DraftKings has officially shut down its daily fantasy sports (DFS) offering in the United Kingdom as of October 4, 2024. The decision was communicated to users via email, notifying them of the immediate closure and providing instructions for withdrawing the remaining funds. Any in-game currencies, such as Crowns and DK Dollars, will be converted into U.S.
Month: October 2024
Hard Rock Rockford had a significant debut at its new permanent casino, jumping from ninth to second in Illinois in both gaming revenue and visitors during its first full month. The entertainment complex generated $13.7 million in adjusted gross receipts and drew more than 157,000 visitors for September, topping every casino in the state except
Hard Rock International, which currently holds exclusive rights to sports betting in Florida, is exploring the possibility of partnering with major commercial sportsbooks, signaling a potential shift in the state’s betting scene. Jim Allen, Chairman of Hard Rock International and CEO of Seminole Gaming, revealed during the Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas that discussions
Gambling facilities and casinos The Merkur Group and electronic table games developer Spintec have announced the formation of a long-term strategic partnership, “marking the beginning of a close and successful collaboration.” Merkur and Spintec note that they aim to combine their “exceptional dedication to innovative and premium gaming experiences, and are sending a strong signal
Oct 09, 2024 1 min read Hustler Casino Live co-owner Nick Vertucci is parting ways with the popular poker stream after being accused of sexual harassment and intimidation, PokerNews learned on Wednesday. Fellow HCL co-founder Ryan Feldman informed PokerNews that “effective immediately,” Vertucci would “no longer be involved with High Stakes Poker Productions.” “We look
U.S. banking giant JPMorgan Chase & Co has acquired a 5.47% voting stake in Star Entertainment, becoming a substantial shareholder in the cash-strapped Australian casino operator, according to an exchange filing on Thursday. Star Entertainment has seen its stock plunge by 50% this year alone, following declines of 52% in 2022 and 66% in 2023.
Macau’s visitor numbers during the October Golden Week holiday surpassed pre-pandemic levels, with the city’s tourism tally reaching 993,117, according to data from the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO). The figure is 2% higher than the 974,337 visitors recorded during the same period in 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic. The daily average for this year’s
Andrew Mercer, AFC General Counsel and Director of Legal Affairs, said: “The AFC’s Vision and Mission have outlined our steadfast ambitions to uphold the highest ethical and sporting standards, and we are committed to preserving our key tenets of fair play and integrity.” “Leveraging on strong collaborations with the world’s leading organizations is imperative to
Las Vegas’ famed Tropicana hotel-casino, once a symbol of grandeur on the Strip, was brought down in a 22-second implosion early Wednesday morning to clear the way for a new Major League Baseball stadium. The implosion marks the first in nearly a decade for the city, as the landscape of the Las Vegas Strip continues
International Game Technology announced that its subsidiary, IGT Global Solutions Corporation, signed a 10-year contract extension with the North Carolina Education Lottery (NCEL). The contract extension will begin July 1, 2027, and run through June 2037. The NCEL has been a valued IGT customer since the Lottery began in 2006. Under the terms of the agreement,
Last year, the F1 Las Vegas race was considered a financial success for some, and a complete disaster for others. While many resorts made a bundle of cash, smaller local businesses suffered from road closures. Additionally, traffic was an absolute nightmare and casino employees were inconvenienced for months trying to navigate the maze of construction
Bally’s Corporation has stepped up its support for the campaign to bring a new casino to the Lake of the Ozarks, adding $1 million to the effort with just weeks left before Missouri’s Nov. 5 election. The funding boost aims to bolster the push for Amendment 5, which seeks to amend the state constitution to allow the construction
The gaming industry is experiencing a significant shift, with a younger customer base rapidly emerging, largely driven by the integration of sports and online platforms. This transformation, discussed by Bill Miller, President and CEO of the American Gaming Association (AGA), during his keynote address at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas, marks a new era for casinos
South Korea-based IH Group is making significant strides in expanding its presence in the Pacific with plans to launch a major casino resort on the island of Rota, part of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). The group’s ambitious project will include a casino, a 276-room hotel, and a waterpark, all scheduled to
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has announced the suspension of Dimsacon Limited’s authorization to conduct gaming operations. The company, which held the Recognition Notice RN/225/2021, has been barred from operating in or from Malta as of August 21, 2024, in accordance with Regulation 8 (1) (f) of the Gaming Compliance and Enforcement Regulations (S.L. 583.06).
The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) and the International Masters of Gaming Law (IMGL) are preparing to host the largest conference in their history. Taking place in Rome from October 21–24, 2024, the event has confirmed over 400 attendees from across 50+ countries and six continents. Close to 100 expert speakers and panelists will
JCM Global has marked the one-year anniversary of the installation of its ICB ASAP system at MotorCity Casino Hotel. This introduced robotic automation and increased efficiency to casino count rooms. ICB ASAP is the “first and only” automated secure asset processing solution available in the market. At MotorCity, ICB ASAP processed over 180,000 cash boxes
Sam Hou-fai, the sole candidate for Macau’s chief executive position, has vowed to boost tourism by encouraging casino operators to introduce more residency shows, a move aimed at revitalizing the city’s entertainment offerings. The proposal follows reports that British pop star Adele recently turned down a high-profile offer to perform in Macau. Residency shows, which
The Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS) will see Oddin.gg returning as a Silver Sponsor for the 2024 event, marking the third consecutive year of their partnership. As a B2B provider in the esports betting sector, Oddin.gg is recognized for empowering its partners with an end-to-end esports betting ecosystem. Oddin.gg’s support improves the experience for all attendees,
Oct 09, 2024 3 min read Table Of Contents PokerStars is bringing Spin & Go’s to the live arena for the first time and you don’t have long to wait to see them in action because The Spin & Go Championship debuts during the upcoming European Poker Tour (EPT) Prague festival. The Spin & Go