The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) has granted Northside Crown Gaming, a subsidiary of DraftKings, a four-year master sports wagering license. This permit allows for retail betting operations at its sportsbook adjacent to Chicago’s Wrigley Field, the city’s oldest professional sporting venue. The license granted to Northside Crown Gaming will be subject to review and reapproval in
Month: April 2024
The upcoming SBC Summit North America, to be held at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in New Jersey next month, has announced its lineup of conference headliners. Scheduled for May 8, the event’s first full day, speakers in the exclusive “Leaders” track are set to address a diverse array of issues impacting the gambling sector. Kicking
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is set to convene discussions with key stakeholders in the football betting sector following reports of discrepancies in data used to settle wagers, as reported by the BBC. Andrew Rhodes, CEO of the UKGC, emphasized the importance of ensuring accuracy and fairness in decisions affecting football betting outcomes. Concerns have
Iowa and Iowa State athletes decided to enter a battle against the state and hired attorneys Van Plumb and Matthew Boles to file a civil lawsuit against the state and its public safety and criminal investigation agencies on Friday, April 26, 2024. The reason for that is the alleged violation of their Fourth and 14th
Gaming and Leisure Properties has reported its financial results for the first quarter of the year. For the period ended March 31, the real estate investment trust (REIT) reported $376 million in revenue, up by 5.8% from the same quarter last year, slightly surpassing the analysts’ expectations of $368.78 million. As a result, the firm has updated its
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) has announced plans to introduce a Capella Hotels and Resorts property in the Greater Bay Area by mid-next year. This venture marks the first Capella establishment in the region. The forthcoming property, Capella at Galaxy Macau, is described as a “gilded mansion” in a statement released by the casino operator. Spanning
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev has signed a decree legalizing betting activities in the country starting from January 1, 2025. As per the information shared by the Ministry of Justice, the new law is aimed at curbing the outflow of money from the country and addressing issues related to gambling addiction, reports Kun.uz News. The
Today marked the grand opening of the new ESPN Bet branded sportsbook and restaurant at Hollywood Casino in Detroit, Michigan. Spanning 4,500 square feet on the upper floor of the casino, this sportsbook represents their inaugural retail location within the PENN Entertainment network. Boasting state-of-the-art betting kiosks, expansive big-screen TVs, a captivating 30-foot video wall,
One of the leading content providers in the iGaming industry, Pragmatic Play, adds another sweet slot release to its impressive portfolio of games. The newest release, Candy Blitz Bombs, is a sequel to another of the company’s hit releases, Candy Blitz. Improved playing experience: The game is placed across a 6×5 grid, which allows more
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR) revealed on April 28 that it managed to hit an all-time record in gaming revenue of Php25.24bln, roughly US$437m, for the 3-month period leading to March 31 of this year. This represents an annual growth of 42.6% and is higher by 17.4% than in the December quarter. Maintaining
The Indonesian government is setting up a task force to address online gambling. The task force involves the cooperation of various ministries and agencies including Interpol to handle cross-border cases, as per a report from Bernama – Malaysian National News Agency. The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (Kominfo) said in a statement issued on
Global bookmaker 1xBet has shared an assessment of its recent participation at the SiGMA Americas 2024 event. Deemed by the company as “the largest industry forum in Latin America”, the expo ran from April 23 to 25 and gathered over 1,000 affiliates, 200 speakers, and 1,000 gambling operators at the Transamerica Expo Center in Sao Paulo,
Gaming provider CT Gaming will showcase its latest products during the Belgrade Future Gaming exhibition, which will take place on May 28th and 29th in Belgrade, Serbia. At its booth, the company, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, will present “a curated selection of products and solutions tailored to the preferences of local customers.” CT
Downtown Las Vegas hotel-casino Downtown Grand has reached a settlement of $720,000 to resolve allegations of disability discrimination and retaliation in a lawsuit with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The agreement stems from claims that the establishment discriminated against its employees on multiple occasions dating back to at least 2018. Among the cited infractions were failures
Crown Resorts has announced plans to cut up to 1000 jobs across its three casinos as part of a significant restructure aimed at mitigating economic challenges and ensuring competitiveness against leading casinos in Asia. Chief Executive Officer Ciaran Carruthers revealed on Monday that the company would reorganize operations in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth, resulting in
Renowned NFL quarterback Dan Marino, a nine-time Pro Bowl selection and former Miami Dolphin, is slated to participate in the upcoming SBC Summit North America, headlining a keynote panel that will offer insights into his career and philanthropic endeavors. Scheduled to kick off the ‘Industry and Growth’ track, the Audience With Dan Marino keynote is
William Hill has been announced as the new Official Betting Partner of the Qipco Guineas Festival, the first UK Classic meeting of the season. It’s the latest addition to William Hill’s spring racing roster, following sponsorship of the Lincoln at Doncaster, the Punchestown Champion Chase, and its status as the Official Betting Partner of the Randox
iGaming content provider Play’n GO has announced a partnership with gaming brand PokerStars for the state of Pennsylvania, thereby expanding their relationship into a third US state. The studio’s games are now live with the operator. The launch follows agreements in the states of Michigan and New Jersey, as well as teaming up for a Michigan-exclusive
iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has expanded its partnership with Betsson Group by introducing an exclusive dedicated Live Casino studio featuring a mix of premium Blackjack and Roulette tables. Incorporating the features of Pragmatic Play’s Live Casino games, including multiplayer mode, chat functionality, and bet behind, the nine custom-built tables have been “uniquely crafted to immerse
Last year, SBC announced the relocation of its flagship event to Lisbon. Set against the backdrop of the Feira Internacional de Lisboa, SBC Summit, scheduled for the 24-26 of September, anticipates an attendance of 25,000, introduces three new summits and expands across a sprawling show floor spanning 100,000m2, boasting 600 exhibitors and representatives from the global sports betting and iGaming
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