Politicians in Ireland are experiencing relentless lobbying efforts over proposed new gambling laws, which the Government argues are essential to address a “tsunami of social problems.” The proposed legislation includes measures such as a ban on daytime advertising, the creation of a social-impact fund to support problem gambling initiatives, and the establishment of Ireland’s first
Month: May 2024
Officials are considering a proposal to house unaccompanied migrant children at two former casino hotels in northwest Mississippi. As per the proposal, the “Influx Care Facility” (ICF) would be situated in the expansive Harrah’s hotel complex, which has been vacant since the closure of Harrah’s Casino in 2014. However, the plan has faced opposition, including from the local
Swedish lottery and gaming group Svenska Spel Sport & Casino has launched a new sportsbook under its Oddset brand for its customers in Sweden. The sportsbook was launched in collaboration with Kambi. The launch follows an agreement signed in October 2023 between Svenska Spel and the platform provider, with both companies working to implement and complete a
We have a look at some of the renovations at Rio Las Vegas inside and out! Plus, major makeovers at Venetian and El Cortez , changes at Paris Las Vegas and big plans for Virgin Hotels Las Vegas! [embedded content] Las Vegas is a city of change, and this week we have some big changes
The Seneca Allegany Resort and Casino in the Allegheny Mountains is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The casino has been a tourist destination for the past two decades, in addition to employing hundreds of people and providing an additional source of income for the city and county via its casino revenue agreement with New York State.
The Administrative Court of Appeal in Jönköping (Sweden) has reduced the sanction fee that Kindred Group received in 2020 for bonus rules violations in 2019. The sanction fee of SEK 100 million ($9.5 million), imposed by the Swedish Gambling Authority (SGA) on Kindred’s wholly-owned subsidiary Spooniker, was initially reduced to SEK 50 million ($4.7 million). The
In a high-stakes legal battle between two sports betting operators, a former DraftKings executive has asked a U.S. appeals court to overturn a restrictive injunction limiting his work at rival company Fanatics. Michael Hermalyn, who joined Fanatics on February 1, filed a brief last Wednesday with the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, seeking an expedited
New York legislators are considering a proposal to legalize proposition bets (prop bets) for fantasy sports, allowing residents to place bets on specific events such as the number of points a player will score in a quarter or whether a player will hit a home run in his next at-bat. The proposed legislation is designed
May 28, 2024 Ryan O’Donnell is the latest in a long line of poker grinders who can call themselves a Grosvenor UK Poker Tour (GUKPT) Main Event champion. London’s O’Donnell came out of top of a 249-strong crowd in the £1,250 buy-in GUKPT London Main Event and raked in score worth £56,760. O’Donnell was a
May 28, 2024 One hundred fifty-two players were auctioned off into 19 teams of eight during the 25K Fantasy Draft for the 2024 World Series of Poker, held at the illustrious PokerGO Studio. With a total prize pool of $475,000, the stakes are incredibly high for the participants. The payouts are structured to reward the
Yggdrasil, a pioneering force in the iGaming industry, has taken a significant step forward in expanding its presence within the UK market. Through a strategic partnership with Lottomart, an esteemed online gaming operator, Yggdrasil unveils its extensive portfolio of cutting-edge slot games to a wider audience. Enhancing the gaming experience: With this collaboration, Lottomart gains access to
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. and the World Series of Poker (WSOP) have announced the groundbreaking launch of WSOP Online, an innovative real-money poker platform. This historic move integrates player pools from Michigan, Nevada, and New Jersey into a single network, marking the first instance of liquidity pooling across three U.S. jurisdictions. WSOP and Caesars unveil WSOP
iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has announced the extension of its Big Bass Bonanza fishing franchise with the release of Big Bass Bonanza – Reel Action. In the 5×3 slot, where money symbols can be worth up to 2,000x the total bet, hitting three, four, or five scatters activates a bonus game with 10, 15,
1xBet has become a sponsor of the SiGMA Asia 2024 exhibition, dedicated to the betting and gambling industry. This year’s forum will be held from June 2 to 5 at the SMX Convention Center, Manila’s largest exhibition center. The event will feature 3,000 operators, more than 350 speakers, and about 20,000 delegates, who will meet
iGaming software supplier SOFTSWISS has announced its recognition at the Global Eventex Awards, an accolade in the sphere of events and experiential marketing. The Global Eventex Awards recognize outstanding achievements and creativity in event organization. For the 2024 awards, winners were selected from over 1,200 applications spanning 62 countries and six continents. Among competitors such
In two months, from July 23 to July 25, SPiCE International will kick off in Dubai, offering businesses in the gaming sector the chance to capitalize on valuable networking opportunities and stay ahead of the curve. According to SPiCE International’s organizers, the global gaming market is projected to reach $100.90 billion in 2024, with a
May 28, 2024 After several flights and an explosive Day 2, the $1 million guaranteed XL Spring Series Main Event has reached its final table. Including re-entries, 1,225 players headed to 888poker and bought in for $888, creating a guarantee-busting $1,038,800 prize pool. Lithuania’s “R3li_able” leads the final eight players into battle from 7:00 p.m.
In a highly anticipated announcement, Stormcraft Studios, an exclusive partner of Games Global, revealed the upcoming release of Immortal Romance II. This sequel comes twelve years after the original Immortal Romance captured the online gaming world with its captivating storyline and engaging gameplay. The original Immortal Romance title quickly became a favorite among players, maintaining
In a significant legislative move, the Illinois Senate passed a bill late Sunday night that aims to transform the state’s sports betting tax structure into a progressive system based on operator revenue. The changes are set to begin with Fiscal Year 2025 on July 1. The bill, HB 4951, passed by a margin of 37-22,
A federal lawsuit initiated by Running Aces last month, alleging executives’ “illegal and unfair advantages” through unauthorized casino games, has broadened its scope. The amended complaint, filed recently, now encompasses Mystic Lake and Little Six Casinos, properties owned by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. New additions to the lawsuit: The lawsuit initially singled out Grand Casino Hinckley, Grand Casino