Vietnam has decided to extend the trial period that allows its citizens to gamble at selected casinos until December 31, 2024, according to recent government reports. This extension, part of a pilot project that started at the Phu Quoc casino, aims to evaluate the viability and impact of permitting local residents to engage in casino gambling, a practice
Month: August 2024
Pragmatic Play Ltd, a prominent casino software company in the iGaming industry, has launched its latest online slot game, Forging Wilds. This new release is a 5×3 video slot set in a blacksmith’s workshop, offering players an immersive gaming experience complete with innovative features and the potential for substantial rewards. The launch, announced on Monday, August 26th,
The Macau Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) has raised alarms over a significant increase in gambling disorder cases during the first half of 2024. According to official reports, 108 cases were registered in the central system for gambling-related issues during this period, marking a concerning trend given that 169 cases were recorded for the entirety of 2023. Breakdown
Macau’s economy has shown significant signs of recovery in 2024, with the region’s gross domestic product (GDP) reaching MOP204.3 billion (US$25.5 billion) in the first half of the year. This marks a real year-on-year growth of 15.7%, bringing the overall economic size back to 86.2% of the pre-pandemic level from the same period in 2019. Notably, this
MGM Resorts has appointed Keith Barr, former CEO of IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), to the company’s Board of Directors. Barr becomes the 12th member of the board. “Barr is a globally recognized leader in the hospitality industry, with more than 30 years of experience,” says MGM. He served as the CEO of IHG Hotels
Pay4Fun announced the arrival of a new partner: the online operator Rocket Spin, which can now benefit from its payment solutions. On the platform, bettors can find a wide range of games, live casino, slots, and much more, the company detailed. With a strong presence in the online gaming and betting sector, Pay4Fun launched in
Aug 26, 2024 2 min read Over the years, countless players have experienced all that the European Poker Tour has to offer. Sam Grafton is no exception. So, as the EPT Barcelona festival gets underway today — marking the tour’s 20th anniversary — we spoke with the PokerStars Ambassador about his EPT memories and the
Efforts to legalize sports betting in Texas are facing substantial hurdles, largely due to increased lobbying and campaign contributions aimed at legalizing casinos in the state. These actions have galvanized anti-gaming forces in Texas, reducing the likelihood that sports betting will be legalized in the near future. According to a recent report by Eilers &
Wazdan, a prominent game-focused developer, has further solidified its presence in the Italian market with its latest partnership with CasinoMania, a key player in Italy’s iGaming sector. This strategic deal will bring over 40 of Wazdan’s top-performing and beloved titles to Italian players, including popular games such as 25 Coins™, Sizzling 777 Deluxe, and Mighty
International Game Technology announced that its IGT Global Solutions Corporation subsidiary has signed a three-year primary instant ticket printing and related services contract with longtime partner Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa (SCML), Portugal’s national lottery. The company noted that the contract was awarded following a competitive procurement. Under the terms of the agreement, SCML
Esports betting solutions provider DATA.BET has announced its plan to participate in the SBC Summit 2024 in Lisbon, stand D160. From September 24 to 26, the company’s representatives will introduce new widgets, designed to boost user interaction and improve business outcomes, as well as a tool that “transforms the landscape of esports betting by offering players
iGaming content provider PopOk Gaming has announced the launch of its latest video slot game, Pirate Fortune, set in “an adventurous and mysterious world of pirates.” The provider says that pirate-themed games have always been a favorite among players, with the new slot designed to “take this excitement to new heights.” Set on a classic
Online gaming giant FanDuel has announced a roster of offerings ahead of the NFL kickoff, including a new creative brand campaign, a free trial offer for NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTube TV, and new product features. “Football season is an exhilarating time for fans, and we are committed to delivering an unparalleled sports betting
iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has announced a partnership with Sazka, one of the established gaming operators in the Czech Republic, as it continues to expand its footprint in Central Europe. Under the agreement, Sazka’s players will gain access to Pragmatic Play’s award-winning Slots portfolio, including popular titles like the Big Bass series, Gates of
Aug 26, 2024 4 min read George Yazbek was eliminated in 15th place in the World Poker Tour (WPT) Prime Cyprus Championship — but that’s only half the story after one of the craziest coolers reported deep in a poker tournament. The WPT live reporting team captured the four-way all in that could have been
View image in fullscreen ‘It’s David v Goliath’: a recovering addict takes on TikTok’s gambling influencers Rob Minnick uses the platform to detail the dangers of gambling in an effort to tackle content that normalizes it Rob Minnick was in a bathroom in Paris when it dawned on him that he might need some help.
Aug 26, 2024 3 min read Just nine players remain in the WPT Prime Cyprus Championship, all eyeing up the $172,870 that awaits the winner. Leading the way is the same player that started Day 2 as the chip leader Senchylo Zuev who holds a slight lead from Tudor Purice in second and Emile Abi-Daher
View image in fullscreen Channel 10 on notice after breaching gambling advertising ban during Socceroos match Media watchdog issues warning after 10 Play aired 17 betting commercials during friendly with England and women’s A-League game Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast
Aug 25, 2024 4 min read Seth Davies used a key blocker to pull off a massive bluff in a crucial pot, a hand that helped propel the high-stakes star to a Super High Roller Bowl Cyprus win and $3,206,000. The $300,000 buy-in PokerGO Tour event attracted 24 entrants, creating a prize pool of $7,056,000.
New Haven, a city in Indiana with ambitions of becoming a more prominent tourist destination, may soon see a significant development that aligns with Mayor Steve McMichael’s vision. A newsletter released by Hannah News Service last Friday revealed that the Rising Star Casino Resort, currently located on the banks of the Ohio River in southeast Indiana,