Quil Ceda Creek Casino in Tulalip, Washington has debuted a new high-limit slots room. Formerly occupied by The Landing Restaurant and spanning 2,835 sq. ft., the space features 60 machines with a $500 maximum bet per spin and will be open seven days a week. The high-limit slots room also offers cocktails, wine, and beer
Month: August 2024
A bill that aimed to accelerate the bidding process for three new downstate casino licenses in New York appears to have stalled, with its proposed deadline now seemingly abandoned. The legislation, sponsored by Sen. Joseph Addabbo and passed by both the House and Senate in June, set a deadline of August 31, 2024, for bid
Aug 14, 2024 2 min read We already knew that Bryce Hall can play poker at more than a competent level, but he wasn’t the only one who put on a solid performance during Monday’s Celebrity Poker Tour Game Night III, which aired on PokerGO. That said, the social media personality came out victorious, winning
Belgium’s gambling industry has recorded growth in 2023, with gross gaming revenue (GGR) increasing by 16.7% over the previous year, according to a recent report from the Commission des Jeux de Hasard (CJH), the nation’s gambling regulator. The industry’s total GGR reached €1.7 billion ($1.9 billion), up from €1.5 billion ($1.64 million) in 2022. Online
The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOP-C) is set to host a 12-tournament series at the City Centre Casino in Rosario, Argentina, from 17th to 25th October. The event will feature 12 WSOP Gold Ring tournaments, with the Main Event requiring a buy-in of $1,100. For those looking to enter at a lower cost, GGPoker is
B2B gaming content and solutions provider Inspired Entertainment has announced the launch of three new progressive jackpot slot games in New Jersey. The titles — Cleo’s Jackpot Win & Spin, Mermaid’s Jackpot Win & Spin, and Fortune Bao Bao Win & Spin —introduce a unified 5×3 reel layout, along with a range of features and
Gaming and hospitality company Golden Entertainment reported a significant decline in its second-quarter financial results for 2024, with revenue falling by 41.6% year-over-year to $167.3 million. The downturn was largely attributed to the sale of key assets in 2023 and early 2024, including the Rocky Gap Casino Resort and its distributed gaming operations in Montana
Mesquite Gaming has announced the appointment of Rich Boyd as Director of Marketing. The operator noted Boyd brings over 15 years of marketing and operations experience in the gaming industry to CasaBlanca Resort & Casino and Virgin River Hotel & Casino, Mesquite Gaming’s properties in Mesquite, Nevada. “Rich is the perfect person to help lead
Gaming & Technology Expo (GAT) has announced the launch of GAT Esports, a pioneer event in Colombia that will be held on September 5 – 6, in two key locations in the country’s capital. The first day will be held at the Emerald Room of the Bogota Marriott Hotel, while the second meeting will be held
Aug 14, 2024 4 min read While poker players from around the world were gather in Las Vegas for the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP), Season 2 of The Mole premiered on Netflix. The popular reality show sees contestants compete in challenges to bank money while seeking to determine who among them is a
Flutter Entertainment, the owner of Paddy Power and FanDuel, has raised its full-year guidance after reporting its first financial results since relocating its headquarters and primary stock market listing to the United States. For the quarter ending June 30, Flutter’s net profit soared to $297 million, more than quadrupling from the same period last year.
Sports betting giant DraftKings on Tuesday said it would no longer impose a surcharge on winning bets in high-tax U.S. states, reversing a decision announced just two weeks earlier. The move comes after rival sportsbook FanDuel, owned by Flutter Entertainment, declined to implement a similar charge, leaving DraftKings isolated in its strategy. The Massachusetts-based sports
Skilrock Technologies announced Wednesday that it has been shortlisted for the title of Software Supplier of the Year at the EGR Italy Awards 2024. “This recognition underscores Skilrock’s dedication to delivering cutting-edge, player-centric solutions that transform the online gaming experience,” the gaming industry technology provider said. Skilrock says that its commitment to innovation has led to
Bloomberry Resorts Corp reported a decline in its financial performance for the second quarter of 2024, with consolidated gross gaming revenues falling by 4% year-on-year to Php14.5 billion ($255 million). This drop was primarily due to a significant decrease in VIP game volumes at its Entertainment City venue, despite the positive financial contribution from the
EveryMatrix, a leading iGaming technology supplier, has successfully launched its casino content in Ontario, Canada, with DraftKings, one of North America’s premier operators. This marks another significant step in EveryMatrix’s expansion into key North American markets, following their earlier success in New Jersey. The integration with DraftKings will provide players in Ontario access to a
Flutter Entertainment has significantly raised its full-year earnings forecast following a surprisingly strong second quarter, choosing not to impose a surcharge on customers in high-tax U.S. states. This strategic decision came just as its competitor, DraftKings, reversed a similar plan. Shares of Flutter, which recently transitioned its primary listing to the U.S., soared 11% in extended trading. The global leader in
Sportradar has announced a notable increase in its financial performance for the second quarter of 2024. The company experienced a 29% year-over-year growth in revenue, reaching €411.6 million, and a 22% increase in adjusted EBITDA to €106 million. This positive trajectory has prompted Sportradar to raise its financial outlook for the full year. Investment and expansion drive success: The
On Friday, August 9, Coweta’s top city official expressed support for a new $100 million hotel and casino development positioned just beyond the city limits, despite substantial opposition from local residents. Julie Casteen, the City Manager, noted that the planned site for the Coweta Casino Hotel at the southeast corner of State Highway 51 and 131st Street in Oklahoma is
iGaming content supplier Pragmatic Play has expanded its presence in Latin America through a new partnership with Mexican online casino operator Betxico. Under the agreement, Pragmatic Play will integrate its portfolio of slots, live casino, and virtual sports content onto Betxico’s platform, broadening its reach in the region. Betxico’s customers will gain full access to Pragmatic Play’s
Live casino games provider Imagine Live has entered the Georgian market through a strategic partnership with operator Betlive. The partnership will feature a dedicated studio designed to provide Betlive’s players with “a premium gaming experience,” the company said in a statement. Two Blackjack and one Roulette table will be equipped with the latest technology, allowing for