Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has proposed amendments to legislation aimed at legalizing and taxing skill games, introducing stricter regulations that could effectively restrict the operation of slots-like gambling machines in small businesses. The proposed amendments seek to overhaul a measure passed by the General Assembly in March. They include provisions for a higher tax rate
Month: April 2024
Fontainebleau is pulling in big name acts recently. Now, they will help fans see Smashing Pumpkins in Vegas this fall. The two-time Grammy Award-winning band recently announced several North American performances for 2024, including the stop at BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas. The show will take place Friday September 27th, 2024 with special guest
Following the recent legalization of slot machine-like games of skill in Virginia, the 2024 General Assembly session is currently home to the debate over Senate Bill 2012, passed to legalize electronic skill games. The bill proposed by state Sen. Aaron Rouse referred to as Rouse’s Bill, has recently passed the Senate on a 31-9 vote
iGaming content developer PopOK Gaming is introducing White Mustang, a new addition to its lineup of slot games. “Prepare to embark on an exhilarating journey through the untamed plains, where the spirit of the majestic Mustang runs free!” the company described the new adventure slot. Featuring a classic 5-reel, 3-row layout with 10 fixed lines,
The Anjouan license has experienced growth over the last few years, rising in the online gaming world from a relatively unknown jurisdiction to a highly sought-after hub. In his latest analysis, iGaming industry consultant Ron Mendelson, Fast Offshore, explores some of the key questions he receives daily. Over the last two years, the Anjouan license
Novomatic Americas is showcasing its product portfolio, complete with the latest company innovations, at booth #1236 at the Indian Gaming Association’s trade show, IGA 2024, which is being held this week from April 9 to 11 at the Anaheim Convention Center. At this year’s Novomatic Americas booth, the spotlight will be on cabinets, sports betting technology,
The Indian Gaming Association (IGA) has kicked off its Annual Convention by hosting the Chairman’s Golf Classic. The golf tournament was held to advance tribal education and to support the initiatives of the Native Forward Scholars Fund, which IGA describes as “a recognized leader” in empowering American Indian and Alaska Native students through higher education
FanDuel CEO Amy Howe said that the next effort to legalize sports betting in California will be under a unified approach with tribes. Her remarks were made during a panel discussion at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention in Anaheim, California, on Tuesday morning. Acknowledging past missteps and the importance of tribal partnerships, Howe emphasized that any
April 09, 2024 Hot on the heels of their Caribbean cruise escapades with the WPT Voyage, WPT Global Casino are pushing yet another stunning slots promo – and this time, the prize money totals over $315,000! With their new Crash & Win promotion, all WPT Global players need to do to get involved, is play
The Directorate General for Gambling Regulation (DGOJ) wants to spend more time researching various gambling disorders and problems, and the next step towards that goal is conducting detailed research about the matter and finding ways to help players across Spain. New research The body calls all interested companies to conduct their own research on disorders
Renowned Brazilian social media influencers Negrete and Ronald Lopes are set to participate in the BiS SiGMA Americas event, running from April 23rd to 25th. Hosted at the Transamerica Expo Centre in São Paulo, the new edition of the two-day expo and conference marks its return after a successful inaugural launch last year. Negrete, with four million
iGaming content supplier Pragmatic Play is gearing up to exhibit its products at this year’s BiS – SiGMA Americas. Returning to what the company calls “one of the most important Latin American events in the iGaming calendar,” the provider will be exhibiting at Stand M50 and N50 at São Paulo’s Transamerica Expo Center. Set to
Kalispel Casino, located in Cusick, Washington, is celebrating its fifth anniversary. Since opening its doors in April 2019, the casino has evolved into a center of entertainment and economic growth, as well as a driving force for the Kalispel Tribe’s dedication to philanthropy and engagement with the community, officials say. From its beginnings with 120 slots,
Online sports betting platform Betano, owned by Kaizen Gaming, will become the title sponsor of Campeonato Brasileiro Série A (the top division of Brazil’s soccer league system) as part of a three-year deal. The agreement will see the Confederation of Brazilian Football (CBF) receive around 80 million Brazilian reais ($16 million) per season. It is
The SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator has announced a new Live Game Tournaments feature within its Tournament Tool. The update extends the tool’s scope, “building on the success of slot tournaments in enhancing player engagement.” Internal SOFTSWISS research indicates a 22% increase in average daily bets per user with the Tournament Tool. Operators can now customize tournaments
The General Assembly of the American state of Maryland has failed to take action on the prospected legalization of online casinos in the state as it adjourned on April 8 without discussing the matter. That happened despite several stakeholders having expressed interest in that aspect, including iGaming suppliers, operators, vendors and lawmakers, all regarding the
April 10, 2024 After three days of play, the curtain has been drawn on the PokerStars Sunday Million 18th Anniversary (SMA). Brazil’s Mateus “CrossBreed17” Mendes bested the 39,226 entry field and claimed the title and $1 million first place prize. The tournament fell slightly short of the 40,000 entries required to hit the $8 million
April 10, 2024 Cash game players at Paddy Power Poker win up to €275 every day thanks to the Daily Cash Leaderboards. While the €175 awarded to Hold’em players and €100 dished out to Omaha players are not huge amounts, the fact you can win slices of those prize pools just for playing your usual
View image in fullscreen Social media and gambling have made death threats routine for college athletes Etan Thomas I was heckled during my time as a college player in the late 1990s. But young athletes today must endure an ocean of bile from all areas of the internet Throughout this year’s men’s and women’s NCAA
April 09, 2024 Erik Seidel proved once again that he’s still among the best in the world after taking down the first event of the 2024 U.S. Poker Open on Tuesday in Las Vegas. The $5,100 buy-in no-limit hold’em tournament, which attracted 116 entrants to the PokerGO Studio, paid out $145,000 to its winner. Seidel,