Month: September 2024

Gaming manufacturer Ainsworth Game Technology (AGT) has successfully installed its first Cabinet Bingo games in Ontario at the Delta Bingo & Gaming Toronto, Downsview location. Ainsworth’s charitable gaming product is unique to Ontario and was developed after “extensive consultation” with Ontario Lottery and Gaming and Delta Bingo & Gaming, the company said. Ainsworth underscored that

Upon the conclusion of GAT Showcase Santo Domingo, a trade event that left its headquarters in Punta Cana and for the first time was held in the capital of the Dominican Republic, Yogonet had the opportunity to speak exclusively with José Aníbal Aguirre, CEO of GAT Expo, who noted that the call was very positive

Global gaming provider Zitro unveiled its latest products at the recent Andalusian Gaming Expo and Congress in Torremolinos, where it left “a lasting impression with games tailored for the Spanish market.” The company’s Fu Frog game was a particular hit in Torremolinos, following its rapid expansion in the Spanish market. Fu Pots, showcased in Torremolinos

The Illinois Racing Board (IRB) has approved the acquisition of FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing, the former Fairmount Park, by Accel Entertainment, with executives of that firm outlining plans to have a temporary casino operating on-site before the 2025 Kentucky Derby. Accel is a gaming company making its first foray into the Thoroughbred industry and

Australian gambling company Tabcorp has announced the appointment of Brett Chenoweth as its new Chairman, following Bruce Akhurst’s decision to step down from the role. Chenoweth will officially take over as Chairman when Akhurst exits the role after the group’s 2024 annual general meeting (AGM) on October 23rd. Chenoweth has been a Non-Executive Director of

Global Gaming Women (GGW) announced the 14th Annual “Kick Up Your Heels” fundraising event to support the GGW Charitable Education Fund. The event supports scholarships and other development offerings for professional women in the industry and will celebrate honorees of the Patty Becker Pay It Forward award on Wednesday, October 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. at XS Nightclub at Wynn, Las

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) Online Bracelet Series kicks off on September 29, providing U.S. players with the chance to compete for 33 gold bracelets over a six-week period. The series, which runs until November 12, will be available to participants located in Michigan, New Jersey, and Nevada, with a separate series for players

A federal appeals court has yet to reach a decision on the contentious issue of betting on U.S. elections. The United States Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit heard arguments on Thursday from both the U.S. Commodities and Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and Kalshi, a New York-based startup that briefly offered election-related bets. The

The security challenges facing Las Vegas casinos became apparent in early August when a violent altercation occurred at Red Rock Resort. On August 3, a man named Shayne Sussman attacked two resort employees with a knife before being shot in the abdomen by a security guard. Sussman, 25, was charged with attempted murder and battery

Leading figures in the U.S. sports betting industry have voiced strong opposition to the Supporting Affordability and Fairness with Every Bet Act (SAFE), a proposed federal sports betting regulation bill. The legislation, introduced earlier this month, could impose advertising restrictions, limit customer deposits, and introduce federal oversight to an industry that has been primarily regulated on

Pennsylvania’s total gambling revenue for August surged to $525.5 million, marking a 14.9% increase year-on-year, and a 4.9% rise from July 2024, driven by strong performances in the state’s growing iGaming sector. The state’s iGaming revenue reached $183.7 million for the month, representing a 29% jump compared to the same period last year and the