iGaming software solutions provider SOFTSWISS is celebrating its 15th anniversary, as it was 15 years ago, on July 21, that the company started its path in the industry. As the tech expert celebrates its birthday, it reflects on its breakthroughs that “revolutionized iGaming.” Introducing crypto in gambling Back in 2013, SOFTSWISS visionaries were the first to leverage
Month: July 2024
B2B gaming content and solutions provider Inspired Entertainment has announced the launch of Re-Play eSports featuring Counter-Strike: Global Offensive with online sports betting and gaming brand Betano. Owned by GameTech giant Kaizen Gaming, the Betano brand is live in multiple markets in Europe, South & North America, and Africa. Kaizen also operates the Stoiximan brand in
The Rules Committee of the Nassau County Legislature has unanimously voted to allow Las Vegas Sands to operate the Nassau Coliseum for the next 42 years. This decision also paves the way for an environmental review of a potential casino resort on the property. Las Vegas Sands had previously proposed a $6 billion development for
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has announced a record donation of £172.5 million ($222.75 million) by its largest members over the past four years to address problem gambling and related harms, while calling on the UK government to protect the third sector in future levy changes. BGC members Flutter, Entain, bet365, and Evoke (888/William Hill)
Jul 23, 2024 3 min read Understanding what Game Theory Optimal poker is, when to use it, and how it applies to the hands you play has become one of the cornerstones of profitable poker. However, GTO remains a badly understood (and often wholly misunderstood) aspect of poker strategy for most players. If you are
Aristocrat Gaming is gearing up to showcase its most extensive range of new game titles in years at the forthcoming Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE), scheduled to take place from August 13 to 15, 2024, at the Sydney International Convention Centre. The unveiling will highlight significant additions across various game families and support games, reflecting the
State gaming regulators have officially authorized the WarHorse Casino in Omaha to commence operations on August 6, allowing for round-the-clock service. This decision was reached with unanimous support from the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission, contingent upon some final compliance checks. The announcement marks a significant development for Nebraska’s gaming scene and the Winnebago Tribe.
The second half of 2024 is expected to mark a significant recovery for the gaming sectors in Malaysia and Singapore. Hong Leong Investment Bank Research (HLIB Research) has advised investors to maintain an “overweight” position due to several encouraging trends. Tourism and policy enhancements bolster industry: A senior analyst at HLIB mentioned, “With global travel resuming more broadly, we anticipate
Stakelogic Live, renowned for its innovative live casino content, proudly announces a new partnership with L&L Europe. This collaboration introduces Stakelogic’s state-of-the-art Chroma Key Studio technology to L&L Europe’s All British Casino and Pub Casino. Both brands will now feature two blackjack tables and one roulette table equipped with this advanced technology in their live casino lobbies, catering
The latest addition to the Nitropolis series, Elk Studios’ Nitropolis 5, has arrived with a bang, promising players an exhilarating adventure across its 6 reels and up to 8 rows. This high-volatility video slot, launched on July 23, is packed with innovative features and a maximum win potential of 50,000 times the bet. The game is set against the
In a pivotal moment for online gambling legislation, stakeholders and legislators are now poised to embrace a comprehensive framework that will shape the future of internet gambling across the United States from 2025 onwards. This initiative was detailed at the recent National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) conference in Pittsburgh. Drafting the New
Play’n GO has launched a new Egypt-themed online slot, King’s Mask Eclipse of Gods, which “brings fans back to the dunes of Egypt in search of an ancient artifact.” The game invites players to venture into the desert to seek the ancient King’s Mask, “a priceless treasure that is said to possess great powers.” The game
US sports betting giant DraftKings has signed an agreement to become the Women’s National Basketball Association’s (WNBA) sports betting and daily fantasy sports (DFS) partner. Under the terms of the deal, the operator will receive rights to the league and collective team IP and access to marketing, activation, and hospitality opportunities. DraftKings will also have
Macau’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) for the first three weeks of July reached MOP12.75 billion ($1.6 billion), indicating steady gaming demand during the summer holiday period, according to brokerage J.P. Morgan. In their latest update, J.P. Morgan analysts DS Kim, Mufan Shi, and Selina Li noted that daily GGR averaged MOP607 million ($75.5 million) for the
England law enforcement authorities arrested a 17-year-old boy on Thursday in connection with the September cyberattack that disrupted MGM Resorts International for 10 days. The teenager, who has not been named, was apprehended by the Regional Organised Crime Unit for the West Midlands in Walsall, with assistance from Britain’s National Crime Agency, the U.S. Federal
BMM Innovation Group (BIG) company RG24seven Virtual Training has appointed Better Change CEO Victoria Reed as a Strategic Advisor to help expand operations and social impact across the global gambling industry. Reed will provide business development and strategy to fuel the company’s growth, RG24seven said in a statement. The business provides free compliance-grade virtual training services for
Stretch Network Jul 23, 2024 6 min read Stretch Network, a leading poker software provider in the industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ruslan Bangert as its new head. With over 15 years of experience in the poker industry, Ruslan brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team. The company is
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., addressing the nation during his third State of the Nation Address (SONA), announced a resolute ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). This move comes after escalating controversies linked to the sector, ranging from financial scams to violent crimes, have sparked widespread demands for action. Presidential Directive: Immediate POGO Ban
Jul 23, 2024 4 min read Sweden’s Niklas “Lena900” Astedt finished third in the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event a little under a week ago, a result worth a career-best $4 million. Most poker players would have taken some time to rest and recuperate, but Astedt is not like most, as evidenced
Jul 23, 2024 4 min read The wait for the 2024 Goliath is almost over with the first of eight scheduled flights shuffling up and dealing on July 27 at the Grosvenor G Casino in Coventry. A massive field is expected by the time the eighth and final flights conclude; could the prize pool top