Game supplier Zitro announced that its frog game Fu Frog has been installed in the Grup Binelde gaming halls in Catalonia, Spain. This was informed by the company through a statement, in which they assured that Zitro’s frog game has quickly captured the attention of players, “thanks to its unique and attractive mechanics.” “Our customers are
Month: June 2024
Bally’s Corporation is joining the Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA) in support of its mission to enhance responsible gaming (RG) initiatives and best practices. Bally’s will work in collaboration with ROGA’s existing members – bet365, BetMGM, DraftKings, Fanatics Betting and Gaming, FanDuel, Hard Rock Digital, and PENN Entertainment – to promote responsible online gaming, fund
Star Entertainment Group has released its FY24 financial update, revealing a challenging trading environment and a forecasted decline in revenue and EBITDA. Full-year revenue is projected to be between AU$1.68- 1.69 billion (approximately US$1.1 billion) which, even at the upper end, would represent an 11.1% decrease from the AU$1.90 billion ($1.26 billion) posted in FY23.
Jun 25, 2024 It is easy to forget that online poker exists when the World Series of Poker (WSOP) is in full swing because it seems almost every poker player on the planet descends on Las Vegas, sharing the common goal of returning home with a gold WSOP bracelet. The action is still happening thick
Gambling is one of the most popular forms of entertainment on the planet. In the U.S. alone, some 85 percent of adults have participated in some form of gambling at least once in their lives, whether it be at a traditional casino, online casino, sports betting, lottery ticket purchase, or raffle. While those forms of
Jun 25, 2024 Guests: Kyle Anderson In the 840th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway is joined by Kyle Anderson and Connor Richards at Level 9 in Las Vegas and talk about latest from the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) and about the highly-entertaining Hustler Casino Live (HCL) ‘Legends of the Felt’ live-streamed
Relax Gaming invites players on an exhilarating journey into the heart of the Cambodian rainforest with the launch of its latest creation, Ancient Tumble. This eagerly awaited addition to the Tumble series promises an unprecedented gaming experience, featuring innovative gameplay mechanics and the potential for substantial rewards. Exploring the features of Ancient Tumble: Ancient Tumble stands out
The alleged mastermind behind last autumn’s MGM Resorts hacking was arrested in Spain on June 14 in a joint operation by Spanish authorities and the FBI. The 22-year-old British national, reportedly the leader of the Scattered Spider ransomware group, was apprehended by Spain’s National Police at Palma airport while attempting to board a flight to Naples.
The Regulating the Game conference has announced that Alison Taylor, Clinical Associate Professor at NYU Stern School of Business and Executive Director of Ethical Systems, will be a keynote speaker at its 2025 edition in Sydney. Her expertise in ethical business practices and her perspectives on navigating turbulent times are expected to add “significant” depth to
Payment solutions provider OKTO has announced the expansion of its real-time cash-to-digital closed-loop payment service, OKTO.CASH, into the Indian market. This strategic move marks “a significant milestone in OKTO’s mission to transform payment experiences for both merchants and consumers globally,” the company said. With the introduction of OKTO.CASH, online merchants now have the capability to
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has appointed Christopher Hebert as the new Chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB), marking him the first African-American to hold this position. Hebert, a seasoned legal professional with over 19 years of experience as Assistant Attorney General for Louisiana, brings expertise in gaming regulation to his new role. Hebert
The 53rd Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meeting brought no relief for India’s iGaming sector. Despite expectations for a revision of the 28% GST rate on online gaming and casinos, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman confirmed the issue was not addressed. “It wasn’t on the agenda. It didn’t come for discussion, it wasn’t taken up,”
Jun 25, 2024 The PokerStars Eureka Poker Tour heads to Hamburg, Germany, for the fourth time in its history and for the second consecutive year starting July 1. The week-long festival features a €1,100 buy-in Main Event, a €2,200 High Roller, a €330 Eureka Cup, and a special GRND tournament in partnership with PokerStars Team
Jun 25, 2024 888poker hosted its ever-popular $100,000 Mystery Bounty Main Event this weekend, which saw 956 players exchange $109 for the 15,000 chips and the chance to become this tournament’s champion. Thanks to one of the mystery bounties being worth a cool $10,000, the player who pulls the jackpot from the golden envelope usually
Indonesia’s National Police, in conjunction with Interpol, are intensifying efforts to combat the pervasive issue of online gambling within the country. Despite the prohibition of all forms of gambling, both online and land-based, Indonesia faces a significant challenge in curbing illicit activities. Joint efforts with Interpol: Inspector General Krishna Murti, head of the National Police’s
Kansas is leveraging its burgeoning sports betting revenue to entice Kansas City sports teams to relocate across the state border. Gov. Laura Kelly recently signed HB 2001 into law, paving the way for Sales Tax and Revenue (STAR) Bonds to fund up to 70% of new stadium construction costs. This strategic move aims to secure
The Council of Ministers of Spain has appointed Andrés Barragán Urbiola as Secretary General of Consumption and Gaming. In this role, Urbiola will oversee Spain’s ongoing federal overhaul of gambling laws, a directive led by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs. This appointment is part of a broader strategy to strengthen the regulation and safety of
Pragmatic Play, a leading content supplier to the iGaming industry, has expanded its reach in the Spanish market through a strategic partnership with KirolBet. This collaboration marks a significant step for Pragmatic Play as it brings its premium slots and live casino offerings to one of Spain’s prominent online casino platforms. Through this partnership, KirolBet
theLotter, a lottery courier service allowing customers to order official lottery tickets online, announced that it has received a license to offer services in New York and will be launching “soon.” Upon launch, theLotter will allow New Yorkers to order official lottery tickets online for Powerball, Mega Millions, and other local draws, both via website and
Merkur Gaming successfully showcased its latest product innovations at the recently concluded Peru Gaming Show 2024 in Lima, which took place on June 12th – 13th at the Centro de Convenciones Jockey Plaza. The event, focused on the Latin American market, saw gaming machine operators from the entire region attend to explore new developments in the