Month: October 2024

G2E 2024 in Las Vegas was a busy event for IGT. During the show, Yogonet sat down for an interview with Jennifer Fales, IGT Vice President of Global Licensing and Social Casino, who shared insights into the company’s Wheel of Fortune presence and strategy. The discussion focused on IGT’s latest innovations, particularly the expansion of the iconic

Arizona’s We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort has announced a strategic partnership with Internet Sports International (ISI) to enhance its sportsbook and retail sports wagering operations. The collaboration brings automated sportsbook kiosks to the casino’s gaming floor, offering real-time odds and betting options across a wide range of sporting events. The partnership is designed to provide a seamless

This week, notable developments were made in the Oakland A’s move to Las Vegas as Bally’s Corp submitted its preliminary master plan to Clark County. The proposal includes a 33,000-seat stadium for the A’s, surrounded by three hotel towers, as part of its resort and casino. This multi-phase project, set to take shape where the

The organizers of the BEGE Awards 2024, taking place on November 27 at the Club Black & White in Grand Hotel Millenium, Sofia, have announced the second group of professionals joining the Awards Jury. “With their extensive expertise and unique perspectives, they will play a key role in highlighting the outstanding achievements that define excellence in the gaming industry this year,”

MGM Resorts has announced plans to rebrand Delano Las Vegas before the end of this year. The 43 story tower on the south end of the Strip will be renamed W Las Vegas. However, this is not the first name change for the building. It was originally known as THEhotel at Mandalay Bay before becoming

Gaming products manufacturer and distributor Aristocrat Gaming is now a promotional partner for Princess Cruises. Through this collaboration, Aristocrat will design gaming experiences for guests onboard Princess ships as well as create promotions with land-based casinos that offer Princess cruises as rewards. Onboard Princess ships, guests also can look forward to themed slot gaming zones, including the recently unveiled Buffalo

Global betting company 1xBet has been nominated in the following five categories at the SiGMA Europe Awards 2024: Best Influencer Collaboration 2024 Best Mobile Sports Betting App 2024 Best Online Sportsbook 2024 Best Mobile Casino Operator 2024 Best E-Sport Operator 2024 Winners will be determined by a jury of industry experts and online voting results. The award

BVGroup has announced that former NBA All-Star Tracy McGrady will serve as the Safer Gambling Ambassador for its BetVictor brand in Canada. McGrady, known for his 16-year career in the NBA, including a season with the Toronto Raptors, will support the promotion of responsible gambling practices for the brand. McGrady is a popular sports figure

LeoVegas Group has launched its international brand BetMGM in the Swedish market, following rollouts in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. The brand was first launched outside of North America in 2023, with the United Kingdom being the first market, followed by the Dutch market in April 2024. BetMGM marks LeoVegas Group’s fourth brand in

Delaware Park Casino in Wilmington is expanding its gaming offerings with a new outdoor gaming patio set to open next spring. The 10,000-square-foot patio, located trackside to the casino’s one-mile horse racing oval, will house over 250 of the latest slot machines in an open-air environment, providing an option for guests who wish to gamble

Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin praised the construction progress of the new Hollywood Casino Aurora, marking the occasion with high praise for the project’s timely development. “This progress is amazing,” Irvin said Tuesday, while addressing laborers, construction executives, and city officials. The $360 million complex is being built on the west side of Farnsworth Avenue, and

The Venetian and Palazzo hotels will terminate their affiliation with InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) on January 1, 2025, concluding a partnership that began in October 2010. The 10-year deal was later amended to a 15-year agreement. The end of this partnership will result in the removal of 7,092 rooms, about 0.7% of IHG’s overall system

SBC Summit Lisbon took place from September 24-26 at the Feira Internacional in the Portuguese capital and brought together more than 25,000 delegates, 450 speakers, and over 600 exhibitors from around the world.  During the event, Yogonet had the opportunity to interview Rafa Costa, Acquisition & Marketing Manager at Rivalo Brasil, who deemed the expo

Las Vegas set the stage for the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) 2024 earlier this month, a premier event bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and key stakeholders from across the North American gaming sector and beyond. Among those attending, Swedish iGaming provider Play’n GO participated to further establish its footprint in the North American market at the

France is moving closer to legalizing online casinos, with Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government introducing a proposal as part of the country’s 2025 budget plan. The move is aimed at addressing the growing illegal gambling market and boosting government revenue through taxation. If approved, the new regulation would see online gaming operations taxed at 55.6%