US sports gaming and media company Underdog Fantasy has entered a seven-figure partnership renewal with emerging sports media company Snapback Sports and its founder Jack Settleman, also known as Underdog’s “Head of Winning,” through 2027. “The partnership with Snapback Sports derives from Underdog’s commitment to investing in fellow entrepreneurial businesses and providing them with opportunities to grow,”
Month: July 2024
IGT Global Solutions Corporation, a subsidiary of International Game Technology (IGT), has signed a five-year contract with Organización Nacional de Ciegos Espanoles (ONCE) to print instant ticket games for lottery players in Spain. As part of the contract, which runs through 2029, IGT will print a portion of ONCE’s new instant tickets. “ONCE continuously looks for ways
Gaming provider Zitro has announced a recent expansion in the Philippines, with its slot games now live at more Manila Integrated Resorts, including Okada Manila and Newport World Resorts. According to the supplier, the addition of Zitro’s slot games at these gaming destinations marks “a major milestone for the company.” Okada and Newport World Resorts players can
Sportsbook and iGaming solutions provider Digitain has announced enhancements to its in-house Bet Builder feature, introducing flexible management tools for configuration by leagues and margin control. These upgrades aim to boost user engagement and offer a tailored and localized betting experience. The Bet Builder feature, now enhanced, includes over 150 pre-match and 250 live tournaments,
International Game Technology PLC announced today that its subsidiary, IGT Global Solutions Corporation, has secured a five-year contract with Organización Nacional de Ciegos Espanoles (ONCE) to produce exciting instant ticket games for lottery enthusiasts in Spain. This contract, effective through 2029, will see IGT printing a portion of ONCE’s new instant tickets, aiming to enhance
Jul 11, 2024 3 min read After over eight hours of play on Day 2, Event #87: $5,000 8-Handed No-Limit Hold’emat the 2024 World Series of Poker concluded, with Matthew Alsante emerging as the winner. Navigating through a field of 1,041 players and generating a total prize pool of $4,788,600, Alsante defeated Punnat Punsri in
Jul 10, 2024 6 min read At the 2023 World Series of Poker, poker player Cody Daniels inspired the poker community with his strength and determination when taking on Poker’s World Championship while battling a terminal illness. This summer, the Lake Havasu City native returned to the WSOP, first playing Event #70: $400 Colossus before
Jul 10, 2024 2 min read The poker world received the sad news on Wednesday that Kurt McPhail, a long-time member of the World Poker Tour (WPT) family who founded the WPT League back in 2007 and more recently operated the WPT at Sea Poker Room on Virgin Voyages, passed away expectedly. McPhail, who lived
Jul 10, 2024 2 min read On Day 4 of the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, the 1,518th place finisher has busted. And that means every player still standing is guaranteed to go home with money and a profit. The top 1,517 players in poker’s most prestigious annual event are now all
You’ve probably heard by now that the Mirage is closing soon. But what may be a surprise is the Mirage giving away cash before they shut their doors on the 17th of this month. And what’s even more surprising is that they are required to do so by state law! How’s that for a kick
In a statement at the Saturday News Forum held in Quezon City, Dr. Winston Casio, spokesperson for the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC), advocated for a phased approach to address the presence of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) in the country. Dr. Casio expressed the view that a gradual phaseout, coupled with transitional measures, could effectively
The Redding Rancheria has received federal approval to proceed with its plan to expand and relocate the Win-River Resort and Casino to a new site along the Sacramento River, the tribe announced. The U.S. Department of the Interior finalized its decision on July 1 to transfer the Rancheria-owned land into federal trust status for gaming purposes. Originally announced
Stephanie Peacock, Labour MP for Barnsley South, has been appointed as the gambling minister within the Department for Culture, Media and Sport. Previously, she served as the shadow minister for Media, Gambling, and Sport until last week’s general election, where she retained her South Yorkshire seat as part of Labour’s sweeping victory. Over the past year,
Holland Casino has appointed Hans van Slooten as its new Director of Operations, effective October 1. Van Slooten, who has served as Regional Casino Manager in the Northeast region for the past three years, brings a wealth of experience from previous roles at KLM, Sligro, and FrieslandCampina to the role. Van Slooten will succeed Noël
Illinois’ DraftKings at Casino Queen has announced that it will host two job fairs on Saturday, July 13, and Thursday, July 25, with part-time and full-time positions available for dozens of new team members. Prospective team members are invited to apply and interview on the spot for a variety of open positions including barback, bartender, busser,
The three Detroit casinos posted $105.44 million in monthly aggregate revenue (AGR) for June. As reported by the Michigan Gaming Control Board, $104.55 million was generated from table games and slots, while retail sports betting contributed $889,014. The monthly market shares were distributed as follows: MGM held 46%, MotorCity 30%, and Hollywood Casino at Greektown 24%. Revenue from
The American Gaming Association (AGA) endorsed legislation authored by Congressmen David Valadao (R-CA) and Troy Carter (D-LA) that would create a program under the Department of Homeland Security’s Blue Campaign to certify employers that train their workforce on identifying and combating human trafficking. This legislation was introduced on Monday. “Businesses across hospitality, entertainment, and transportation
Affiliate marketing is a key strategy for online casino operators in 2024, often accounting for 50-80% of player acquisition. In response, iGaming solutions provider SOFTSWISS is sharing a free ebook on the subject, titled How to Market Online Casino. The ebook provides an in-depth look at various marketing channels, tactics, and the challenges operators face, sharing best
The Bahamas’ Atlantis Paradise Island resort has announced the completion of a $150 million property-wide transformation, including updates to the casino, guestrooms, restaurants, and lounges. The resort unveiled refashioned guest rooms at The Royal, Atlantis’ towers; an entirely redefined Atlantis Casino; and Paranza, a new restaurant at The Cove from Michelin-starred chef Michael White. The
ECL Entertainment, a Las Vegas-based gaming company, has announced plans for a new charitable gaming casino, The Nash Casino, in Nashua, New Hampshire. The $250 million project will be located at the former Sears site in the Pheasant Lane Mall and is scheduled to open this winter. The two-story, 180,000-square-foot venue, initially referred to as