B2B gaming content and systems provider Inspired Entertainment is showcasing its latest innovations at the Entertainment Attractions and Gaming Expo (EAG). The event takes place at the ExCel London venue from January 14-16, 2025. Visitors can explore Inspired’s gaming solutions at stand #P40. This year, Inspired is introducing Astra Community Party £500, the latest addition
Month: January 2025
Jan 14, 2025 2 min read Table Of Contents Big changes are on the horizon for PokerStars in 2025. Not only is one of the most recognizable brands in poker revamping its live festival offering, but the online platform is also set to shake things up. Starting now, PokerStars players on COM/EU, DE, EE, and
Jan 14, 2025 5 min read Table Of Contents The three New Year Series No-Limit Hold’em Main Events concluded at PokerStars on January 13, and it was Ole “wizowizo” Schemion who emerged with the largest prize of the festival. Schemion took down the $5,200 New Year Series Main Event for $224,424, defeating Brazilian Renan “Internett93o”
Jan 13, 2025 4 min read Table Of Contents High Stakes Poker Season 14’s opener featured a barrage of coolers and a gross river card that cost Jared Bleznick a $450,000 pot. The sports card hobbyist and poker star was among seven players in the $200/$400 no-limit hold’em cash game, which aired Monday night on
Thailand’s government has taken a significant step towards legalizing gambling with the approval of a controversial bill that would permit casinos to operate within entertainment complexes. The proposal, which aims to enhance tourism and address illicit gambling, marks a shift in the country’s longstanding approach to gaming laws. The draft law, approved by the Thai
The U.S. Department of the Interior has approved a proposal by the Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians to place a 128-acre parcel in Vallejo, California, into federal trust. This decision clears the way for the tribe to move ahead with plans for a $700 million casino resort, sparking both support and opposition from various
Control F5, a supplier specializing in solutions for the gaming and betting sector in Brazil, announced that it is preparing its participation in ICE Barcelona 2025, scheduled for January 20-22. The event is widely recognized as one of the most influential in the iGaming world, bringing together industry leaders, regulators, and innovators to discuss the latest
Concacaf, the governing body for soccer in North America, Central America, and the Caribbean, has opened a bid process for organizations to become the first official betting partner of its senior men’s and women’s national team and club competitions. The partnership, which will cover the 2025-2028 cycle, offers a Tier 1 sponsorship with exclusive
The Supreme Court of India has temporarily halted ₹1.12 lakh crore in Goods and Services Tax (GST) show-cause notices issued to online gaming companies. This decision, delivered on January 10, 2025, suspends ongoing proceedings until a definitive resolution is reached, offering significant relief to the industry. The court has also consolidated the cases for a
Following the success of the 2024 event, which marked its fifteenth successful year, the G2E Asia and Asian IR Expo will return to Macau from May 7-9, 2025 at the Venetian Macao. “With strong support from the Macao SAR government and key industry players, the event will once again foster growth and innovation across the gaming and non-gaming
PENN Entertainment has announced the launch of its standalone Hollywood Casino app in Michigan, enhancing its digital presence in the state. The app is available for download on Android, iOS, and desktop, offering customers access to Hollywood Casino’s offerings through seamless integration with their ESPN BET login credentials. The app provides a wide selection
The French government has put plans to legalize online casinos on hold following opposition from the country’s physical casino industry and organizations concerned about gambling addiction. France remains one of only two European Union countries, alongside Cyprus, to prohibit online casinos. Despite this, an estimated three million French residents engaged in online gambling in 2023
Jan 13, 2025 2 min read Phil Hellmuth has become a brand ambassador of BetRivers, the name behind the newest online poker site in Pennsylvania. The 17-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner has been sporting a BetRivers hat in live tournaments the past couple of months. But now the presumed deal is official,
The U.S. Department of the Interior has approved the Coquille Indian Tribe’s plan to develop a 30,000-square-foot casino in Medford, Oregon. This milestone follows a protracted 13-year review process that had faced staunch opposition from rival tribes and lawmakers. The decision, finalized on January 10, allows the Coquille Tribe to place a 2.42-acre property
A proposed bill to establish a commission overseeing the regional distribution of tax revenue from Petersburg’s upcoming casino has ignited heated discussions among local leaders. The bill, introduced in the Virginia House of Delegates on January 8 by Del. Mike Cherry (R-Colonial Heights), aims to create the Tri-Cities Improvement Commission (T-CIC), which would manage casino-related revenue and
New York has reinforced its position as the leader in U.S. online sports betting, becoming the first state to surpass $1 billion in annual tax revenue from the sector. The state’s total tax revenue amounted to $1.05 billion over the last year, according to figures released by the New York State Gaming Commission. The milestone,
After more than a decade of delays and controversy, the U.S. Department of the Interior has finally given the green light to the Coquille Indian Tribe’s casino project in Medford, Oregon. On January 10, 2025, the Department issued a Record of Decision (ROD) approving the Tribe’s request to transfer land into trust, a critical step in the development of The Cedars at
Stake, the prominent online gambling operator, has officially entered the Danish market by acquiring MocinoPlay, the company responsible for the fast-growing VinderCasino brand. This move strengthens Stake’s commitment to its global expansion strategy, particularly focusing on regulated markets. The acquisition, which remains subject to approval by Denmark’s regulatory body, Spillemyndigheden, aligns with Stake’s long-term vision of becoming a leader in
The Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians has reached a significant milestone in its effort to establish a $700 million casino resort in Vallejo, California, after the U.S. Department of the Interior approved the request to place 160 acres of land in federal trust. This approval will pave the way for the tribe to develop the site into a
Polymarket, a blockchain-based prediction platform, has been officially banned in Singapore as the country enforces strict gambling laws. The ban, effective January 12, 2025, follows an increasing global push to curb unlicensed online betting platforms, positioning Singapore as the latest jurisdiction to block access to the controversial crypto-based marketplace. Singapore follows the global trend of Polymarket bans: The