Nov 12, 2024 2 min read Table Of Contents Kristen Foxen and Jeanne David have been chosen as the 2024 inductees into the Women in Poker Hall of Fame (WiPHoF), with Starla Brodie set to make history as the first-ever recipient of the newly introduced Pioneer Award. The induction ceremony will take place next month,
Month: November 2024
The Muscogee Nation has commenced construction on the Coweta Casino Hotel in Oklahoma, a $100 million development expected to significantly boost the local economy and create hundreds of jobs. Located at the southeast corner of 131st Street and Oklahoma 51, the 104,000-square-foot facility is projected to open in spring 2026. The new complex will feature
Nov 12, 2024 Life Outside Poker is a new podcast for PokerNews hosted by Connor Richards that seeks to pull back the curtain on poker players and allow viewers and listeners to get to know them on a personal level. In the 20th episode, Connor speaks with PokerNews Podcast co-host and Game of Gold contestant
SJM Holdings Ltd has showcased a significant turnaround, reporting a profit of HKD101 million (US$13.0 million) for the third quarter ended September 30, contrasting sharply with a loss of HKD410 million during the same period last year. This notable recovery highlights the company’s resilience and strategic adaptations in a fluctuating market. Quarterly financial highlights and yearly comparisons: The firm disclosed
After years of anticipation and planning, the Wind Creek Chicago Southland casino opened its doors to the public, marking a significant milestone for local entertainment and economic development. Located at 17300 S. Halsted St. in East Hazel Crest, this new gaming and entertainment facility began welcoming patrons on Monday, November 11, amid high expectations and enthusiastic crowds.
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) announced the peaceful passing of its founder and Chairman, Dr. Lui Che Woo, on November 7, 2024, at the age of 95. Dr. Lui’s death marks the end of an era for the company he began and shepherded to remarkable heights in the gaming and hospitality industries. From humble beginnings to tycoon:
The long-awaited Wind Creek Chicago Southland casino opened its doors on Monday morning, drawing hundreds of eager visitors. The 75,000-square-foot property, featuring a range of slot machines, table games, and restaurants, welcomed patrons from the local area and beyond. Many were excited to see the development finally come to life after years of anticipation, with
Plans for a sprawling, multi-use destination on the north end of the Las Vegas Strip, complete with a luxury resort, retail spaces, a casino, a convention center, and a potential NBA-ready arena, have been unveiled by developers ahead of a public consultation. If approved, the 27-acre project would transform the former Wet ‘n’ Wild waterpark
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) said he was in favor of banning sports betting on cards. The statement was made during an interview with senators Jorge Kajuru (PSB-GO) and Leila Barros (PDT-DF) on the PodK Liberados program, aired on Sunday, November 10. The subject was brought up by Kajuru, who raised the
The SiGMA Europe B2B Awards, sponsored by BetConstruct and hosted by Trudy Kerr and Mark Borg, took place on Monday with a gala ceremony that celebrated excellence across the global gaming industry. The ceremony was a particularly special one, as it marks the company’s official 10-year celebration. The anniversary saw a special commemorative cake brought
Australian gambling company Aristocrat Leisure announced it will sell its Plarium mobile game developer to Stockholm-listed Modern Times for up to $820 million as it shifts focus towards real-money gaming markets. The deal is expected to close in the first quarter of 2025 and consists of a fixed consideration of $620 million and a contingent
Nov 12, 2024 3 min read Table Of Contents PokerStars has announced the first three European Poker Tour (EPT) stops on its highly anticipated 2025 schedule, with the iconic tournaments returning to EPT Paris, EPT Monte-Carlo, and EPT Barcelona. This announcement follows another successful year for the tour, including a memorable celebration of EPT’s 20th
In a landmark deal for the company, Gaming Innovation Group Software Plc (GiG) has announced its expansion into the Asian iGaming market through a significant partnership with Bloomberry Resorts Corporation and its flagship property, Solaire Resorts. This collaboration marks GiG’s inaugural entry into Asia, an important milestone in the company’s ongoing global growth strategy. Bloomberry
Australian gaming leader Aristocrat Leisure Limited has finalized the sale of its mobile game development subsidiary, Plarium Global, to Modern Times Group (MTG) in a deal valued at up to $820 million. This transaction aligns with Aristocrat’s strategic objective to concentrate resources on core areas, such as real-money gaming and social casino offerings, reflecting a
Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc., a prominent force in the global sports and entertainment sectors, announced a decisive move in its strategic reconfiguration by agreeing to sell its sports betting divisions, OpenBet and IMG ARENA, to OB Global Holdings LLC. This transaction, spearheaded by a management buyout featuring prominent participation from OpenBet executives including CEO Jordan Levin, is backed by
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Dutch Gaming Authority, has reprimanded three providers for incidents involving sponsorships. The companies were found in violation of new rules regarding sponsorship that went into effect in July, which include the prohibition of sponsoring television programs and events. Under the regulatory update, only sports sponsorships are permitted at the time, until July
Paytech solutions provider OKTO has announced the launch of digital wallet solution OKTO.WALLET for Replatz’s players in Italy. By integrating OKTO.WALLET, Replatz enhances its payment options, allowing users a new secure way to deposit and withdraw funds in cash from their online accounts. With robust security features and seamless integration, the solution enables Replatz customers to deposit
California’s Chicken Ranch Casino Resort officially opened its doors on Sunday, following a ribbon-cutting ceremony held at noon. The opening day also featured a variety of celebratory events, including music and giveaways. “We are really excited to finally have this (facility) for our tribe and our community. The grand opening, with the carnival inside our
Nov 12, 2024 3 min read Table Of Contents A stunning Royal Flush of diamonds has delivered a life-changing $961,428.50 jackpot to one fortunate player at MGM National Harbor’s Ultimate Texas Hold’em tables this November. The anonymous winner struck gold on November 3rd at BetMGM’s luxury Maryland resort, completing Ultimate Texas Hold’em’s most coveted hand
The Paraguayan government has introduced a bill to the Chamber of Deputies to transform the country’s gambling landscape. The new proposal seeks to update Law No. 1,016/1997, which has regulated Paraguay’s gambling market for over two decades. The proposed changes would dismantle gambling monopolies, opening the market to private competition and strengthening the powers of