As football enthusiasts around the globe immerse themselves in the UEFA European Championship (Euro 2024), Chinese authorities have been actively disrupting a surge of illegal online gambling activities associated with the tournament. In recent weeks, law enforcement across China has reported significant successes in dismantling multiple illicit gambling operations taking advantage of the event’s popularity.
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Kambi Group plc’s Board of Directors has made a pivotal decision to retract its financial targets set for 2027. Reevaluation of financial targets: Back in February, Kambi initiated a review of the assumptions underpinning its 2027 financial targets, which were initially communicated in January 2023. These targets aimed for a revenue increase of 2-3 times the FY2022
The New York Racing Association (NYRA) announced on July 4 that a contractual dispute between NYRA and FanDuel Racing has led to the removal of all NYRA content from FanDuel’s wagering platforms. This impasse means that pari-mutuel wagering and live video streams from the ongoing Belmont at the Big A spring/summer meet are currently unavailable
Play’n GO invites players to embark on a thrilling desert adventure with their latest slot game, Oasis of Dead. This 5×3 dynamic addition to the acclaimed Dead series immerses gamers in a mystical desert, where they uncover the secrets of an ancient demonic king. As players navigate the treacherous sands, they encounter thrilling action and hidden
Waterfront Philippines Inc. is poised to complete the Waterfront Manila Hotel and Casino reconstruction by the end of next year. This project, which has faced several delays, will see its first phase completed by the fourth quarter of this year. Acesite (Phils.) Hotel Corp., a 55.70-percent owned subsidiary of Waterfront Philippines, confirmed that the initial
The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has filed a federal tax lien against the Commonwealth Casino Commission (CCC) of the Northern Mariana Islands, claiming over $5.8 million in unpaid taxes dating back to 2022. According to the Saipan Tribune, this action was filed with the U.S. District Court for the Northern Mariana Islands, with CCC
A guest at Mohegan Pennsylvania casino has won a significant jackpot worth $642,000 over the weekend. According to casino officials, the lucky winner, a man from Plains Township, hit the massive jackpot playing the Blazing 7’s Blackjack progressive table game. The win required a side bet along with the main wager, which positioned him for
Rivers Casino Portsmouth has been hit with substantial fines following a series of regulatory violations identified by the Virginia Lottery over the past year. The casino has agreed to pay a total of $545,000 in two separate settlements related to these breaches. Details of the fines and settlements: The first settlement, reached in September, resulted
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River is making significant progress in its ambitious $275 million expansion project. Last week, the company celebrated a major milestone with a Topping Out Ceremony for its new 12-story hotel tower. This event was attended by key figures from Harrah’s Cherokee leadership, dignitaries from the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, and representatives
Former Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter is set to plead guilty to federal charges related to a sports betting scandal that resulted in his lifetime ban from the NBA. This development revealed through court filings, marks a significant turn in the high-profile case involving the 24-year-old athlete. Porter appeared on the docket of a Brooklyn
The Ministry of the Interior is seeking public comments on a draft government proposal for a new gambling act, a key reform initiative outlined in the Government Programme. Under this proposal, Veikkaus Oy will no longer maintain its monopoly over betting, online slot machines, and casino games. These gambling activities will be opened to competition
According to a Las Vegas-based gaming analyst, the recent closures of two significant properties on the Las Vegas Strip will likely benefit the largest casino operators, Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts International. These two giants, which collectively oversee 16 casino-hotels and five non-gaming hotels, stand to see substantial economic gains from the shuttering of the
Pragmatic Play, a prominent content provider in the iGaming industry, has announced the launch of Mega Sic Bac, an innovative new Live Casino game that promises thrilling gameplay and unique betting options. This latest addition to their acclaimed Live Casino portfolio stands out with its use of four dice and random boosted payouts that can reach
Being a fan of poker is easier than ever. Not only is this game popular at traditional land-based casinos, but it is also one of the card games that is ever-present at every online casino. Moving things to the web did wonders for poker as now more players have access to it. If you look
Starting July 15, Google will revise its Google Ads policies for daily fantasy sports (DFS) operators and lottery couriers, enabling them to run advertisements across a wide array of US states, according to the July 2024 updates to Google’s Gambling and games policy. This policy shift represents a significant development for daily fantasy sports and
Massachusetts bettors will have an additional platform for online sports wagers starting Tuesday as Bally Bet is set to launch nearly a year and a half after receiving clearance from state regulators. The introduction of Bally Bet at 11 a.m. on Tuesday will expand the number of mobile betting platforms in Massachusetts to seven. Bally
Paradise Group is set to revolutionize customer experiences by introducing innovative travel products and enhancing its casino offerings, with a strong emphasis on attracting international visitors. The hotel operator revealed its plans on Tuesday, aiming to transcend traditional services and meet the evolving trend where customers increasingly seek unique and diverse experiences. Embracing integrated resorts
Pubs and clubs in New South Wales (NSW) with gaming machines are now required to adhere to new measures aimed at fostering a culture of harm minimization, providing better support for individuals at risk of gambling harm. These changes, effective from yesterday, are part of a broader initiative to ensure safer gambling environments across the
Bragg Gaming Group has officially launched HardRockCasino.nl in the Dutch market, marking a significant milestone with the deployment of its advanced player account management (PAM) software to the renowned brand. Strengthening market leadership: This new agreement cements Bragg’s position as the preeminent technology and content provider in the Netherlands, becoming the sixth PAM client in the region. The
Evolution announced the launch of its online live casino services for players in Delaware’s regulated gaming market. This significant development is in partnership with Rush Street Interactive, Inc., a prominent US-based iGaming company known for operating the BetRivers brand. Evolution’s live games will be available at Delaware Lottery’s three online casinos: Delaware Park Casino, Bally’s