The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has fined Fanatics Betting and Gaming $15,000 for accepting a prohibited wager on an in-state college team. The fine, recommended by the Investigations and Enforcement Bureau (IEB), was unanimously approved by the MGC in a 4-0 vote during a public meeting. The incident occurred on December 13, 2023, when a
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One week after acquiring the Freedom Center printing plant, Bally’s secured financing to build a $1.7 billion casino complex on the 30-acre River West site. The company announced a deal with Gaming and Leisure Properties for $940 million to fund the construction of the permanent casino. Redesign and approval: Bally’s has redesigned its planned 500-room hotel
Relax Gaming has introduced its latest dragon-themed slot game, Fang’s Inferno Dream Drop, bringing players into a fiery realm of high-stakes adventure. This new release is a high volatility, 5-reel, 4-row video slot that offers 20 paylines, a 94% return to player (RTP), and a maximum win potential of 5,000 times the player’s stake. In
The United States is poised to become the world’s largest regulated iGaming market by 2024, according to a new report by Vixio, a premier provider of regulatory intelligence solutions. The semi-annual U.S. iGaming Outlook report forecasts that the U.S. iGaming market will experience a 22.1% growth from 2023 to 2024, bringing the total gross gaming
The Las Vegas Table Game Survey started as the Las Vegas Blackjack Survey on OnlineUnitedStatesCasinos.com. The first edition was in 2011. It expanded to table games in 2015. The early issues only covered downtown and the Strip. Today, all 73 Las Vegas casinos with live table games are represented. The survey will give you a
Gaming Corps is thrilled to announce a significant content partnership with Kaizen Gaming, marking their debut in the Eastern European market. This collaboration will introduce the company’s comprehensive suite of games, including the popular Smash4Cash series, to the lobbies of Betano and Stoiximan brands. Expanding global reach: This strategic partnership will see Gaming Corps’ games
An independent inquiry with “wide-ranging powers” is set to investigate the New South Wales greyhound racing industry following recent concerns about animal welfare within the sector. The inquiry will be led by the Greyhound Welfare Integrity Commission (GWIC) and headed by acting commissioner Lea Drake. A comprehensive investigation into complaints: Gaming and Racing Minister David Harris announced that the
The Philippines’ Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) has secured a freeze order from the Court of Appeals (CA) on the assets of suspended Mayor Alice Guo and other individuals allegedly linked to the illegal activities of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). According to the Anti-Money Laundering Council official statement (pdf), Mayor Alice Guo, along with Zhiyang
The Oklahoma City and Tulsa regions have been instrumental in setting a new record for Indigenous gaming revenue, totaling $6.8 billion last year. This remarkable achievement has significantly bolstered the financial resources available to tribes, government programs, and charitable organizations. According to a 2023 report from the National Indian Gaming Commission, the Oklahoma City region
FanDuel, one of the leading sports books in the United States, has been fined $2,000 and forced to pay out more than $230,000 in wagers after accepting bets on mixed martial arts fights that had already occurred a week earlier. The incident, which took place on April Fool’s Day in 2022, involved 34 bets on
MGM Resorts International announced today an exciting new partnership designating MGM Resorts as a “Proud Partner of the New York Yankees.” This collaboration is set to deliver exclusive VIP experiences to both MGM Rewards members and baseball fans alike. Among these perks are opportunities to watch batting practice from the warning track and even throw out a
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has announced a significant policy shift, declaring that POGO (Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator) hubs will no longer be permitted. This move, disclosed by PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco during a Senate inquiry, aims to tackle the various criminal activities linked to these hubs, including human trafficking and
Starting Monday, July 15, Washington D.C. sports enthusiasts will no longer be limited to using GambetDC. From noon ET, residents and visitors will gain extensive online access to multiple sports betting platforms. This shift marks a significant milestone in the district’s approach to sports wagering. BetMGM has announced the launch of its betting app across
Stakelogic Live, a leading developer of live casino content and software, is thrilled to announce a significant partnership with Switzerland’s premier online casino, mycasino. Operated by Grand Casino Luzern, mycasino is set to revolutionize its live casino offerings by integrating Stakelogic Live’s groundbreaking Chroma Key Studio technology. Introduction of Chroma Key 7 Seat Blackjack: Through this
Petersburg is on the brink of potentially becoming home to a new casino. The Virginia Lottery Department has given its nod to the city’s plans, marking a significant step forward. All that remains now is for a judge to greenlight the referendum to allow residents to vote on the matter in November. State approval for
Super Group Limited, the parent company of Betway and Spin, has announced a strategic shift following an in-depth internal review. The company plans to exit the U.S. sportsbook market, closing operations in the nine states where it is currently active. Despite this exit, Super Group will continue to maintain a strong iGaming presence in the
BGaming has successfully ventured into the regulated Bulgarian market through a strategic partnership with leading operator Inbet. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for BGaming as it integrates its entire gaming portfolio, including popular titles such as Bonanza Billion, Elvis Frog in Vegas, and Wild Cash, with Inbet’s platform. The move follows BGaming’s sustained success in nearby markets
The Chairman and controlling shareholder of the Hong Kong-listed LET Group, Andrew Lo, has revived plans to sell the company’s entire interest in the Russian-integrated resort Tigre de Cristal, located in the Primorye Economic Zone near Vladivostok. LET Group Holdings Ltd, previously known as Suncity Group Holdings Ltd, is a China-based investment holding company with
The Southern Ute Indian Tribe has initiated legal action against Governor Jared Polis and the Colorado state gaming officials, accusing them of mishandling the Tribe’s online sports betting operations. Tribal Chairman Melvin J. Baker announced the lawsuit on Monday during a session of the American Indian Affairs Interim Study Committee, which focuses on issues significant
Singapore is poised to pass a bill that will lower the threshold for cash deposits in its casinos, according to a top industry expert cited by Asia Gaming Brief. This legislative move, anticipated to be approved “within the next few months” with implementation to follow shortly after, aims to align with Financial Action Task Force