The Thai government’s initiative to develop integrated entertainment complexes, including casinos, has generated a mix of enthusiasm and skepticism within the tourism sector. Stakeholders express hope that such developments will revitalize the economy, although some question whether the benefits will outweigh the potential drawbacks. Weerawit Krueasombat, president of the Patong Entertainment Business Association (PEBA) in
Month: September 2024
Gannett Co., Inc., a leading media and marketing solutions company, has partnered strategically with BetMGM, a top-tier sports betting and iGaming operator. This collaboration, set to unfold over several years, designates BetMGM as the preferred online sportsbook and casino partner for USA TODAY Sports. The partnership encompasses the integration of sports betting odds and information throughout
Sports data solutions provider FeedConstruct has extended its partnership with the German Handball Bundesliga Women (HBF). The renewed agreement grants FeedConstruct exclusive worldwide betting streaming rights for the premier handball competitions. Under the multi-year deal, FeedConstruct will cover around 425 matches per season, including the German Handball Bundesliga Women, the 2nd Handball Bundesliga Women, and
iGaming content provider Play’n GO was honored at the Corporate Star Awards ceremony. The Swedish-founded gaming giant was shortlisted for the Best ESG Report award at a star-studded awards show in Amsterdam on Friday night. The company was recognized as a global leader in Environmental Social Governance (ESG) practices. Play’n GO was the only iGaming company
Gannett has announced a multi-year partnership with BetMGM, positioning the online sportsbook as the preferred provider of sports betting and casino services for USA Today Sports. The collaboration will allow BetMGM’s sports betting data to be integrated across the USA Today Network, which operates in over 200 markets across 43 states, reaching millions of readers.
Sep 18, 2024 4 min read Sebastian Huber‘s “teampeace&loove” has retaken the WCOOP League after “FAL1st” enjoyed an incredible time at the PokerStars tables. Although “FAL1st” did not add to his four World Championship Of Online Poker victories, they came close with a trio of final table appearances. “FAL1st”‘s valiant performances helped Team peace&loove amass
France’s competition regulator, l’Autorité de la Concurrence, has approved the acquisition of online gaming operator Kindred Group by lottery monopoly Française des Jeux (FDJ), while cautioning FDJ against leveraging its monopoly to promote Kindred’s products. The competition authority flagged the risk that cross-selling Kindred’s online betting and gaming products to FDJ’s monopoly lottery customers could
Macau’s government blocked more than 36,000 illegal gambling websites in the first half of 2024, as part of an ongoing effort to crack down on illicit online gambling sites that impersonate legitimate operators in the region, an official report said on Monday. “Illegal gambling websites often pretend to be those of Macau’s gaming operators, which
A new regulatory framework for gaming equipment in Cambodia has introduced a mandatory registration process and stricter import controls, causing unease among casino operators. The Commercial Gambling Management Commission (CGMC) has mandated that all casinos in the country register their gaming equipment by the end of the year, reported Inside Asian Gaming. Equipment that fails
Football’s return in August, albeit in the preseason, and the conclusion of the Olympic Games provided a much-needed boost to Vermont’s sports betting activity, ending a five-month streak of declining figures. According to the Department of Liquor and Lottery, the Green Mountain State saw an increase in wagers last month, reaching $11.3 million—a 19% rise
Sep 17, 2024 4 min read Isaac Haxton continued his dominance of the toughest tournaments in the world with a Poker Masters Presented by PokerStars NAPT victory on Tuesday. Event #6: $15,100 No-Limit Hold’em played down to six on Monday, and the remaining players returned to the PokerGO Studio in Las Vegas for Day 2,
Think you know what you’re being charged for? From the time you arrive to the time you leave, Las Vegas hidden fees can add up quickly and take a serious bite out of your vacation! Guests are being fleeced a dollar at a time all over town, and most don’t even realize how much they
New Jersey’s online gambling industry achieved its best month on record in August, raking in $198.4 million, a nearly 28% increase from the previous year. However, amid the surge in digital gaming, traditional brick-and-mortar casinos in Atlantic City continued to underperform compared to pre-pandemic levels. According to figures released by the New Jersey Division of Gaming
Major League Baseball’s (MLB) players union has filed lawsuits against sports betting platforms DraftKings, FanDuel, Bet365, and Underdog Fantasy, accusing them of unauthorized use of player names and likenesses in violation of publicity rights laws. The lawsuits, filed in federal and state courts, claim the companies used images of nearly every active MLB player on
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has released a list of unauthorized websites, warning that it has no connection with them. The list is aimed at protecting consumers and maintaining the integrity of Malta’s gaming industry, the regulator said. The URLs include www.rayvietnam.net, www.rbvn08.com, www.raybet03.com, www.ray097.com and www.ray40.com. The MGA notes that any references to the Authority
Sep 17, 2024 Life Outside Poker is a new podcast for PokerNews hosted by Connor Richards that seeks to pull back the curtain on poker players and allow viewers and listeners to get to know them on a personal level. In the 17th episode, Connor speaks with Scottish poker pro and Triple Crown winner Niall
Sep 17, 2024 3 min read The Olympic Casino Lietuva is set to host the largest poker festival held in Lithuania when the OlyBet Kings of Vilnius heads into town on November 15. The festival features more than 30 events and satellites, including a €1,100 Main Event boasting an impressive €250,000 guaranteed prize pool. November
In an impressive display of digital prowess, New Jersey’s online gambling sector reached new heights in August 2024, amassing an extraordinary $198.4 million in revenue. This figure represents the highest monthly total ever recorded in the state, showing a robust growth of nearly 28% from the previous year, as per the latest figures released by the New Jersey Division
The Resorts World Genting, Malaysia’s sole casino operator, is currently under threat of closure due to the rising political influence of an Islamic party, Parti Islam Se-Malaysia (PAS). Since 1969, the Genting Group has operated under a casino license granted by the Malaysian government, which requires renewal every three months. However, the casino’s future is now uncertain due to
Flutter Entertainment, a global leader in online sports betting and iGaming, has announced its agreement to acquire Snaitech S.p.A., one of Italy’s foremost omni-channel operators. The transaction, valued at an enterprise value of €2.3 billion, is set to reinforce Flutter’s strategic commitment to expanding its leadership across international markets. With the acquisition expected to close by the second