International gambling group Evoke has announced the acquisition of Romanian operator Winner.ro through its purchase of parent company New Gambling Solutions S.R.L. (NGS) for €10 million ($11.1 million). The transaction grants Evoke a 51% stake in NGS, with an option to increase ownership to 100% after three years. The acquisition makes Romania Evoke’s fifth core
Month: August 2024
Aug 23, 2024 8 min read The PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) is celebrating its 20th anniversary at the upcoming EPT Barcelona stop. Since its inception, the EPT has awarded over €575 million in prize money while visiting 24 cities in 19 countries. Fittingly, the EPT celebrates its 20th birthday at the venue that kicked
Legal advice for gambling sites is an essential element for any operation wishing to operate safely and legally in the competitive gambling market. The Control F5 Gaming and Betting Industry Solutions Center offers specialized legal advice to help companies navigate the complexities of regulation in emerging Brazilian and international markets. Compliance and adherence to all
Sports data solutions provider FeedConstruct announced a new partnership with the Malta Premier League, enhancing its European football data portfolio with coverage of all matches starting from the upcoming MPL 2024/25 season. The Malta Premier League will introduce a fresh format featuring 12 clubs competing in an Opening Round and Closing Round, with potential playoffs depending
California’s Jamul Casino has appointed Rocio Zorrilla as Hotel Director of the 16-story tower set to open Spring of 2025. Bringing over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, she will lead Jamul’s group of team members through opening and beyond, including day-to-day operations. As the first senior role hired for the all-new hotel,
Most gamblers to Macau have managed to visit local casinos with funds obtained in legitimate ways despite a widely reported crackdown on unlicensed money touts, Citigroup analysts said. In their latest note on Macau gaming, analysts George Choi and Ryan Cheung wrote that the observed premium mass betting had risen not only year on year
iGaming content provider Play’n GO has launched its latest online slot, Ankh of Anubis Awakening, a 5-reel sequel that transports players to a futuristic Egypt where Anubis, the God of the Underworld, returns with enhanced powers. The game offers an immersive adventure along the Nile River in a high-tech Egyptian landscape, with Anubis leading the way,
Aug 23, 2024 4 min read It’s Day 1b of the WPT Prime Cyprus Main Event, and after speaking with Matt Savage yesterday about how WPT Prime allows players to combine poker with the opportunity to travel the world, we found one player doing precisely that. Italian Priamo Carta notched the biggest result of his
Politicial figures who bet on election date will not face police charges, Met says Police say Gambling Commission still looking into potential offences under Gambling Act Police will not pursue any charges of misconduct in public office against political figures who potentially used inside information to bet on the general election debate, they have announced.
What is a VIP Casino Host? Hosts are employed by casinos, but their role is misunderstood by a lot of players. While the VIP casino host is working on behalf of the property, they also act as something of an employee for high roller players who are spending a lot of money on games. Hosts
Aug 23, 2024 3 min read With a lofty $1,000,000 guarantee, the WPT Prime Cyprus Main Event was always going to attract a healthy field. The $1,100 buy-in tournament is the first on the island, as the tour continues to expand to new destinations, offering the same World Poker Tour experience, regardless of buy-in. The
Aug 23, 2024 4 min read Hustler Casino Live’s Thursday night stream wasn’t an ordinary non-Friday poker game. Two pots cracked $500,000 during the six-hour session, one involving a player who hit quads and earned maximum value. The $200/$400 ($400 big blind ante) no-limit hold’em cash game featured some familiar faces to those who watch
Aug 22, 2024 2 min read Just months after the successful WPT Championship festival at Playground in Montreal, the World Poker Tour announced it will return to Montreal this fall. The WPT Playground festival will take place Oct. 14-30 and will culminate with a CAD $3,500 buy-in WPT Playground Championship event offering a guarantee of
Aug 22, 2024 2 min read Adrian Mateos added to his 2024 GPI Player of the Year lead on Thursday by taking down Super High Roller Series Cyprus Event #6: $25,750 No-Limit Hold’em Mystery Bounty for $162,000, and another $165,000 in bounties. The Spanish poker legend wasn’t the biggest winner in the tournament, however. Phil
Fantasy sports betting involves creating virtual teams composed of real-life athletes. Participants earn points based on the real-world performance of these athletes in their respective sports. The team with the most points at the end of a competition wins. This type of betting can be split into season-long and daily fantasy sports (DFS). While traditional
The explosive growth of online sweepstakes casinos in the United States has not gone unnoticed by players, regulators, and industry stakeholders. These platforms have quickly filled a niche in the market, offering a legally viable alternative to traditional online gambling. However, the very success that has propelled sweepstakes casinos into the spotlight also poses a
Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, will host the Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards 3.0 for the first time, gaming technology provider BetConstruct announced Thursday. Scheduled for December 12-14, the event will bring together the Web3, crypto, and iGaming sectors. Led by BetConstruct in collaboration with Fastex, the event promises to deliver “a fascinating industry experience.” The Ortak x
Maine could see its first in-person sports betting bar open sooner than later, as the owners of a Portland bar cleared their first obstacle on Monday when the city council approved the establishment’s liquor license. According to Portland Food Map, the new sports bar will be called Oddfellahs, and construction is currently underway at 55 Market
Paris Las Vegas, a popular fixture on the Las Vegas Strip, is gearing up for a grand celebration as it marks its 25th anniversary. The Parisian-themed resort, known for its replicas of iconic landmarks, is rolling out special deals on rooms, dining, weddings, and more, according to its parent company, Caesars Entertainment. To commemorate the
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has approved Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course’s (PNRC) request to remove 169 slot machines, with the casino citing the impact of skill games as a key factor behind the decision. The reduction lowers the number of slot machines on the casino floor to 1,532, just above the