After the exuberance of the National Day Golden Week, Macau’s casinos witnessed a substantial decrease in daily gross gaming revenues (GGR). During the third week of October, the daily GGR plummeted to approximately MOP$514 million (US$64.1 million), marking a stark decrease from the MOP$846 million (US$106 million) reported in the earlier part of the month. This decline, while anticipated by
Month: October 2024
Big Bass Halloween 2 has reeled itself into the gaming scene with a thrilling makeover that infuses the spirit of Halloween into its gameplay. Developed by Pragmatic Play in collaboration with Reel Kingdom, this sequel to the widely celebrated Big Bass Splash enhances the familiar fishing slot experience with a haunting twist. The game stars
Back in July, the island nation of Vanuatu introduced a new licensing framework for the gambling industry, allowing applications to be submitted entirely online while updating its fees and tax structure. These amendments update Vanuatu’s outdated licensing system dating back to 1993, one of the first such regimes on a global scale. Under the new
Pennsylvania’s gaming revenue reached $505.9 million in September 2024, reflecting a 6.17% increase compared to the same month last year, according to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). Total tax revenue generated from all forms of gaming, including fantasy contests, was reported at $211.2 million for the month. While the overall revenue climbed, the state’s
State Senator Sam Givhan has called for stricter measures against illegal gambling in Alabama, suggesting that lawmakers need to make it a felony in order to effectively deter operators. Givhan’s comments come amid ongoing discussions regarding the state’s gambling regulations and the prevalence of illegal operations, which remain widespread despite attempts to introduce legal alternatives.
The Greek gambling market has experienced growth in 2024, with total gaming revenue (TGR) for the first eight months reaching €28.3 billion ($30.73 billion), reflecting a 14.1% increase compared to the same period last year. According to data from the Hellenic Gaming Commission (EEEP), this surge was primarily driven by online betting, which accounted for approximately
Oct 21, 2024 3 min read Table Of Contents Albania may not be the first country you link to high-stakes Pot-Limit Omaha action, but it will be once the Diamond Poker Series PLO Grand Slam concludes in Titana, the Albanian capital. The Diamond Poker Series is throwing everything at the PLO Grand Slam to ensure
Josh Noy Global Live Events Assistant Manager Oct 21, 2024 3 min read Table Of Contents After entering the final day of the 888poker LIVE Coventry series second in chips, Chris Da-Silva was not ready to let another big opportunity slip away in the £888 Main Event. The veteran English player was around the chip
Oct 21, 2024 5 min read Table Of Contents A staggering 456 high rollers came out to compete in the $10,300 EPT High Roller at the 2024 PokerStars European Poker Tour Cyprus, but in the end, one man stood head and shoulders above the rest. Ryan Mandara dominated the final table, clinching the $709,285 top
Oct 21, 2024 4 min read Table Of Contents The $10,200 No-Limit Hold’em was one of the final opportunities to win a trophy at the PokerStars European Poker Tour Cyprus, and nobody wanted it more than Mikalai Vaskaboinikau. Vaskaboinikau has been on a heater this year, taking down a Triton event for $4,737,000 in May
The proposal to introduce a casino in Fairfax County, Virginia, has once again ignited a fervent debate among local residents, labor unions, and lawmakers. As the prospect of introducing gambling facilities in Tysons gains traction, the community’s response has been sharply divided. Tysons set for 4-million-square-foot development including casino: A large-scale development project could include a significant casino component.
Oct 20, 2024 3 min read Table Of Contents Daniel Negreanu capped off a dominant final table performance in the PokerGO Tour $10,100 buy-in Pot-Limit Omaha tournament on Sunday with a victory and $265,200. The GGPoker ambassador defeated Alex Foxen heads-up to finish off the tournament. He beat a field of 104 entrants to claim
Oct 20, 2024 5 min read Table Of Contents In the world of poker, where superstition is rife and the saying “bad things come in threes” often holds true, Oliver Weis stands out as an exception. The German player, known as “sk2ll_m0dR” and a big winner in online poker circles, began an impressive 2024 with
When it comes to Halloween fun in Sin City, what could be more perfect than a Las Vegas escape room? And this time of year, what could be more perfect than the scariest experiences of all? With that in mind, we compiled a quick list of some of the most promising rooms we could find!
We have a look at the Big and Bad Howling Wilds slot machine from our friends at Eclipse Gaming! We speak with Tamara Johnston, Senior Game Producer and Head of Studio, about the features of this amazing 5 reel, 3 row game with 25 paylines! Delivered on their IMPACT 27, IMPACT 43, and IMPACT 49
Oct 19, 2024 3 min read Table Of Contents It’s been a long and intense week of poker, but the crown jewel of the 2024 European Poker Tour Cyprus is now within grasp as just six of the original 1,284 entrants remain in the $5,300 Main Event. Tomorrow, they will return to the Merit Royal
Oct 19, 2024 3 min read Table Of Contents The 2024 Norwegian Poker Championship took place recently in Norway with nearly 4,000 participants and ten new national champions crowned. There were plenty of notable Norwegian players present, including high-stakes pro Kayhan Mokri, 13-time WCOOP champion Tobias Leknes and former WCOOP POY Mikal Blomile, who took
Oct 19, 2024 2 min read The PokerStars Big Game on Tour cash game show is coming back in 2025, and you — yes, you — have an opportunity to get in on the high-stakes action even if you can’t afford to play. PokerStars, as the online poker giant did one year ago, will be
Internet Vikings, a prominent hosting provider specializing in the iGaming and online sports betting sectors, has introduced a groundbreaking Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) cloud solution. This latest offering provides an innovative approach to cloud infrastructure, allowing online gaming businesses in 24 regulated U.S. states to scale their operations dynamically without cumbersome provisioning processes or long-term commitments. In
In a notable policy shift, two downtown Las Vegas casinos—Binion’s and Four Queens—are breaking from tradition by letting their dealers keep their individual tips, departing from the common practice of tip pooling. The change is aimed at increasing earnings for dealers and attracting more staff during peak casino hours. Under the new system, which has