Macau’s economy witnessed a significant resurgence in the first half of 2024, with its gross domestic product (GDP) reaching MOP204.3 billion (US$25.5 billion), marking a 15.7% year-on-year increase. This growth brings the economic output to 86.2% of its level in the first half of 2019, surpassing the MOP200 billion threshold for the first time since
Month: August 2024
What is Apple Pay? Picture this: It’s the digital wallet you never knew you needed. Apple Pay is Apple’s answer to the hassle of carrying around a wad of cash or a stack of cards. It’s a virtual vault where you can store your credit and debit cards securely on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple
Aug 28, 2024 3 min read The Paris Olympics may be in the books, but when it comes to Olympic news there was a big announcement in the poker world. The most decorated Olympian in history, Michael Phelps, who won 28 medals in swimming, including 23 gold medals, has expanded his partnership with Global Poker.
Aug 28, 2024 3 min read The poker world received sad news this past weekend when it was revealed that longtime poker media veteran Marty Derbyshire, 52, passed away unexpectedly from Melioidosis, also known as Whitmore’s disease, an uncommon bacterial infection. Originally from Vancouver, British Columbia, Derbyshire relocated to Thailand several years ago where he
Kyle Anderson Aug 28, 2024 3 min read Hey, everyone. I’m Kyle Anderson, PokerNews ambassador and Ontario resident. Here is an update on everything that’s happened in the poker world in Ontario in the last month. Kyle Anderson coming to you from the 2024 WSOP! Remember, ON players can legally play real money poker in
There have been educated guesses about when Tropicana Las Vegas would be brought down in a controlled series of explosions. And let’s be real here… everybody loves watching the destruction, even if you sorta likes the old place. But time marches on, and Vegas waits for no one. So, here we are. The hotel towers
The Korean casino market is experiencing a surge in growth, thanks to new regulations that have significantly increased investor confidence. This positive trend is paving the way for more investments and developments within the industry. As these changes unfold, both local and international stakeholders are taking note. The recent regulatory adjustments in Korea have created
As Macau gears up for its next leadership election, a major candidate has voiced concerns over the overwhelming influence of the casino industry on the city’s economy, signaling potential changes in future economic policies. Sam Hou Fai, the former president of Macau’s Court of Final Appeal and a key contender for the chief executive role,
Lottery and gaming industry solutions provider Skilrock Technologies is set to sponsor the Navigating African Gaming Regulations: Industry Perspective webinar, scheduled for September 11, 2024. As a sponsor, Skilrock aims to empower regional lottery stakeholders and facilitate insightful discussions on Africa’s gaming regulatory environment, the company said. The webinar is organized by TrulyExpo, “Skilrock has consistently supported TrulyExpo’s
The Wyoming Lottery Corporation, commonly known as WyoLotto, celebrated its 10th anniversary on August 24th, describing the milestone as “a legendary decade of serving Wyoming.” “We are Wyoming grown, and we love this state. It is truly a great place to call home,” said Jon Clontz, WyoLotto CEO. Clontz has been with WyoLotto since the
Damien Leforbes, a professional poker player, has entered a guilty plea in federal court on charges of operating an illegal sports betting operation and money laundering, according to a SportsHandle report. Leforbes faces legal consequences, including the possibility of up to 15 years in prison, three years of supervised release, and a fine of up
South Carolina lawmakers are gearing up for a renewed effort to legalize online sports betting when the General Assembly reconvenes in January, driven by the lucrative potential and the success of neighboring states. The push comes despite two recent legislative failures and growing concerns about the social costs of gambling. However, experts and policymakers argue
A survey conducted by Hibou, a company specializing in consumer tracking and understanding, has revealed that 68% of the Brazilian population bets. The full survey can be read at this link. The lottery tops the list, with 47% of preferences. It is followed by raffles (25%), sports betting (11%), bingo (10%), online casinos (8%), jogo
Play’n GO Music, the music division of iGaming content provider Play’n GO, announced the release of its fifth and final playlist in a series in conjunction with the MoneyGram Haas F1 Team. The supplier is a sponsor of the team. Fan Fueled Faves will consist solely of songs chosen by fans of the American team, a
Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Tourism has pledged its full support for the SiGMA South Asia event, which is set to debut in Colombo in 2025. The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB) officially endorsed the event, calling it a significant opportunity for the country’s tourism and gaming sectors. In a letter of endorsement, Thisum Jayasuriya, Chairman
Aug 28, 2024 3 min read Steve O’Dwyer had waited two years to get his hands on another PokerStars European Poker Tour spade trophy, so he didn’t seem to mind taking until the early hours of the morning to seal his victory in the €12,300 PokerStars Cuatro Knockout. With the clock approaching 5 a.m. inside
B2B gaming content and technology provider Inspired Entertainment has announced the release of Bullion Bars Grab the Gold – the latest addition to its Bullion Bars franchise, now available to the UK LBO, B3 market. “Bullion Bars Grab the Gold takes player excitement to new heights with the introduction of the Grab the Gold bonus feature,”
Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) has officially completed its acquisition of Titan Inc. Limited, a provider of SEO and content services. This move, which was initially announced in June 2024, is set to enhance the operational capabilities of Gentoo Media, GiG’s media and affiliate business formerly known as GiG Media. The acquisition, valued at €3.2 million ($3.57
After being approved by the Ministry of Finance as a certification entity in Brazil, BMM Spain Testlabs was hired by Caixa Loterias to provide technical certification services for the fixed odds betting system. In April, the laboratory obtained certification for online betting systems from the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA) and the Paraná State
Aug 28, 2024 2 min read A familiar face arrived at Casino Barcelona, eager to challenge some of the world’s top poker players at the PokerStars European Poker Tour stop in Barcelona. Soccer legend Gerard Piqué took his seat in a €20,000 buy-in tournament, joining a star-studded field that included Poker Hall of Famer Erik