The Timbisha Shoshone Tribe, rooted in the heart of Death Valley, has received approval from the U.S. Interior Department to build a long-awaited casino in Inyokern, California. This milestone comes two years after a previous attempt to establish a casino in Ridgecrest fell through amid legal and community opposition. On July 8th, a notice in
Month: July 2024
The Philippine gaming industry witnessed a significant surge in revenue during the first half of 2024, reporting a year-on-year growth of 19.2%. According to the latest figures released by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), the industry’s total revenue reached Php194.7 billion (US$3.34 billion) for the period. This impressive growth has been largely driven
Push Gaming has officially entered the Spanish market through an exclusive agreement with two major operators. This milestone marks the first time the game developer has launched in Spain, signifying an important step in its European expansion strategy. Exclusive launch with leading operators: Push Gaming has structured a dual-exclusive deal with Pokerstars.es and Gran Madrid | Casino Online.
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has fined Fanatics Betting and Gaming $15,000 for accepting a prohibited wager on an in-state college team. The fine, recommended by the Investigations and Enforcement Bureau (IEB), was unanimously approved by the MGC in a 4-0 vote during a public meeting. The incident occurred on December 13, 2023, when a
Push Gaming, a renowned name in the online gaming industry, has made its debut in the Spanish market through an exclusive partnership with two of Spain’s largest operators, Pokerstars and Gran Madrid | Casino Online. This strategic move marks a significant milestone for the studio as it continues to expand its presence in key European
The Curaçao Gaming Control Board (GCB) has announced the reopening of its online portal for B2C and B2B license applications on July 15, 2024. This decision follows the closure of the previous application window on April 30, which was extended from March 31 to resolve application issues. Prioritization and New Applications While the GCB is
Eventus International has confirmed that the debut iGaming DACH Summit is set to take place on October 1st and 2nd, 2024, in Vienna. The event aims to foster networking, share insights, and explore business opportunities within the iGaming sector in Central Europe, “amidst Vienna’s vibrant cultural scene.” Eventus International has listed what attendees can expect
Kentucky’s online sports betting reached a total handle of $175.5 million in May, with operators disbursing $154.5 million back to players. According to the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC), adjusted gross revenue for May stood at $22.3 million, contributing $3.1 million in excise tax to state coffers. These funds support various public initiatives, including education, disaster
Games studio Galaxsys has collaborated with PIN-UP Partners for the launch of an exclusive new turbo game, Hamster Mania. Hamster Mania offers players a “fun and user-friendly gaming experience”, Galaxsys said in a statement. The objective is to secure the highest winnings by tapping on the hamster character within a circular frame, with each tap
Sportsbook and iGaming solutions provider Digitain has expanded its technology portfolio with the launch of its Centrivo CRM platform. The platform offers operator partners a comprehensive multi-channel and automation solution for player lifecycle management and engagement. The Centrivo CRM platform addresses the need for advanced marketing technology among iGaming operators. It enables operators to unify
International Game Technology (IGT) has released its 2023 Sustainability Report, showcasing the growth of the company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance driven by its Sustainable Play initiatives. “The 2023 IGT Sustainability Report highlights our ongoing global sustainability initiatives that endeavor to positively impact our people and our planet, as we continue to demonstrate measurable progress
Jul 15, 2024 2 min read Final Table Profile: Malo Latinois Seat: 2 Chip Count: 25,500,000 Big Blinds: 16 Hometown: Carrollton, TX Malo Latinois’s Poker Background The first cash of Latinois’ career came in the France Poker Open in January 2022, while his largest cash came the following February when he finished 16th in the
Jul 15, 2024 3 min read Final Table Profile: Brian Kim Seat: 3 Chip Count: 94,600,000 Big Blinds: 59 Hometown: Walnut, California Brian Kim’s Poker Background Brian Kim Brian Kim is about to finally become a mainstream poker star thanks to his participation in the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event final table.
Jul 15, 2024 2 min read Final Table Profile: Niklas Astedt Seat: 4 Chip Count: 94,200,000 Big Blinds: 59 Hometown: Goteborg, Sweden Niklas Astedt’s Poker Background You might know him by Niklas Astedt, but if you don’t, you’ve probably heard of “Lena900”, his online username. He currently sits atop the PokerStake all-time online leaderboard with
Jul 15, 2024 3 min read Final Table Profile: Joe Serock Seat: 5 Chip Count: 83,600,000 Big Blinds: 52 Hometown: Las Vegas, Nevada Twitter: @floesknows Joe Serock’s Poker Background Joe Serock has been a fixture in the poker world for nearly 20 years, with over 200 tournament cashes since 2007, where he’s amassed more than
Jul 15, 2024 3 min read Final Table Profile: Jordan Griff Seat: 6 Chip Count: 143,700,000 Big Blinds: 90 Hometown: Schaumburg, Illinois Jordan Griff’s Poker Background Jordan Griff Jordan Griff hails from the Chicago area (Schaumburg, Illinois, to be exact), and he’s going to be one of the fan favorites at the final table. Not
Jul 15, 2024 2 min read Final Table Profile: Jonathan Tamayo Seat: 7 Chip Count: 26,700,000 Big Blinds: 17 Hometown: Las Vegas, Nevada Twitter: @driverseati Jonathan Tamayo’s Poker Background With $2.3 million in career earnings and four WSOP Circuit rings — the most recent coming in March 2018 — Tamayo is no stranger to deep
Jul 15, 2024 3 min read Final Table Profile: Andres Gonzalez Seat: 8 Chip Count: 18,300,000 Big Blinds: 11 Hometown: Cartagena, Spain Andres Gonzalez’s Poker Background Thirty-year-old Andres Gonzalez is a Spanish poker player with recorded tournament cashes dating back to 2012. Excluding his payout in the World Series of Poker Main Event, he’s recorded
Jul 15, 2024 2 min read Final Table Profile: Jason Sagle Seat: 9 Chip Count: 67,300,000 Big Blinds: 42 Hometown: Niagara Falls, Ontario (Canada) Twitter: @pokerbigbird Jason Sagle’s Poker Background With $1.6 million in earnings, Sagle is no beginner, and after a short period away from poker he’s returned with a bang to sit in
Jul 15, 2024 7 min read This daily article series is brought to you by GTO Wizard. The #1 Poker Training App. The 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) is rapidly approaching its conclusion at the Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas, with only a handful of events remaining on the busy schedule. Day 48 saw