Sweden’s Riksdag (parliament) has officially approved amendments to the Gambling Act of 2018, granting license holders the ability to process personal data related to legal offenses. The new provisions, which aim to enhance regulatory oversight and combat illegal activities, will take effect on February 1, 2025. The changes, authorized on November 28, outline specific conditions
Month: December 2024
The Oregon Lottery will return more than $947 million to the state for the 2024 fiscal year – a $48 million increase from the previous year, according to the lottery’s latest report. Lottery generated $940 million in profit and reduced reserves by nearly $8 million, enabling a higher return. Unclaimed prizes for the year totaled
Dec 04, 2024 3 min read Table Of Contents The historic $5 Million ClubWPT Gold Invitational Freeroll next weekend will feature hundreds of recreational players from around the world all competing for life-changing money at Wynn Las Vegas. But there will also be a good mix of pros, content creators, and non-poker personalities competing in
Red Rake Gaming has added a touch of festive cheer to the iGaming world with its newest video slot, Christmas Wins. Designed to immerse players in a magical holiday atmosphere, the game combines innovative mechanics, visually stunning graphics, and captivating features to create an unforgettable gaming experience. This latest release is available across top online
A contentious legal dispute has erupted over a proposed casino in Sonoma County, California, highlighting deep-seated tribal rivalries and questions of ancestral land rights. The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria have initiated a lawsuit to block the Koi Nation from developing a casino near Santa Rosa, claiming significant threats to their tribal sovereignty and sacred heritage. The
In a move set to affect thousands of visitors, MGM Resorts International has announced significant increases to both resort and parking fees at its Las Vegas properties, effective from 10 a.m. on December 4. This change marks a shift in the cost structure for numerous high-profile resorts along the famous Las Vegas Strip. Details of the fee increases:
A pivotal report aimed at overhauling New South Wales’ gambling landscape has become the center of a heated debate. The Independent Panel on Gambling Reform, after conducting a cashless gaming trial, has faced significant pushback from the industry regarding its recommendations for sweeping changes to the state’s gaming systems. The cashless trial controversy: The crux of the controversy
In a surprising turn of events, one of Bristol’s largest gambling venues, Rainbow Casino, has ceased operations as of Tuesday, December 3. The casino, a notable feature in the city center, posted a notice to its customers this week, confirming the immediate shutdown of its operations. Sudden announcement shocks community: The closure notice, succinctly stating, “Dear customers,
EGT announced it has attained the World Lottery Association (WLA) Security Control Standard: 2020 Level 2 certification. This milestone underscores the company’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards in information and operational security, the Bulgarian gaming solutions provider said. The WLA-SCS:2020 certification ensures the integrity of activities in the lottery and sports betting industries. EGT’s VLT
EGT Digital has announced a successful collaboration with online gaming and betting operator MaxBet, following the integration of the company’s gaming content into its platform. “Together, EGT Digital and MaxBet are poised to set new standards in the gaming industry, delivering outstanding entertainment experiences to players in Serbia,” the supplier said. The Bulgarian provider’s titles,
iGaming content supplier Pragmatic Play has taken its Smart Studio solution live with operator EstrelaBet in Brazil, following the addition of live gaming to an initial agreement signed earlier this year. The collaboration extends the existing partnership between the parties, with the Smart Studio launch seeing dedicated and localized Live Casino content made available to
Quixant has announced its participation at ICE 2025 in Barcelona. The company will showcase an enhanced range of gaming solutions, debuting its latest products at the European event. “In this dynamic new chapter for this leading industry event, Quixant reaffirms its commitment to supporting the gaming and sports betting industry with solutions that are innovative,
Online gaming solutions provider Playtech has announced the launch of Live Casino under its agreement with Veikkaus, the Finnish state-owned and monopoly operator. Building upon their existing relationship, which encompasses online casino, online poker, retail VLT machines, and a casino management system, Playtech was selected as Veikkaus’ first Live casino supplier, following a public procurement
Resorts World Las Vegas, a prominent casino on the Las Vegas Strip, has been thrust into the spotlight as Nevada gaming regulators pursue a 12-count disciplinary complaint against the property. The allegations, brought forward by the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), revolve around failures in anti-money laundering (AML) compliance and accusations of enabling individuals with
Vietnam has enacted Decree 147/2024/ND-CP to introduce stricter regulations for online gaming, targeting casino-style and card-based games to mitigate potential social harm. The measure reflects a broader effort by the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) to promote responsible gaming practices and protect vulnerable groups, particularly minors. Ban on Casino-Style and Card-Based Games One of
Tech giants Google and Apple are under legal scrutiny in New Jersey, facing allegations of violating the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. The lawsuit, filed on November 27, implicates their roles in hosting and processing payments for sweepstakes casino apps—a controversial sector blending social gaming with gambling-like features. Julian Bargo, the lead plaintiff,
SAGSE Latam authorities are already working on the 33rd edition of the show in Argentina, and within the framework of what will be its annual meeting in Buenos Aires on March 19 and 20, 2025, the event will open a pavilion exclusively dedicated to Brazil, “in line with the imminent opening of the gaming market
The Tulalip Resort Casino in Washington has reopened its high-limit slots room as part of its ongoing expansion and renovation, which also includes upgrades at multiple dining venues. The casino’s 70,250 sq. ft. addition is underway with an anticipated completion in late 2025 for the expansion and late 2026 for all major renovations throughout the property.
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas is grappling with the longest open-ended strike on the city’s resort corridor in decades, as a standoff with the Culinary Union over wages and working conditions shows no signs of resolution. The strike, which began on November 15, has seen hundreds of hotel workers picketing for better pay and benefits.
Dec 04, 2024 3 min read Table Of Contents The 2024 PokerStars European Poker Tour Prague shuffled up and dealt for the first time this afternoon, with the first starting flight of the €1,100 Eureka Main Event kicking off inside King’s Casino Prague in the Hilton. The festival, which runs until December 15, promises an