Manuel Villar Jr., the wealthiest man in the Philippines, is set to make his debut in the gaming industry with the opening of his first casino resort next year. The casino, part of a planned $1 billion investment, is expected to begin operations by mid-2025. In an interview with The STAR, Villar revealed that his
Month: July 2024
Macau’s premium mass gaming segment has shown remarkable resilience despite Beijing’s intensified efforts to curb illicit cross-border capital flows, according to a recent Citibank study. The investment bank’s monthly Macau table survey for July 2024 highlighted a significant increase in the number of premium mass players and total wagers in the city’s high-limit gaming areas.
Australian casino operator Star Entertainment Group has announced the regulatory approval of two key leadership positions within the company. The group has confirmed the appointments of Neale O’Connell as interim group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Janelle Campbell as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Star Sydney after receiving all necessary regulatory greenlights. On March 22nd, The
In his latest analysis, iGaming industry consultant Ron Mendelson, Fast Offshore, explores Curaçao’s reopening of its online gambling licensing portal, taking place amid regulatory changes in the Caribbean island. Curaçao has long been known as a global leader in the iGaming industry, attracting startups and more established names from all over the world, for decades.
A few days before the start of the Olympic Games in Paris (France) on July 26, Control F5, a provider of solutions for the betting and iGaming sector, published an article in which it shares strategies for operators to promote themselves and generate more traffic during the competition. The company offers a set of solutions
Online gaming content provider CT Interactive has launched its games on Juegalo.com, a Chilean online casino brand. “This partnership marks a significant step in CT Interactive’s strategic expansion within the Latin American market, extending the company’s footprint in Chile,” the supplier stated. The integration of CT Interactive’s game portfolio on Juegalo.com offers players in Chile access to
International Game Technology PLC (IGT) announced on Monday the launch of its Super Star Poker II game pack on the PeakBarTop Buddy Bar cabinet at Casino Barcelona in Spain. This marks the debut of IGT’s video poker content in the newly established “IGT Video Poker Area” at the casino. The Super Star Poker II game
Social casino is one of the biggest phenomenons of 2024, and its popularity is only growing. Slotegrator analyzes this trend, highlights its appeal to players, and comments on its development. At first glance, social casinos are the same as regular online casinos, with all the same games and tournaments. However, there are two huge points
Jul 16, 2024 3 min read The prestigious Es Saadi Marrakech Resort in Morocco is gearing up for the 2024 edition of the Marrakech Poker Open, which runs from July 29 through August 4. Brought to you in association with 60 International Poker Festival and the Casino de Marrakech, the 2024 Marrakech Poker Open sees
Jul 16, 2024 In the 847th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz, and Connor Richards come to you from Level 9 Studio to preview the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event final table. Who is at the final table of nine? How did they get there? And who do they
Manuel Villar Jr. recognized as the Philippines‘ wealthiest individual, is poised to make a significant entry into the casino industry with the planned opening of his first gaming venue in mid-2025. This move represents Villar’s inaugural venture into the lucrative gaming sector, with an ambitious $1 billion investment aimed at establishing two integrated casino resorts.
A significant contract dispute between FanDuel and the New York Racing Association (NYRA) has been resolved just in time for the start of Saratoga’s highly anticipated summer racing season. The disagreement, which had halted horse betting on FanDuel’s platforms, ended Thursday, ensuring that fans nationwide can once again place wagers on New York racing events.
In a thrilling development for online casino enthusiasts, SwinttStudios has teamed up with the up-and-coming Kyiv-based studio Twin Win Games to release their first collaborative slot game, Cheshire’s Luck. Announced on July 16, 2024, the fantasy-themed slot invites players to explore a whimsical world inspired by the Cheshire Cat, where magical wild respins can conjure
The iconic Mirage Hotel & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip, which helped redefine the city as an ultra-luxury resort destination, is set to close on July 17, 2024. This closure marks the end of an era for a property that has been a significant part of Las Vegas’ transformation over the past 34 years.
The Four Queens Hotel and Casino in downtown Las Vegas is undergoing a $24 million renovation project, focusing on the rooms of its North Tower. The comprehensive overhaul, announced on Monday, aims to modernize and upgrade the facilities that have been in place since 1966. Tim Lager, the general manager of Four Queens, stated in
Three Ohio House Republicans have jointly recommended the legalization of online casinos and ilottery, citing the potential benefits for the state. Representatives Jay Edwards, Jeff LaRe, and Cindy Abrams expressed their support in a letter included in the Study Commission on the Future of Gaming in Ohio’s report, issued on July 12. This commission was
Among the companies eagerly awaiting the new edition of iGB L!VE, to take place this week at the RAI Amsterdam (July 17-18), is Alpha Affiliates. The casino and betting affiliate program will be unveiling new offerings and creating a vibrant atmosphere for networking at booth 11-A44, in what is set to be the last edition
Massachusetts has reported an increase in sports betting activity in June compared to the previous year, although the retail sector faced losses. According to the latest report from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, total sports betting handle reached $509.4 million, a 57.5% increase from $323.5 million in June 2023. However, this figure was a 13.3% decrease
Jul 16, 2024 5 min read Two-time bracelet winner Dylan Weisman boarded the 888ride Chevy Tahoe in Vegas for a podcast-style chat with David Tuchman. 888ride is an online show run by 888poker. It involves Tuchman interviewing various poker players as he drives them around Vegas. In this case, he was getting Weisman to the
In a recent proposal, some Republican state lawmakers in Ohio are advocating for the introduction of mobile lottery sales and casino games, including blackjack and poker, on smartphones. This move aims to modernize the state’s gambling landscape and tap into the burgeoning mobile gaming market. During a panel discussion on Friday, the lawmakers presented their