May 23, 2024 The World Poker Tour (WPT) is expanding its Season XXII schedule with a brand-new festival taking place in Cyprus this fall. The WPT Prime Cyprus festival, running Aug. 15-26 at the Chamada Prestige Hotel & Spa, will include a $1,100 buy-in Prime Championship event with a $1 million guarantee. “As we continue
Month: May 2024
Gaming test lab and product certification consultancy BMM Testlabs has announced its participation at the upcoming Global Gaming Expo (G2E) Asia in Macau. The industry event is scheduled to take place at The Venetian Macao, between June 4-6. The company’s stand at the show, A916, will feature BMM’s management team and experts in testing and compliance from
Three gamblers under federal investigation for their involvement in illegal sports betting rings have reportedly lost nearly $24 million at Resorts World in Las Vegas since the casino’s opening less than three years ago. This revelation could have significant implications for the property, currently under investigation by federal authorities from California. The Nevada Gaming Control
Brazil’s government has mandated that gaming operators must secure licenses by December 31, 2024, or face penalties starting January 1, 2025, according to a newly published ordinance. The Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) under the Ministry of Finance issued Ordinance 827 on Wednesday, detailing comprehensive regulations for sports betting and online gaming. The ordinance,
Virgin Hotels has issued its “last, best and final offer” to unionized workers at its off-Strip property, following negotiations that lasted approximately five months. The offer comes in response to a two-day strike by the workers, which began on May 10, and to what the property’s management describes as stalled negotiations. The announcement was made on
As Memorial Day approaches and Atlantic City casinos prepare for summer 2024, the Casino Association of New Jersey (CANJ) has shared its list of new projects, events, and entertainment for the season. “Atlantic City casinos are investing millions of dollars into projects that are bringing distinctive offerings and helping to attract new and returning visitors,”
Casino gaming provider Euro Games Technology (EGT) has confirmed its presence for the upcoming Belgrade Future Gaming event, set to take place in Serbia on May 28th and 29th. EGT says it will “demonstrate its vision for the future of the gaming industry” at the expo, showcasing its latest innovations alongside well-established products at stand
May 23, 2024 They’re back. The PokerNews staff has returned with some predictions ahead of the 2024 WSOP, featuring previous favorites such as Player of the Year and Main Event entries, but also some 2024-specific ones featuring a certain highly-publicized prop bet and a certain 17-time WSOP bracelet winner. This year we spoke to ten
The Brazilian government has established a December 2024 deadline for gaming operators to secure licenses or face penalties starting January 1, 2025. This requirement is detailed in Normative Ordinance 827, published on May 21, 2024, in the Official Diary of the Union. Normative Ordinance 827 outlines the necessary steps for obtaining sports betting and gaming
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has intensified its efforts to combat illegal gambling activities by requesting internet service providers (ISPs) to block more websites found to be violating the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. This latest action aims to further protect Australian consumers from unregulated and potentially harmful gambling services. The newly blocked websites
AvatarUX, renowned for its innovative slot games, has launched its latest creation, Floridaman, offering players a whimsical journey into the vibrant world of Florida with up to 200,704 payways. This new addition to AvatarUX‘s portfolio promises a thrilling gaming experience with its unique features and colorful design. Exploring Floridaman’s key features: Floridaman introduces players to
In a strategic move to bolster its presence in the online gaming market, BGaming announces a partnership with Skywind Group, a global supplier renowned for its diverse portfolio of games. This collaboration opens doors to the Romanian market and lays the groundwork for BGaming’s expansion into Colombia, reflecting the studio’s ambition and vision for growth.
Renowned civil rights activist Rev. Al Sharpton has penned a letter to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), expressing concerns about what he describes as a “gambling duopoly” controlled by DraftKings and FanDuel. In the letter addressed to FTC Chair Lina Khan, Sharpton raises alarms about the potential disproportionate impact of this dominance on Black Americans, including Black
Bacta has responded to UK government’s Gambling White Paper announcement on land-based reforms. The trade association, which represents the amusement and gaming machine industry in the UK, said it will actively engage with Gambling Commission officials to ensure the introduction of cashless play in 2025. John Bollom, Bacta President, stated: “This is a good day.
Live dealer games and solutions provider Imagine Live has announced a strategic partnership with SoftGamings, an iGaming platform supplier. The collaboration aims to deliver premium live casino experiences to partners and their players worldwide. Imagine Live’s portfolio includes classic games with new solutions like Blackjack, Roulette, Baccarat, and more. The company has also added game
Alejandro H. Tengco, Chairman and CEO of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation, is set to headline the SiGMA Asia 2024 opening ceremony. The news was confirmed after representatives from PAGCOR met with SiGMA Asia’s Managing Director, Neil Shih, to finalize their schedule ahead of the event, taking place June 2 – 6. In addition to
CEO of Parx Casino, Eric Hausler recently testified before the House GOP policy committee, shedding light on the contentious issue of skill games in Pennsylvania. His presentation revealed compelling statistics suggesting that these games are indeed impacting the state’s casinos. Debating regulation: Skill games have long been a subject of debate within the Pennsylvania gambling
Lottery and gaming industry technology provider Skilrock Technologies has been nominated for the B2B Excellence category at the WiG Diversity Awards 2024. These awards reward and recognize individuals and organizations for their outstanding devotion to enhancing equality, diversity and inclusion. “Skilrock has been devoted to producing significant and promising new products and technologies focusing on experience
FeedConstruct’s Stats Widgets is introducing a new type of widget tailored for media websites, including sports news platforms and federation websites. The data, technology, and sports transmissions provider says that the launch “marks a new step for the company in its mission to offer extensive sports data solutions that cater to the needs of the
B2B gaming content and solutions provider Inspired Entertainment has announced the launch of the Gold Fever Fortune slot in the B3/LBO market. Describing the product, the provider said that Gold Fever Fortune offers players the “tantalizing possibility of uncovering riches hidden deep within the mines.” Gold Fever Fortune is a 5×3 reel, 20 win-line slot where