Caesars Entertainment has announced the appointment of Rodney Williams to its Board of Directors, effective July 1st, 2024, subject to required regulatory approvals and pending licensure. “With a unique perspective derived from a track record of luxury brand-building, strategic and digital marketing, and corporate leadership, Williams will bring a distinct and innovative vision to the Caesars
Month: July 2024
SiGMA has officially opened the nomination process for the East Europe gaming awards to the public. Taking place in Budapest, the SiGMA East Europe Awards will be held on the 2nd of September at the Intercontinental Hotel. Nominations and self-nominations will close on the 31st of July. An official shortlist will be announced, after which
Gaming machines and iGaming titles provider Zitro has announced the installation of its Fu Frog game in the Salones Universo, operated by the Jetnasa Group, in the Spanish autonomous community of Aragon. In a press release, the company stated that “this innovative game is transforming the entertainment experience in Aragon’s slot arcades, standing out for its
Control F5, a provider of integrated services for the online gaming and betting sector, presented a guide to improving the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX), important elements for the success of an online betting site. In a statement, the company explained that a good design of the betting website allows for greater user
The Regulating the Game conference has announced that Titus O’Reily, renowned writer, presenter, performer, and broadcaster, will be a keynote speaker at its 2025 edition in Sydney. Titus is the author of “Please Gamble Irresponsibly: The rise, fall, and rise of sports gambling in Australia”, which chronicles the regulation of gambling in Australia. “O’Reily’s participation adds to
The Specialized Prosecutor Unit for the Investigation of Cybercrime (UFEIC) of San Isidro, headed by prosecutor Alejandro Musso, ordered the blocking of 110 websites offering unauthorized casino games and bets and the seizure of ARS 250 million ($275,000). The investigation was launched based on information provided by personnel of the Cyber Patrol Division of the
Macau is facing significant hurdles in its quest to return to its pre-pandemic prosperity, according to a gaming scholar. In a recent report, Wang Changbin, head of the Centre for Gaming and Tourism Studies at Macau Polytechnic University, highlighted the slow pace of recovery in Macau’s gaming industry compared to other major gaming hubs like
iGaming content supplier Pragmatic Play has unveiled a new sweets-themed game, the Sweet Kingdom slot. The game awards wins when 5-15+ sweet symbols connect horizontally or vertically on the 7×7 grid, which is presided over by a regal one-eyed candy. In the base game, treasure chest money symbols can land with a random value of
The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has announced the return of its WSOP Circuit (WSOP-C), featuring 18 stops both domestic and international, that run through the end of the calendar year. The regional poker tour returns for its 20th season beginning Wednesday, July 19 at Choctaw Casino Resort in Durant, Oklahoma, immediately following the conclusion of
Jul 02, 2024 Last updated Jul 02, 2024 Guests: Joey Ingram In the 843rd episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway and Kyna England are joined at Level 9 Studio by Joey Ingram, who served as special co-host to talk about the latest happenings at the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) as well as
Star Entertainment Group has appointed Steve McCann, the former head of Crown Resorts, as its new group chief executive and managing director, effective July 8, pending regulatory approval. McCann succeeds Robbie Cooke, who stepped down from the position in March but stayed on in a consultancy role while the company searched for a replacement. Neale
The Ghana Association of Sports Betting Operators (GHASBO) has made an appeal to industry regulators and tax authorities to take decisive action against unlicensed and unregulated betting platforms operating within the country. Illicit operators are reportedly using Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and cryptocurrencies to evade tax obligations, says the GHASBO, depriving Ghana of revenue needed
Global wagering giant Ladbrokes has extended its principal partnership agreement with Tasracing and the Tasmanian racing industry for a further five years. Ladbrokes, which is part of Entain Australia and New Zealand, will continue to be the Tasmanian racing industry’s venue and major race day partner for the next five years, with an option to
SBC Summit 2024, to take place from September 24th-26th at Feira Internacional de Lisboa in Portugal, is set to unveil “actionable insights that pave the way for sustained growth and innovation within the sports betting industry,” according to its organizers. The focus on sports betting comes as the vertical sees rapid technological evolution and shifting
The Arkansas Racing Commission (ARC) has granted Cherokee Nation Entertainment (CNE) a license to build a casino in Pope County, ending a lengthy process marked by legal battles and controversies that prolonged construction for years. The decision, made on June 27, follows the approval of a constitutional amendment by Arkansas voters in 2018, allowing for
Jul 02, 2024 4 min read Last updated Jul 02, 2024 “pivoupuzec” came back from fifth in chips to win the latest edition of the $100,000 Mystery Bounty Main Event online at 888poker. Some 979 players bought in and the Montenegrin outlasted them all, showcasing a little luck and plenty of skill en route to
PH Resorts Group Holdings Inc, which is overseeing the stalled Emerald Bay Resort casino project in Mactan, Cebu, has officially terminated its term sheet with Tiger Resort Leisure & Entertainment Inc (TRLEI). The cessation of this agreement, disclosed in a Tuesday filing, indicates that TRLEI will no longer invest in the project. TRLEI withdraws from
Flutter Entertainment, the global leader in online sports betting and iGaming, has appointed Christine M. McCarthy and Robert R. (“Dob”) Bennett to its Board of Directors, effective July 30, 2024. Ms. McCarthy will contribute to the Audit Committee, while Mr. Bennett will join the Risk and Sustainability Committee. John Bryant, Chair of the Flutter Board,
Greentube, NOVOMATIC’s digital gaming and entertainment division, has taken a significant step into the South African market by partnering with Sunbet. This collaboration, supported by NOVOMATIC Africa, marks Greentube’s debut in one of Africa’s most well-established markets. This strategic move aligns with Greentube’s global expansion efforts, according to the company’s official press release. The partnership
In a significant move to bolster the integrity of sports betting, the General Directorate for the Regulation of Gambling in Spain has mandated that all licensed gaming operators involved in horseracing or sports betting must join the Global Betting Market Investigation Service (SIGMA). Effective from 28 June 2024, this new requirement is designed to prevent