Jul 22, 2024 3 min read PokerNews live reporters are jetting off to Pretoria, South Africa, this August for the SunBet Poker Tour by MJPT, which runs from July 31 through August 11 at the Time Square Casino. Players from far and wide will descend on the casino for the 12-day poker spectacular, with the
Month: July 2024
As the new football season approaches, the landscape of US online sports betting operators is seeing significant changes. SuperBook and Betfred, two notable names in the industry, have announced major reductions in their market presence. SuperBook, known for its operations based out of Nevada, declared an end to its sports betting services outside its home
Last week, a global IT outage caused by a faulty update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike affected millions of devices worldwide, disrupting services across various sectors from banking to airlines. However, in Macau, three casino operators managed to maintain normal operations despite back-office challenges, according to the city’s Judiciary Police. The issue, which originated from an
Rei do Pitaco, a leading name in Brazil’s digital sports scene, recently took a significant step towards diversifying its offerings by applying for a sports betting and iGaming license under Brazil’s newly amended regulations. The application was submitted to the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting of the Ministry of Finance, confirming adherence to the requirements
In a landmark decision, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared an immediate ban on all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) during his latest State of the Nation Address. This directive is part of a broader governmental crackdown aimed at addressing the myriad issues linked to POGOs, including criminal activities and regulatory non-compliance. President Marcos specified
7777 gaming has marked a significant milestone in its growth strategy by launching over 100 of its top-rated, certified games on WINBET, a distinguished leader in the Romanian sports betting and casino industry. This move is strategic, tapping into WINBET’s robust network which spans several key markets in Eastern and Central Europe, thereby reinforcing 7777
Wazdan, the leading game-focused developer, has solidified its presence in the mature European market of Italy through significant partnerships with prominent gaming operators SKS365 and AdmiralBet. These collaborations aim to enhance the gaming experiences of Italian players by integrating Wazdan’s innovative titles and features. SKS365 Partnership Brings Top Titles to Planetwin365 Wazdan’s partnership with SKS365,
Supplier Evolution has released its Q2 2024 financial results, revealing a notable 15.9% year-over-year increase in revenue, totaling €508.4 million ($553.3 million). This brings the company’s H1 2024 revenue to the €1 billion mark, showcasing robust growth. The company also reported a 10.9% year-over-year increase in Q2 EBITDA, reaching €345.8 million, with the first half
International Game Technology (IGT) has earned a top score in the 2024 Disability Equality Index (DEI) and has been named a ‘Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion’ for the second consecutive year in the United States and for the first time in the United Kingdom. In 2024, IGT received a perfect score of 100
DR Gaming Technology (DRGT) has announced the installation of its full casino management system (CMS) and cashless solution suite at the Merit Royal Casino in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. The installation marks an upgrade for the Merit Royal, Merit Royal Premium, and Merit Royal Diamond hotels, enhancing the gaming experience across their combined
Campaigners have called on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to enact a £100 million ($129.15 million) annual levy on gambling companies, a measure proposed by the previous Conservative government. The plea, conveyed in an open letter, warns that delays in implementing the reforms could cost lives. The Conservatives introduced a white paper on gambling regulation
Atlantic City’s Resorts Casino has introduced live tables at its DraftKings Sportsbook and added over half a dozen new electronic table games to its gaming floor. Moreover, a $5 side bet featuring a progressive jackpot has been launched across 24 traditional table games. New slot machines include over 20 popular games along with a new bank
The Nevada Supreme Court has reversed Clark County District Judge Nancy Alff’s ruling in a case involving technology engineer Sam Johnson and his company, Tipping Point Gaming, who had been working with Caesars Entertainment to bring new gaming technology to market. The high court ruled in June that the issue be remanded back to the District Court
The world of online gambling is diverse. There has never been a time when there have been as many different games that punters can play. This is a mightily welcome change as it has allowed punters to experience a far more exciting online experience, as there is simply so much to choose from. However, as
Jul 22, 2024 3 min read The $109 buy-in, $100,000 Mystery Bounty Main Event at 888poker was a little different this weekend than usual thanks to the ChampionChip Games running. Usually, the $100,000 Mystery Bounty Main Event runs over two days, but with the ChampionChip Games Main Event due to crown its champion on July
Jul 22, 2024 3 min read The $3 million Preheat Festival concluded at WPT Global over the weekend but you don’t have long to wait to get your teeth into another exciting online poker series. The WPT Global Summer Festival runs from July 28 through August 18, and it is the biggest Summer Festival WPT
Jul 21, 2024 3 min read Jordan Griff, who finished runner-up in the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, made his first public appearance since the final table to share his thoughts on the player he lost to heads-up. The near world champion chatted with Doug Polk on YouTube Sunday afternoon in what
View image in fullscreen Labour urged to follow through on Tories’ promised £100m gambling levy Campaigners write to Keir Starmer saying delay in implementing industry reforms will cost lives Keir Starmer has been urged to follow through on the previous government’s plan for a £100m-a-year levy on gambling companies. In an open letter to the
In a significant update from the horse racing world, Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) has officially rescinded the suspension of celebrated horse trainer Bob Baffert, ending his exclusion from CDI’s racetracks, including its flagship Churchill Downs Racetrack, five months early. This decision comes after a considerable period of scrutiny and controversy surrounding the Hall of Fame
View image in fullscreen Fears grow over rise of ‘under the radar’ all-night slot machine halls in UK Campaigners raise concern over risk of problem gambling as more than 300 24-hour sites spring up More than 300 slot machine adult gaming centres are running 24 hours a day on Britain’s high streets, despite warnings of