PayBrokers, a payment solutions company specializing in financial transactions in the eFX, iGaming, lottery, and capitalization segments in the Brazilian market, participated in the Coolritiba Festival, which took place on Saturday, May 18 in Curitiba. It was “a unique experience that combines music, fashion, art, and social action, all under the theme of sustainability,” according
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CIRSA Group, a multinational company operating in the gaming and leisure sector based in Spain, has hired investment banks Deutsche Bank, Barclays, and Morgan Stanley to “explore” its IPO, as reported by Spanish news agency EFE. According to the report, the hiring of the banks is a “step further” in analyzing a potential IPO. However,
Control F5, a provider of integrated services for the online gaming and betting sector, announced the addition of the StarbetFC platform as a new client. The objective is to expand the operator’s activities and boost its growth in the market. “Our main expectations are to consolidate the brand in its first year of operation in
Michigan commercial and tribal operators reported a combined $234.8 million total internet gaming (iGaming) gross revenue and gross sports betting receipts in April. Gross revenue decreased 8.7% from March’s $257.1 million figure. As per data released by the Michigan Gaming Control Board, April iGaming gross receipts totaled $192.9 million and gross sports betting revenues stood at $41.9 million. In March, gross sports
The Nevada Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation (DETR) will assist the 3,350 employees impacted by The Mirage’s closure this summer. Hard Rock International, which operates The Mirage, announced the casino resort will close on July 17 for renovations and rebranding. A WARN Act notice filed with Nevada DETR confirmed the closure’s impact on employees,
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SBC has announced the launch of SBC Summit Americas, a “reimagined” show that combines SBC Summit North America and SBC Summit Latinoamérica, creating a single platform for the entire American gaming community. The new-look event, scheduled for May 13-15, 2025 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, will bring together the North American and Latin American gaming markets under one roof for a comprehensive
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission convened a public roundtable on Tuesday to address the contentious issue of bettor limitation practices within the bookmaking industry. Despite invitations extended to ten sportsbook operators in Massachusetts, all declined participation, citing concerns regarding the confidentiality of proprietary systems and risk management strategies. They sought private sessions, which the regulator declined.
Caesars Entertainment, in partnership with Laguna Development Corporation (LDC), has announced the launch of several retail sportsbook locations at LDC gaming properties in New Mexico. Sports bettors can now place wagers in person at Caesars Sportsbook locations within Route 66 Casino Hotel, Casino Xpress, and Dancing Eagle Casino. “We are excited to partner with one
During the latest edition of BiS SiGMA America in Sao Paulo, the Yogonet team spoke exclusively with Gevorg Rushanyan, Manager of Digitain’s sales team in Latin America. During the interview, Rushanyan assured that as suppliers of sports betting and online gaming solutions, they were able to present their wide portfolio to the Brazilian public, and highlighted
May 22, 2024 As the curtain falls on another exhilarating season across Europe’s top football leagues, all eyes are now fixed on Germany, where the highly anticipated Euro 2024 is set to kick off in just 23 days. To heighten the excitement, sports and casino experts at 888casino are helping fans get in the mood
May 22, 2024 This week has proven to be a good one for women in poker on the World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC), with Christina Gollins, Sally Stephens, Kathy Chang and Jessica Vierling all winning bracelets at WSOPC Commerce. As Vierling was closing in on winning the WSOPC Commerce Main Event for $328,273 in
Thor Equities, alongside Saratoga Casino Holdings, the Chickasaw Nation, and Legends, is refining its proposal for The Coney, a transformative project in Coney Island, Brooklyn. Shaping the vision: The scope of The Coney project, initially synonymous with a casino venture, is expanding beyond gaming tables. Now, the $3 billion development blueprint encompasses a 500-room hotel, a 2,500-seat concert
Paybrokers, a payment solutions company specializing in financial transactions in the eFX, iGaming, lottery, and capitalization segments in the Brazilian market, has donated BRL 200,000 (almost $40,000) to the Rio Grande do Sul Donation Center. The state is facing the devastating effects of rains and floods, which have left more than 150 people dead, a
Online gaming content provider CT Interactive has unveiled a brand-new game mechanic called TURBO. The novelty is featured in the company’s latest slot title, Lucky Kiwi. “Our latest release, Lucky Kiwi, offers innovative gameplay that enhances the player experience,” according to a press release. In the TURBO game, instead of a limited number of paylines,
The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) has received the honor of being named as #1 Top 10 “Best Places to Work in the Federal Government” among small agencies by the Partnership for Public Service in collaboration with the Boston Consulting Group. The ranking was based on the results of the 2023 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey
iGaming software provider SOFTSWISS has released an overview of its sportsbook product in the first quarter of 2024. The Q1 analysis indicates a marked preference amongst bettors for real-time wagering. “This trend enhances engagement and offers sports betting operators higher margins and quicker capital turnover, demonstrating live betting as one of the key drivers of
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has vetoed 48 bills passed by the Democratic-led General Assembly, including legislation aimed at taxing and regulating so-called “skill games” in the state. This decision deals a major blow to gambling interests and business owners who had pushed for the reinstatement of these machines in various establishments, such as convenience stores,
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Laguna Development Corporation (LDC) has announced a strategic partnership with Caesars Entertainment, Inc. to launch multiple in-person sportsbooks across their gaming properties in New Mexico. The new Caesars Sportsbook locations are now operational at Route 66 Casino Hotel and Casino Xpress, located west of Albuquerque, and Dancing Eagle Casino, situated east of Grants. Maxine Velasquez,