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Month: March 2024
The latest record in completed brackets in ESPN Men’s Tournament Challenge seems to make the term March Madness self-explanatory. Indeed, the 22.6 million bets placed on the games scheduled for the 2024 edition of the popular NCAA basketball tournament on 22 March exceeds the last year’s record by 13 percent to set the new all-time-high
Penta Investments is considering a potential sale of Fortuna Entertainment Group, its betting and gaming operator. The investment group confirmed that it is collaborating with JPMorgan to explore options for Fortuna, the largest betting firm in Central and Eastern Europe, Reuters reported. The process “underscores Penta’s commitment to meticulously evaluating alternative avenues for the future development
CT Interactive is a finalist at the Italian Gaming Awards 2024 in the Casino Content Provider category, the company announced on Thursday. With this nomination, CT Interactive was chosen by industry experts as one of the top providers in the field. “Recognized for its innovation and quality, the brand stands out for its captivating gaming
The upcoming EEGS conference, happening in parallel with the BEGE expo on November 27 – 28 in the Inter Expo Center in Sofia, Bulgaria, is set to engage industry professionals from across Europe to discuss crucial topics in its 2024 edition. The events have now released the enhanced concept for this year’s meeting. “This event creates a
As the New South Wales authorities continue to monitor the implementation of the cultural change within Star Entertainment Group requested after non-compliance allegations, Robby Cooke, the chief executive officer of Star Entertainment Group, has officially resigned from the position held since 2022. As Sydney Morning Herald (SMH) reports, Cooke’s resignation comes as a consequence of
Sports betting in Florida still draws the attention of the public. Ever since gambling on sports is permitted in the state, the affairs continue. The most recent news is that the opponents of sports betting in the state lost the battle against a Seminole Tribe. The tribe signed an agreement with the state that allows
Gaming supplier SMEs (small and medium enterprises) in Macau’s gaming industry feel that adopting a more lenient regulatory framework akin to the Philippines could benefit them. “Compared to Macau, the Philippines offers more freedom for business,” sales manager Felicity Cai from Han Xin Industry (Macau) Limited, a gaming supplier registered locally, was quoted as saying to Macau
Global gaming brand FBM received two awards at the ASEAN Gaming Summit. The accolades include the “Outstanding Contribution to the Industry in the Field of Corporate Social Responsibility” award bestowed upon the FBM Foundation, and the recognition of Pepe Costa, Philippines Country Manager at FBM, as an “Outstanding Leader.” The Asia Gaming Awards is part
Bally’s Corp. is intensifying preparations for the impending closure and demolition of the historic Tropicana resort on the Las Vegas Strip. Following the resort’s closure on April 2, a 10-foot demolition wall is slated to be constructed around the site. Clark County issued a permit for the 5,098-foot enclosure, with an estimated cost of $500,000,
Online gaming player acquisition services provider Gambling.com Group announced Tuesday the closing of a new credit facility with Wells Fargo Bank in the principal amount of $50 million. Credit facilities are a type of pre-approved loan that allows the borrower to borrow money on an ongoing basis over an extended period. Gambling.com’s credit facility is expected to be used for
According to our friends at the American Gaming Association, legal betting at regulated sportsbooks this years March Madness betting is expected to exceed $2.7 billion, which would make the total nearly twice as much as what was bet on the Super Bowl this year. Of course, the Super Bowl was just one game, while this
March 22, 2024 With over 10 million monthly players, Spribe’s Aviator is a casino game reaching new heights. And, never ones to ignore soaring popularity (or puns) here at PokerNews, we decided to take a closer look at this lofty casino smash that has jetted to the top of the charts. What is the Aviator
March 22, 2024 Stanley Grandon is a former leading ophthalmologist (eye doctor) who spent 45 years helping others. These days, Grandon spends his days on the golf course, playing poker and following his passion for painting. Two of Grandon’s favorite pastimes have combined, resulting in him creating unique paintings that put the viewer in the
Gaming Innovation Group (GIG) has revealed the signing of a pair of agreements for its new sportsbook SportX and iGaming platform CoreX in Argentina and Spain, as its innovative X-Suite solutions continue to impress leading operators in regulated markets in Latin America and Europe. New alliances: The 1st alliance revealed is with reputable sports-wagering, online
Betsson.sport has announced the launch of its new sports infotainment platform in Italy, with Italian football legend Francesco Totti as its ambassador. The platform delivers exclusive content, interviews, news and highlights across various sporting disciplines. Additionally, Betsson.sport introduces the initiative ‘Betsson Sports Club,’ inviting teams to join and gain visibility and support alongside other participating teams. This club
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has called upon the state’s Horse Racing Commission to oppose the automatic renewal of casino gaming compacts set to expire in 2034. Stitt’s move comes in the wake of 2019 licensure action that led to the contentious renewal of the state’s Model Tribal Gaming Compact, sparking legal debates and industry scrutiny.
The authorities of SAGSE Latam 2024 closed yesterday the event’s 32nd edition in Buenos Aires, giving a very positive review of what was experienced this week at the Hilton Hotel & Convention Center. “The outcome is, undoubtedly, very positive. We worked to offer an exclusive event of a high international level, designed to be productive
iGaming content supplier Pragmatic Play has launched its latest cluster pays slot, introducing roaming wilds in Fire Portals. The new high-volatility game is set on a 7×7 grid “adorned with emblems of magic and mystery,” where five or more symbols must connect horizontally or vertically to award a win. Every time a win occurs, the
Gaming content and technology supplier Inspired Entertainment has announced the launch of its virtual sports products in Spain with gaming company Luckia, the commercial entity of Luckia Gaming Group. The group offers a combination of sports betting, online gambling, casinos, bingos, game rooms, and slot machines in bars and restaurants across the jurisdiction. As a result