Jul 19, 2024 The 848th episode of the PokerNews Podcast is the final one from the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP)! Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz, and Kyna England are back together at Level 9 Studio in Las Vegas to talk about Jonathan Tamayo‘s big win in the 2024 WSOP Main Event for $10,000,000, and
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In an epic conclusion to the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, Jonathan Tamayo emerged victorious, securing the championship and a $10 million prize. This year’s event, hosted at the Horseshoe Las Vegas Event Center, saw Tamayo rise above a record-breaking field of 10,112 participants, making it the largest in the Main Event’s
In June 2024, Virginia’s trio of casinos reported a combined total of $59.5 million in gaming revenues, according to the latest data from the Virginia Lottery, cited by Virginia Business. This figure represents a modest decline from the previous three months, each of which saw revenues surpassing $60 million. The Bristol Casino: Future Home of
In a significant strategic move, Evolution has finalized plans to acquire Galaxy Gaming for an estimated $85 million, marking a pivotal step in its expansion strategy into the U.S. market. This acquisition is strategically aligned with Evolution’s objectives to broaden its influence in the U.S. and integrate into the land-based casino sector, historically dominated by
EA Sports has ignited excitement across the gaming and sports communities with the release of ‘College Football 25’, marking a significant return after over a decade-long hiatus. This launch is particularly momentous as it revives one of the most beloved sports video game series, blending nostalgia with innovative modern gameplay. Enhanced Preparation for a Smooth
After nearly four years embroiled in legal and bureaucratic complexities, the planned mini-casino at Centre County’s Nittany Mall in Pennsylvania has finally received the green light for construction. This development follows the Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s unanimous decision earlier this week, which favored the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board and Penn State alum Ira Lubert, alongside the
Napoleons Casino in Leeds is set to showcase its new look at a relaunch party for the public on Sunday, July 21, following the completion of a significant refurbishment. The project, which commenced in March 2024, aims to revamp the casino’s offerings and attract new and younger customers. The extensive renovation was overseen by award-winning
iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play is taking its Smart Studio solution to EstrelaBet in Brazil. The agreement extends an existing agreement between the parties, with the latest expansion seeing dedicated and localized Live Casino content made available to EstrelaBet’s players across Brazil. Pragmatic Play’s Smart Studio solution allows for varying levels of customization and branding, using
Illinois’ DraftKings at Casino Queen awarded $3,114,639 winnings in June jackpots to lucky patrons, with the top three winning slot machines alone paying out nearly $256,000. June’s lineup of slots that awarded the biggest total payouts include the All-Star 111, which led the charge with $100,818.75 in total jackpots for the month. The slot has become
The Pennsylvania gambling industry contributed a record tax revenue of $2.54 billion to the state during the financial year 2023-2024. The record tax collection was the result of over $5.89 billion generated from casino slot machines and table games, iGaming, sports wagering, video gaming terminals (VGTs), and fantasy sports contests, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) said
Evolution has entered into an agreement to acquire Galaxy Gaming for about $85 million in cash, the companies announced on Thursday. Galaxy Gaming, developer and distributor of casino table games and gaming technology, is set to become a separate and independent business unit within Evolution, with all management and employees retained. The acquisition, valued at $3.20
SkyCity Entertainment Group has reached an agreement with New Zealand’s Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) to temporarily close its Auckland casino for five consecutive days as part of a license suspension settlement. The closure aims to address issues related to responsible gambling compliance. The suspension stems from a February 2022 complaint by a former SkyCity
Macau’s high stakes gambling or VIP gambling revenue declined by 7.4% in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the first quarter, according to data from the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ). Casinos generated MOP13.31 billion ($1.66 billion) from VIP baccarat gambling between April and June, down from MOP14.37 billion ($1.8 billion) collected between
The World Series of Poker (WSOP) will return to the Bahamas this December for WSOP Paradise 2024, its winter tournament series in partnership with GGPoker. Running from December 6 to 19 at Atlantis Paradise Island, the event will feature “the largest guarantee in live poker tournament history,” WSOP’s parent Caesars Entertainment said. Part of Caesars Digital’s
Island Resort and Casino, located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, has announced a $19 million investment. The two-year project will feature the development of additional convention space and a new nine-hole golf course and golf shop. Driven by an increased demand for golf in the region, Island Resort & Casino will add a new nine-hole course,
2024 is witnessing unprecedented developments in Artificial Intelligence. The launch of Sora for video image production, the incorporation of Generative AI in language learning tools, and more recently, the integration of ChatGPT into operating systems like iOS 18, demonstrate that the change is just beginning. Not only this but in every industry where Deep Learning
Evolution subsidiary Evolution Malta Holding Limited has announced an agreement to acquire Galaxy Gaming, Inc. for an equity value of about $85 million, payable in cash. This acquisition is set to significantly bolster Evolution’s presence in the US market, furthering its goal to be the premier provider of casino games worldwide. Strategic Integration and Market
International Game Technology PLC (IGT) has made headlines with two major announcements. Firstly, the launch of the Super Star Poker™ II game pack on the PeakBarTop™ Buddy Bar™ cabinet at Casino Barcelona in Spain marks a significant enhancement to its gaming offerings. Secondly, Renato Ascoli, IGT’s CEO of Global Lottery, has been honored with an
Jul 19, 2024 4 min read The Festival has made significant waves since is debut in September 2021; it has rapidly become one of the must-play series on the live poker circuit. The Festival in Malta runs from September 10-15 in St. Julian’s but there is a huge online edition on the iPoker Network before
Jul 19, 2024 3 min read It has been a busy old week for the folk at 888poker, with the online poker site’s ChampionChip Games series in full swing and its flagship tournament, the $109 Mystery Bounty Main Event, taking place. Georgian grinder “Orion618” came out on top of the latter for $6,936, including bounties.