In a groundbreaking move within the global gaming industry, Wynn Resorts Ltd. has been awarded the first commercial gaming operator’s license in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a significant endorsement from the country’s General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority. This milestone highlights Wynn’s growing footprint in the international market and sets a precedent for future commercial gaming ventures in
Month: October 2024
Sin City was once celebrated for its affordability, but in recent times Las Vegas prices have transformed into one of the most expensive cities to visit in America. Rising costs for lodging, dining, and entertainment are increasingly impacting tourists. Historically a budget-friendly destination, Vegas has shifted its focus from economical stays to luxury experiences. As
New York Dem. Governor Kathy Hochul has officially signed a new bill aimed at addressing the addictive nature of gambling by requiring advertisements for gambling and sports betting to include clear warnings about the potential dangers of addiction. The new legislation, S1550/A1118, builds upon previous laws by extending the requirements to mobile sports betting ads,
Light & Wonder is working on a revamped version of its popular Dragon Train game after a U.S. District Court ruled in favor of Aristocrat Technologies in an intellectual property dispute. The court’s injunction prevents Light & Wonder from manufacturing and selling the current version of Dragon Train due to alleged violations of Aristocrat’s intellectual
Oct 05, 2024 4 min read Few would argue that Phil Hellmuth is the G.O.A.T. of the World Series of Poker (WSOP). But Bryn Kenney doesn’t think the “Poker Brat” is that great overall as a poker player. Kenney, who holds the record for live tournament cashes at $67 million, according to The Hendon Mob,
Date Time (EST) Tournament Buy-In Sunday 6 Oct 2024 18:00 Maverick PLO Opening GC 800,000 Freeroll [6-Max, Turbo] 0 Monday 7 Oct 2024 19:30 Maverick O 1-L PLO GC 2,000,000 Guaranteed [2x-Chance, 8-Max] 11,000 Monday 7 Oct 2024 20:30 Maverick O 1-M PLO GC 4,000,000 Guaranteed [2x-Chance, 8-Max] 22,000 Monday 7 Oct 2024 21:30 Maverick
Oct 04, 2024 2 min read PokerStars listened to feedback from female poker players on how to draw women to the game, and now the poker site is responding. The upcoming PokerStars North American Poker Tour (NAPT) Las Vegas festival will feature a $330 buy-in Women’s Event on Nov. 5. Notably, the event has a
Oct 04, 2024 6 min read “Playing with him is unbelievably unpleasant… I think it’s ridiculous that he’s allowed to play in the tournament,” Dan Smith once said about Martin Kabrhel during the €250,000 Super High Roller at the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP). It’s a sentiment that captures the mixed feelings many have
Back in June of this year we published a video with details on a federal sports betting bill being proposed here in America. The Supporting Affordability and Fairness with Every Bet Act, or as it has become know The SAFE Bet Act, is now getting some less than enthusiastic reactions from the likes of the
Caesars Entertainment has officially launched Horseshoe Online Casino in Michigan, marking the end of WynnBET’s presence in the state. The move comes after Caesars acquired Wynn’s Michigan online gaming license earlier this year, a deal that was completed in June. This transition signals Caesars’ first use of the Horseshoe brand, well-known in the world of
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has ordered Israel-based Papaya Gaming to cease operations in the state, accusing the company of running illegal gambling activities through its mobile gaming apps. The MGCB issued the cease-and-desist order on Thursday, giving Papaya 14 days to comply or face legal action. Papaya Gaming, which offers games like 21
The Innovation Group, organizers of the Emerging Leaders of Gaming (ELG) program, and Global Gaming Business magazine (GGB) have announced the honorees of the Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40, a program that recognizes professionals under the age of 40 making significant impacts in the casino gaming industry. A Selection Committee comprised of gaming
Oct 04, 2024 2 min read There’s another opportunity to for poker players to win a PokerStars NAPT Gold Pass thanks to a giveaway by former NFL tight end Rob “Gronk” Gronkowski. Gronkowski, a FanDuel ambassador, will be giving away the $10,000 Gold Pass to a random player who responds to an upcoming post on
Clark County commissioners have given initial approval to a significant expansion and modernization project for Las Vegas’ Harry Reid International Airport, the seventh-busiest airport in North America. The plan, presented by the County Department of Aviation, seeks to increase the number of gates, improve passenger access, and upgrade transportation facilities. The project is expected to
Oct 04, 2024 2 min read The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) is underway across the US and recently saw Michael Estes winning the WSOPC Hammond Main Event for $198,576. Now, the WSOPC Thunder Valley stop is taking place in northern California and has already produced several Circuit ring winners. The WSOPC Thunder Valley
The NCAA’s Committee on Competitive Safeguards and Medical Aspects of Sports (CSMAS) has initiated discussions on potential changes to sports betting policies, particularly regarding student-athletes. Meeting recently in Indianapolis, the committee examined the possibility of deregulating sports betting, which could, in theory, allow student-athletes to place bets on professional sports, a significant shift from current
With a new edition of the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) just around the corner, thousands of attendees are preparing their return to Las Vegas, where gambling stakeholders will explore and discuss the latest novelties and trends in the sector. From October 7-10 (Education: October 7-10 | Expo Hall: October 8-10), The Venetian Expo will become
The Brazilian Ministry of Finance released an updated list on Tuesday night, approving 205 sports betting and online gaming platforms, representing 93 companies, to continue operating in the country. Among the newly authorized names are Estadium, F12, Luva, and Donald, bringing the total number of state-level approvals to 18. This latest update corrects previous omissions
iGaming solutions provider EGT Digital will present its iGaming portfolio at this year’s G2E Las Vegas show. Along with Euro Games Technology, the company will demonstrate its latest developments and top-performing products on booths 2452 and 3352. Visitors will be able to get acquainted with the 4 jackpot bestsellers Bell Link, High Cash, Clover Chance,
iGaming content provider Play’n GO has confirmed its plans to attend the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) at the Venetian Expo Center in Las Vegas, which kicks off on October 8th. Play’n GO will exhibit at the major event under the tagline “We Are Game”, and will match last year’s 1750sqft booth, within which the Swedish gaming