iGaming technology provider SOFTSWISS has announced the introduction of a new jackpot feature that will enhance crash and live games. Now, all popular categories of games within the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator can participate in Jackpot draws. According to the provider, this update became possible “thanks to the seamless integration between the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator and the
Month: September 2024
Pay4Fun, an online payment company for the iGaming market, announced a new integration with operator Lucky Circus, further expanding its entertainment portfolio. The platform offers new themed games, including electrifying slots, mega games and other content inspired by the circus universe, the provider detailed. Recognition The company emphasized that Pay4Fun has established itself as “a
1xBet has announced its decision to take part in the SBC Summit 2024 exhibition on September 24 – 26, at the Feira International de Lisboa exhibition center. Representatives of the most famous market players will gather in Lisbon to discuss the industry’s future, exchange experiences, and establish new contacts. The SBC Awards ceremony will also take
Spanish gambling group Grupo Codere SA posted a net loss of €117 million ($129 million) for the first half of 2024, as weak trading conditions hit revenues across its core markets. However, the company has significantly reduced its debt burden following a €1 billion ($1.1 billion) debt write-off agreement with creditors. H1 revenues declined 11%
Online gaming solutions provider Comtrade Gaming’s CG Games division has announced it has received its approval for the distribution of casino content in Romania. According to the provider, the license will allow players in Romania to access a range of games from the CG Games portfolio, including Sweet Treasures, Crash Soccer, Wild Miner, Diamond King,
Wynn Resorts has agreed to pay $130 million to U.S. federal authorities as part of a settlement over illegal money transfers at its flagship Las Vegas Strip property. The settlement, which includes a non-prosecution agreement, resolves charges that the casino giant allowed unlicensed money transfer businesses to funnel funds to gamblers. The U.S. Justice Department
Sep 10, 2024 2 min read The Women in Poker Hall of Fame (WiPHoF), which was established in 2008 and currently has 25 members, has opened its public nomination process and will accept submissions until September 23. Anyone may submit a nomination and the Hall Committee will review all nominations for qualifications and consideration. WiPHoF
Ohio State Senator Niraj Antani has unveiled Senate Bill 312, a new piece of legislation aimed at legalizing online gambling, or iGaming, in the state. The bill proposes that the Ohio Casino Control Commission oversee online casino operations, which would include games such as poker, roulette, blackjack, and slot machines. Under the proposed legislation, online
NorthStar Gaming Holdings Inc. has unveiled a series of product enhancements for its NorthStar Bets online betting platform, aimed at strengthening its position as a premium gaming provider. These upgrades, designed to improve user experience, include a revamped casino section, a bespoke NorthStar Elite Blackjack table, and an overhaul of its Sports Insights 2.0 feature.
As the 2024 NFL season gets underway, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a warning to sports bettors across the country, urging them to wager only through licensed sportsbooks. The IRS Criminal Investigation Unit (IRS-CI) delivered a letter reminding taxpayers of the legal risks associated with illicit gambling, as well as the importance of
The Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas has appointed Stephen Thayer as its new general manager, the San Manuel Gaming and Hospitality Authority (SMGHA) announced on Monday. Thayer, previously the general manager of The STRAT, will officially assume his role next week, succeeding Cynthia Kiser Murphey, who stepped down earlier this summer. Thayer brings a
Wanna.com has announced the launch of its daily fantasy sports app, Wanna Parlay. With Wanna Parlay, players can compete against others to see who can build the best parlay and finish in the top 10 on any contest leaderboard to take home a substantial cash prize. Described in a press release as the “richest parlay in
Sep 10, 2024 3 min read The 2024 World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) is a little over a week away with the first of 15 bracelet-awarding events scheduled to shuffle up and deal on September 18. The 2024 WSOPE continues until October 9, the date the €10,350 Main Event NLH European Championship crowns its
A monumental ruling by the U.S. District Judge Jia Cobb has potentially revolutionized the way Americans engage with election forecasts. Judge Cobb overturned a previous Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) decision that barred Kalshi, a prediction-market startup, from operating markets on congressional election outcomes. This decision could soon allow public trading on the political fate of the U.S. House of Representatives
Sweden’s gaming industry has shown a remarkable increase in economic performance in the second quarter of 2024. The licensed gaming companies reported a total turnover of SEK 6.9 billion, representing a growth of 6.4 percent compared to the same period last year. These figures, which account for players’ stakes minus winnings paid, underscore a positive trend in the
In a strategic move that has heightened local rivalry, Peoria city officials are aggressively lobbying for Boyd Gaming to relocate its Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino from East Peoria to a new land-based facility within their jurisdiction. This initiative is part of a broader effort to draw significant economic activity and tourism to the Illinois city. The
Kiron Interactive, a frontrunner in the virtual sports and numbers games industry, has recently launched its Next-Gen Casino suite, an exciting development realized in partnership with the industry heavyweight, Light & Wonder. This collaboration marks the debut of two innovative titles, ROACH ROULETTE and CRAB ROULETTE, with promises of more intriguing games like PEGNUIN PLUNGE and sports-themed CRASH games, RODEO and ARM WRESTLING, soon to follow.
Alongside the migration of iGB L!VE to London in July 2025, Clarion Gaming has confirmed that the iGB Affiliate Awards will be held alongside the London expo. According to Clarion, the decision to run the Awards as part of the iGB L!VE experience was made in collaboration with key igaming and affiliate stakeholders, “with the
Allwyn, a multinational lottery operator headquartered in Switzerland, has completed its acquisition of a 70% stake in Instant Win Gaming Limited (IWG), a supplier of digital instant win games. IWG’s co-founders, Rhydian Fisher and Simon Bucknall, will continue in their roles as CEO and COO, respectively. IWG, with 20 years of experience, is recognized for developing
In a tale weaving through the grandeur of international casinos, Dr. Wong Yew Choy, a Singaporean high-roller, has found himself in a legal entanglement demanding the repayment of a colossal sum of A$38.7 million (S$33.6 million). This debt was amassed during a frenzied week of baccarat gambling from July 26 to August 2, 2018, at The Star Gold Coast Casino in Queensland,