Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s recent declaration categorically rebuffing the notion of approving a second casino in Malaysia has stirred significant discourse within the nation. During an exclusive interview with Bloomberg TV’s Haslinda Amin at the Qatar Economic Forum on May 14, Anwar left no room for ambiguity, firmly asserting, “Affirmative no,” when questioned about
Month: May 2024
The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has rendered a verdict dismissing the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke’s (MCK) legal challenge against the Ontario government’s authorization of online gaming in the province. This decision marks a significant milestone in the ongoing debate over the regulation of online gambling in Ontario. Ontario’s regulatory framework: In Ontario, iGaming Ontario (iGO) collaborates
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs in India is reportedly seeking action against indirect and surrogate advertisements that promote illegal betting and gambling. The move comes in response to the increased use of betting apps amid the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) and the Lok Sabha general elections in the country. According to sources cited by
Skilrock Technologies has received a nomination for Best Multi-channel Provider at the Sigma Asia Awards 2024. The ceremony will be held during the framework of the SiGMA Asia event on 3rd June 2024 at The Conrad Grand Ballroom, Philippines. The event will bring together luminaries in the industry for an evening of recognition and celebration
The Constitution, Justice and Citizenship Commission of the Brazilian Senate will resume on May 15 the debate of Bill 2.234/2022, which seeks to legalize physical casinos in resorts, besides allowing the operation of bingos and jogo do bicho. According to the news portal BNLData, the bill is the second item on the committee’s voting agenda,
Flutter Entertainment has reported a 46% surge in first-quarter adjusted core profit. However, the company also posted a net loss of $375 million in Q1 2024, attributed to increased expenses and adverse foreign currency translations. The owner of Paddy Power sustained growth momentum, with a 16.4% year-on-year revenue uptick to $3.40 billion. However, March witnessed a
Games studio Galaxsys is gearing up for its next major release, Dr. Shocker, which will be available both on web and mobile. The company said Dr. Shocker is set to prove “an electrifying game” from Galaxsys, described as “a thrilling action-packed title.” Dr. Shocker offers what the company calls “a fast-paced experience” where players connect
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May 14, 2024 It was a manic Monday for the 2024 Spring Championship of Online Poker (SCOOP) on PokerStars, with the curtain drawing on 24 tournaments. Ambassador Lex Veldhuis was among a fresh batch of SCOOP champions following his Titan’s victory last night. However, the spotlight shone brightest on Matthew “Stumpfed” Stumpf. The Canadian grinder
May 14, 2024 Viewers and fans of the Triton Super High Roller Series can be forgiven for expecting a big name winner of the opening event of the latest festival. But the winner of Event #1: $25,000 GGMillion$ Live is arguably one of the biggest names of all. Chris Moneymaker. The 2003 WSOP Main Event
In a surprising turn of events, the eagerly anticipated WPT Vietnam Passport to the World Championship series, slated to commence from May 14 to May 27 at the Crown Poker Club in Hanoi, has been canceled abruptly. This announcement marks the third major poker tournament disruption in Vietnam within a span of just six months.
Yggdrasil has unveiled the latest offering from Boomerang Games, under license to ReelPlay, with the launch of Goblin’s Bargain MultiMax. This exciting game promises a vault full of features tailored to entice players in pursuit of substantial wins. Players are invited to delve into the glittering realm of mythical creatures where gold awaits, guarded by
The Thai government finds itself at a critical juncture as it mulls over potentially imposing limitations on gambling areas within entertainment complexes, restricting them to a maximum of 5 percent of the total project space they occupy. This deliberation, as reported by the Bangkok Post, emanates from Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat, who concurrently presides
The Racing TV (RTV) channel, which showcases Irish racing behind a paywall, has raised concerns over its future viability in Ireland if the government’s proposed Gambling Regulation Bill is enacted without modifications. The bill includes a ban on gambling advertising during certain hours, which RTV and Sky Sports Racing say poses significant challenges for the ongoing
Gaming supplier Zitro has announced that it will showcase its portfolio of gaming products at G2E Asia, scheduled to take place from June 4th – 6th at The Venetian Macao. The company representatives will be present at Booth A1138. Zitro noted that its recent expansion in the Philippines, “with its most successful slot games soon
BMM Innovation Group (BIG) company RG24seven Virtual Training, a compliance-grade virtual training service for casino and gaming company employees, has released a series of new responsible gaming courses. Presented by responsible and problem gambling policy expert Brianne Doura-Schawohl, these courses are designed to provide tools and resources to gambling industry employees. Wendy Anderson, CEO of RG24seven
SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator, the iGaming software provider’s content hub, clocked €13 billion ($14 billion) bets in each month in the first quarter of 2024. Over six months, this figure increased by 30%, the company said. Currently, 1,052 brands worldwide use SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator’s services, an increase of 112 brands from the last quarter. Recently, the Game
Sports betting and iGaming operator BetMGM has announced it will be the presenting sponsor of the 2024 ARIA Poker Classic in Las Vegas. The seven-week summer series will include the BetMGM Poker Championship scheduled June 6-11, 2024, at ARIA’s Poker Room. The no-limit hold’em tournament has a $3,500 buy-in and will offer participants a $3
DigitalEjis Limited, a trailblazing research and development company, has entered into a strategic partnership with Betpoint, a premier regulated gaming operator in Italy. This collaboration aims to advance technological safeguards for players, emphasizing responsible gaming practices. Innovative Technological Solutions DigitalEjis is renowned for its cutting-edge technological solutions, specifically designed to aid gaming operators in fostering
Established game developer and third party aggregator across numerous regulated iGaming markets, 1X2 Network, has taken a significant step in expanding its presence in North America by partnering with BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator. This collaboration, announced on May 9, 2024, enhances 1X2 Network’s reach and brings an array of popular games