We monitor all the gossip channels associated with Las Vegas. And lately, the buzz about Señor Frog’s closing down soon peaked our interest. And while we admit this is just a rumor, it’s one that has some legs. Especially since the one spreading the rumor has proven pretty reliable over the years. Heck, they have
Month: November 2024
The recent bankruptcy of BC.GAME, a Curaçao-based gaming operator and sponsor of English Premier League team Leicester City FC, has unveiled serious flaws in the island’s gambling regulatory framework. Operated by Small Dance B.V., BC.GAME is accused of running one of Europe’s largest illegal betting networks. Following its declaration of bankruptcy on November 12, 2024,
FanDuel, a leading name in North America’s online gaming industry, has partnered with the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) to become its Official Sportsbook Partner and exclusive in-app streaming provider in the United States. This collaboration promises to elevate fan engagement by offering unprecedented access to PWHL games through live streaming and integrated betting options.
Nov 29, 2024 3 min read Table Of Contents The first of two starting flights in the 2024 World Poker Tour (WPT) Seminole Rock ‘n’ Roll Open in South Florida wrapped up with 238 players remaining and Frank Stepuchin leading the way as “Frank the Tank” looks for a second WPT title. Day 1a of
Nov 29, 2024 3 min read Before the Thanksgiving leftovers could be re-heated, the 2024 World Poker Tour (WPT) Seminole Rock ‘n’ Roll Open got underway at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. And despite the overlap with the holiday weekend, the first flight had no trouble attracting top players from Florida
Nov 29, 2024 3 min read Table Of Contents The $1,100 buy-in, $5,000,000 GTD WPT Prime Championship will take place from Dec. 8-14 at the Wynn Las Vegas as a part of the WPT World Championship Festival (Dec. 3-23). Last year, Calvin Anderson topped a field of 10,512 entrants – nearly double that of 2022
As the end of a three-year transitional period under Macau’s revised gaming law draws closer, the government has yet to initiate discussions with casino operators about the future of the gambling hub’s satellite casinos. With just 13 months remaining before the transitional grace period expires, there are concerns about how the revised framework will impact
Virginia’s sports betting market reached new heights in October, with total wagers hitting $696.1 million, the highest monthly handle since the state legalized the activity. The figure represents a 21.8% increase compared to October 2023’s $571.4 million and a 6.6% rise from the previous record of $652.9 million set in January 2024. October’s handle also surpassed
U.S. private equity giant Blackstone plans to list shares of Cirsa, a Spanish gaming company, on the Madrid stock exchange in the first half of 2025, aiming to raise between €700 million and €1 billion ($732 million to $1.1 billion), according to Spanish newspaper Expansión. The listing is expected to involve 20-25% of Cirsa’s shares,
Coljuegos, Colombia’s gambling regulator, established guidelines on responsible gambling so that land-based and online operators at a national level implement programs to prevent problem gambling and “provide support to those who face problems related to the loss of control when gambling.” Said guidelines were established in Resolution 22,654 of 2024 and within the framework of the
B2B iGaming solutions provider Slotegrator has released part 1 of its iGaming Trends 2025 report, offering a comprehensive look at the trends set to define the industry in the coming year. The report highlights innovative strategies and technologies that operators and providers can leverage to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving iGaming landscape. The report highlights
The president of Anatel (National Telecommunications Agency), Carlos Baigorri, has proposed adjustments to the legislation that regulates bookmakers in Brazil to the Bets Parliamentary Inquiry Commission (CPI). Members of the CPI summoned Baigorri to provide clarification. Authorities have not yet set a date for the deposition, but expect it to take place next week. The
Brazilian sports betting operator EstrelaBet has achieved another important approval in the country’s ongoing licensing process for bookmakers, ahead of the planned launch of a regulated market in January. The Prizes and Betting Secretariat of the Ministry of Treasury (SPA) confirmed that the company complied with all the requirements stipulated in Ordinance No.827, and other current legal
Nov 29, 2024 In the 867th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, sponsored by the free-to-play WSOP App, Chad Holloway, Kyna England, and Mike Holtz are at Level 9 Studio to discuss the “controversy” of Doug Polk making the final table of his own poker tournament down at The Lodge in Austin, Texas. Should a poker
Nov 29, 2024 3 min read Poker private game high roller Dan Bilzerian has filed a lawsuit against his dad, Paul Bilzerian, over an “unlawful removal” from a cannabis company he co-founded, Ignite International Brands, Ltd. The elder Bilzerian is currently facing federal felony fraud charges for allegedly using Ignite to funnel money hidden from
Caesars Palace opened their brand new High Limit Slots Room this past week on Saturday, November 16th. VIP casino guests were some of the first to players given access to the new and exclusive experience, and they were treated to signature dishes from Restaurant Guy Savoy. The new space was built from top to bottom
Genting Berhad, the Malaysian multinational corporation known for its diverse ventures in the gaming and entertainment industry, reported a significant decline in revenue and profit for the third quarter of 2024. The company attributed these results to multiple challenges, including economic uncertainty, extreme weather conditions, and operational expenses across its leisure and hospitality divisions. Resorts
In a significant legal development in Macau, the Court of Final Appeal has affirmed the sentencing for Levo Chan Weng Lin, the erstwhile head of the now-obsolete Macau casino junket operator, Tak Chun Group. Chan, along with four other defendants, will face years in prison as part of their punishment for participating in illegal gambling activities. Final verdict upheld for
Pragmatic Play, a renowned name in the iGaming sector, has unveiled their latest holiday-themed game, Santa’s Xmas Rush. This new slot game, set in a delightful 6×6 cluster-pays format, promises players a merry gaming experience with the potential to unlock massive wins up to 10,000 times their stake. Santa’s Xmas Rush is not just any slot game; it’s a
In its continuous effort to safeguard its citizens from digital threats, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has taken a significant step by requesting the removal of a staggering 249,268 pieces of content from Facebook this year. This initiative highlights the government’s commitment to combatting online gambling and scams that have become increasingly pervasive on social media platforms.