overall casino-sports wagering-internet income, the overall sum
One of the leading software developers in the market, Swintt, partners with the renowned Light & Wonder to strengthen its position in the global market by offering its thrilling slot releases across various key markets all over the world. A range of popular titles: Swintt is famous for its unique releases such as Electric Elements
February 19, 2024 Poker tournament players want juicy guarantees on the events they play. It is only natural to want to play for big money. Online poker sites spend much time creating guarantees that are ambitious but also likely to be reached. WPT Global is doing things differently across five of its most popular tournaments,
Most of us are familiar with the growing online gambling industry, which according to reports, revenue for the market worldwide is expected to reach US$107.30 billion this year. The result of that is to see a market volume of US$138.10 billion by 2028 with a 6.51 percent annual growth rate (CGAR 2024-2028). Suffice it to
Betsson Group has announced the acquisition of Dutch-licensed operator Holland Gaming Technology and game studio Holland Power Gaming, which develops casino games for Holland Gaming Technology. The deal, valued at EUR 27.5 million ($29.6 million), is set to expand Betsson’s foothold in the Dutch market. Holland Gaming Technology holds a license for casino games in
On Friday (16), before the commemoration of World Responsible Gaming Day, Colombian gaming regulator Coljuegos announced the upcoming launching of a document that determines a public policy on Responsible Gaming, making Colombia the first Latin American country to present a statute of such characteristics. Through this public policy, Coljuegos seeks to protect players, strengthen the sector,
Alpha Affiliates has announced its attendance at the SiGMA Eurasia 2024 event where it will present an exclusive payment offering for their 1Red Casino. The company will also release casino offers in the MENA region at the event, taking place at Festival Arena by the Intercontinental Hotel Festival City in Dubai from 25th to 27th
February 19, 2024 Cast your mind back to November 14, 2022. PokerNews published an article detailing the PokerStars $5,200 Titans Event victory for Brazilian sensation Rodrigo “seijistar” Seiji. Seiji walked away with $93,118 that day. He then won the same tournament in July 2023 for $82,083. Fast-forward to the present and Seiji has done it
Gaming testing and certification services provider Gaming Laboratories International has announced the promotion of three long-standing employees to the position of Director of Engineering across various international markets. Harinder Grewal, Antonio Grida Cucco, and David Jimenez Gracia have been appointed Directors of Engineering with additional responsibilities in their regional areas and in the global oversight of
Nearly 700 employees of Resorts World Casino at Aqueduct have expressed strong opposition to a bill seeking to legalize online betting in New York. In a signed letter, the workers criticized state Sen. Joe Addabbo, Chairman of the Senate committee on racing, gaming, and wagering, who has been advocating for gaming legislation since 2019, the
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has released its casino gambling and sports betting revenue report for January. Total taxable revenue for the month from both activities was $164.67 million, indicating a slight increase from December’s $163.6 million. The combined gross gaming revenue (GGR) from the state’s three casinos – Plainridge Park Casino, MGM Springfield, and Encore Boston Harbor – for the month was approximately $93.54 million.
The US Department of the Interior has announced a final rule to update the federal regulations regarding Class III Indian gaming compacts. According to the DOI, the updated regulations provide clearer guidance for tribes and states to negotiate gaming compacts required by the Indian Gaming and Regulatory Act, and more “transparent and orderly” processes for tribes