Swedish gambling authority Spelinspektionen and the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) have renewed their gambling-related Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to further solidify the collaboration between the two regulatory bodies. The extended MoU aims to continue fostering information sharing and cooperation on best practices in gambling regulation. This renewal builds upon an initial agreement between the two
Month: March 2024
Thailand’s House Committee on Casino Legalization has concluded its study, affirming the feasibility of regulation, and is poised to present its findings to parliament next week. Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat, who heads the special House committee, stated on Tuesday that the investigation had been finalized, yielding comprehensive insights into the matter, Bangkok Post reported.
Hard Rock Casino Rockford is banking on innovation as it pushes ahead with construction, aiming for an August 2024 completion date. The casino, spanning 180,000 square feet, is swiftly taking shape as construction crews work to meet deadlines. Geno Iafrate, president of Hard Rock Casino Rockford, expressed optimism about the project’s timeline, noting minimal weather-related
March 13, 2024 On Monday, Mike Matusow promised the “old school” version of “The Mouth” would appear on Hustler Casino Live. Two sessions of play later and he proved he wasn’t all talk. The four-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner first played on “Max Pain Monday,” a popular gimmicky weekly show that features
An iconic gaming and entertainment venue, Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, generated almost one fifth of the total gaming revenues in the state in February 2024. According to the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) data, Hard Rock reported $37.9 million in gaming win for the period to account for 19% of the $199.7 million total revenues
Casino gaming solutions provider CT Gaming announced that its Mermaid’s Quest multigame has received certification for the Bulgarian and Georgian markets. This certification paves the way for the multigame to be installed in gaming halls across both countries. The multigame offers an underwater adventure, featuring 12 titles, all of which are linked to a progressive jackpot.
Detroit’s three casinos – MGM Grand Detroit, MotorCity Casino, and Hollywood Casino at Greektown – reported $104.63 million in monthly aggregate revenue (AGR) for February 2024. Of the total, $104.76 million was generated from table games and slots, while retail sports betting saw a negative $124,853. MGM led the market shares for the month with 47%, followed by MotorCity at 30%
The Indian Gaming Association and iGaming Business have teamed up to launch the DigitalPlay Summit. Taking place from April 10 – 11 at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention in Anaheim, California, the summit seeks to connect the expertise of U.S. tribal and commercial operators with stakeholders from the world of online sports betting and
The Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana has officially revealed plans to expand its Coushatta Casino Resort by adding the newest luxurious hotel. In this sense, on March 20 at 10 a.m., a foundation stone laying ceremony will be held for the aforementioned hotel, marking the start of the property expansion project with the construction of fresh
After years of waiting, it is definite that Arkansas decided to issue the fourth and final casino license. The operators will likely be able to apply in early May, and before that, the legislation should be approved. New application process: On Monday, March 11, the Racing Commission approved the rules that will help in organizing
Lawyer Carlos Baeza, representative in Chile of the operators Betsson, Betano, Coolbet, Latamwin, BetWarrior, and 1xBet, questioned that the bill that seeks to regulate online gambling in the country proposes a block for brands that have operated in the 12 months before its entry into force. During an interview with Yogonet, Baeza commented on his
iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has released a new aquatic-themed slot, Beware in the Deep Megaways. In this latest Megaways release, treasure chests, harpoon spears, and other symbols of the deep take to the ever-changing reels, where “a single spin can trigger a tidal wave of consecutive wins,” according to the company. The shark wild strikes
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has unveiled the appointed members of its newly established Industry Forum, aimed at providing the Commission with valuable insights from key stakeholders within Britain’s gambling sector. Chaired by Nick Rust, OBE, former Chief Executive of the British Horseracing Authority, the Industry Forum comprises notable figures from various segments of the
New Jersey’s Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA) has appointed Sharon Dickerson as general counsel and chief legal officer, alongside Jerry Barnhart as the new director of the special improvement district division. Dickerson brings extensive experience to her new role, having previously served as assistant general counsel for CRDA for 13 years. Her return to the
On International Women’s Day, the European Lotteries (EL) reaffirmed its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace by unveiling its DEI Growth Environment, a learning module aimed at its members and designed to underscore the importance of gender inclusivity. Recognizing that DEI fuels organizational success by unlocking the potential of diverse talents,
Have you ever wondered if you’d survive in the Squid Game world? Now you can find out. As the launch of the second season of the popular Netflix show is getting closer, the renowned company Light & Wonder, Inc. decided to take its own twist on the globally famous Squid Game. The company’s newest release,
The state gaming, racing, and betting regulatory agency, Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG), reports that the sports betting handle in Arizona amounted to almost $706.4 million in January 2024. According to the report, the total amount wagered in the state in the subject month was around 19.5% higher on the year-on-year basis. The January 2024
Las Vegas casino-resort Silverton Casino Lodge opened its Circa-branded sportsbook on Monday. The launch marks the Circa brand’s fifth satellite location in southern Nevada, and the first in the southwest region. Bettor David McCovy placed the first bet on women’s college basketball just after a ribbon-cutting ceremony, betting $15,000 on Oklahoma to beat Iowa State. With
California’s Chicken Ranch Casino Resort has announced a partnership with Cyber Quest to provide an arcade experience when it opens in the summer of 2024. The arcade will offer a variety of games and prizes, catering to visitors of all ages. Located inside the all-new Chicken Ranch Casino Resort, the family-friendly arcade will feature redemption, crane
Gaming technology group Novomatic has announced its participation at the SAGSE LATAM event in Buenos Aires, set to gather stakeholders from the Latin America region for two days of networking and more. Novomatic, through its local Argentinian subsidiary, will be present at stand #158. During the two-day event, taking place from March 20-21, the company will showcase a