Feb 08, 2025 3 min read Table Of Contents The Charity Series of Poker (CSOP) wrapped up its 11th season and will pay tribute to its players, sponsors, staff, and volunteers for the third straight year with the 2024 CSOP Awards. The CSOP Awards includes several categories, including People’s Choice Award/Event of the Year, Emcee
Month: February 2025
Feb 08, 2025 3 min read Table Of Contents Two-time World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) ring winner Joe Rice went viral on Friday for his shirtless celebration after winning free beer for a year in a basketball contest. The contest took place at a college basketball game between Siena and Saint Peters in New
View image in fullscreen Explainer We didn’t click ‘consent’ on any gambling website. So how did Facebook know where we’d been? In an experiment, we surfed sites without making a wager or agreeing to data sharing. Our Meta feed filled up with betting ads Revealed: gambling firms secretly shared users’ data with Facebook without permission
View image in fullscreen Revealed: gambling firms secretly shared users’ data with Facebook without permission Meta accounts of those affected flooded with ads for casinos and betting sites We didn’t click ‘consent’ on any gambling website. So how did Meta know where we’d been? Gambling companies are covertly tracking visitors to their websites and sending
Feb 08, 2025 4 min read Table Of Contents The 2025 DeepStack Showdown Series series ran at Venetian Las Vegas from January 13-February 2. During that time there were 37 numbered events that catered to a combined 3,943 entrants and awarded $952,675 in prize money not including satellites. Among those to claim titles were Darrin
The National Football League (NFL) has revealed plans to stage its first-ever regular season game in Australia, marking a significant expansion of its global presence. Melbourne will serve as the host city, with the game scheduled to take place at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in 2026. The Los Angeles Rams have been designated
Hacksaw Gaming has added its own spin to the popular fishing slot genre with Marlin Masters, an online casino game designed for players who enjoy cash-collecting mechanics and progressive bonus rounds. This title takes inspiration from well-known games like Fishin’ Frenzy and Big Bass Bonanza, but it introduces distinct features that set it apart. With
View image in fullscreen Americans expected to place record $1.39bn in bets for Super Bowl LIX The US sports betting industry has boomed since 2018 – with it brings a ‘dark side’ as gambling addiction also rises More Americans than ever are expected to place bets on Sunday’s Super Bowl, with a record $1.39bn of
Feb 07, 2025 4 min read Table Of Contents “Miami” John Cernuto, who has more live poker tournament cashes than anyone in history, is in hospice care at his home in Las Vegas, according to Women in Poker Hall of Famer (WiPHOF) Jeanne David. Cernuto, who turned 81 last month, is an old-school poker legend.
Feb 07, 2025 3 min read Table Of Contents YouTube star Ethan Klein won Thursday night’s Celebrity Poker Tour (CPT) Game Night V in Las Vegas for $10,000 as he defeated content creator Steiny during heads-up play. The first CPT event of the year was headlined by Atlanta rapper Waka Flocka Flame, a newcomer to
Feb 07, 2025 3 min read Table Of Contents The son of longtime poker pro Bernard Lee put on a shooting clinic during a UMass women’s basketball game halftime contest that paid the college student $10,000. Or, it should have. Noam Lee had 30 seconds to make a layup, free-throw, three-pointer, and then a half-court
Casino Guru is reminding industry professionals and stakeholders that there is just a bit less than one month left to submit nominations for select categories in the 3rd annual Casino Guru Awards 2025. As the deadline of February 28 approaches, organizers encourage all eligible participants to seize this opportunity to be recognized for their contributions
Oklahoma lawmakers have introduced two new bills aimed at legalizing sports betting, reigniting a long-standing debate over the practice in the state. However, questions remain over tribal exclusivity and economic viability, with opposition from some Native gaming interests and uncertainty surrounding Governor Kevin Stitt’s stance. State Senator Dave Rader (R-Tulsa) has introduced Senate Bill
iGaming solutions provider SOFTSWISS has shared new performance results for its Game Aggregator. The platform now offers over 27,800 games from more than 280 providers, “reinforcing its reputation as a top-tier aggregator delivering an extensive and high-quality gaming portfolio.” SOFTSWISS describes the continuous expansion of both the quality and quantity of game content as a key priority
A proposal to shift one of Indiana’s struggling casino licenses to a new location has hit a legislative roadblock, but a new measure aims to keep the discussion alive by commissioning a statewide study on gaming site selection. State Sen. Andy Zay, R-Huntington, who had previously championed legislation allowing Full House Resorts to transfer
Wynn Resorts has successfully secured a $2.4 billion construction loan to fund the development of Wynn Al Marjan Island, the first integrated resort in the United Arab Emirates. In a statement, the company hailed the deal as a “landmark transaction,” marking the largest hospitality financing agreement in UAE history. The loan, which was arranged through
B2B iGaming supplier Atlaslive has been shortlisted for the Best Sports Provider 2025 award at the SiGMA Eurasia Awards 2025. “This nomination recognizes Atlaslive’s commitment to innovation, technological excellence, and delivering top-tier sportsbook solutions that redefine the industry,” the company said. The AIBC Eurasia Awards celebrate pioneering projects and ideas that shape the future of iGaming.
Lawmakers in Georgia have renewed the push toward legalizing sports betting and casino gambling, introducing a resolution that would allow voters to decide on the issue in November 2026. Senate Resolution 131 (SR 131), filed by four state senators on Tuesday, proposes amending the state constitution to permit regulated gaming and establishing a Georgia Gaming Commission
Gamification is more than just the latest trend; it’s a powerful tactic for player engagement. In 2025, operators are taking gamification to the next level, integrating new strategies that not only entertain but also build long-term loyalty. B2B software provider Slotegrator explores the latest trends shaping the gamification landscape in the gambling sector. In a broad
The New Jersey Assembly has voted to advance a bill that would decriminalize underage gambling, reducing penalties from a criminal offense to a civil infraction. The measure, introduced in December, is now set to be reviewed by the state Senate. Under Assembly Bill 5086, individuals caught gambling underage would face fines rather than criminal