Ontario’s iGaming market experienced substantial growth in the first quarter of the 2024-25 fiscal year, with active player accounts doubling and revenues from sports betting and online casino activities increasing by 34.4% year-over-year. The latest report from iGaming Ontario revealed a 31.4% rise in total amounts wagered across all categories, reaching CA$18.4 billion (approximately US$13.3
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Zitro has announced the installation of its Fu Frog game in Cantabria with Group Olakoa, “bringing excitement and big wins to gaming halls across the region.” Group Olakoa said in a statement that it is “thrilled” to introduce the new game to its customers. “Players are delighted with Fu Frog, and the response has been
Gaming technology and services provider BetConstruct has announced the launch of Wonder Wheel by Ortak, a new promotion running from July 23 to August 23, 2024. The provider says that Ortak marks a significant departure from both traditional iGaming and investment models “by leveraging the power of NFT and crypto words.” “This is the main
iGaming content provider BGaming has launched its latest release, Secret Bar MultiDice X, set in a prohibition-era speakeasy. The 1920s-themed title features a new take on the original MultiDice X mechanic, a x2,500 max multiplier, separate Drop Dice game mode, and a Wild symbol. In the title, a whiskey-drinking host invites players to spin the
Sportsbook and iGaming solutions provider Digitain has secured the A1 Manufacturer’s License from the Hellenic Gaming Commission, marking a further expansion of the company in the European regulated market. With the new B2B license, Digitain aims to offer its sportsbook and Centrivo platform in Greece. Iain Hutchison, Chief Revenue Officer of Digitain, said: “We are delighted
The Legacy of Kong online slot comes with 6 cascading reels and up to 200,700 paylines! It’s a medium volatility game set on a prehistoric island from Spadegaming, where players help the lovely Anna guide Kong back where he belongs! Landing 4 or more Scatter Symbols will trigger Bonus Spins, where those cascading reels can
The Summer Olympic Games kick off today, bringing profitable opportunities for sports betting operators during the typically quiet post-UEFA Euro period. SOFTSWISS, a global tech expert with over 15 years of experience providing innovative iGaming solutions, shares valuable tips and strategies to help operators maximize their benefits during this major sporting event. This year, the
Boyd Gaming executives on Thursday revealed plans to build a new casino called Cadence Crossing, at the place of the current Jokers Wild Casino site in Henderson. The new project will include a 10,000-square-foot casino with 450 slot machines, multiple dining options, and live entertainment. Construction for the new casino is expected to begin this
The new hotel and event center at Saracen Casino Resort in Pine Bluff, Arkansas is drawing closer to completion. The development, expected to open in 2025, is set to drive revenue and job creation in the area, according to the property’s management “You know a 200 to 300 hundred-foot tower crane in southeastern Arkansas is
Pay4Fun, a payment company with a presence in the online betting and gaming sector, continues to increase its client and partner base, having announced the recent integration of yet another site: Retrobet. This site offers a wide range of games including slots, live casino, soccer betting, and jackpots. “In addition to advanced functionalities and guaranteed security, our
Reno-based casino company Monarch Casino & Resort, which operates Reno’s Atlantis Casino Resort and the Monarch Casino Resort in Black Hawk, Colorado, has reported record financial results for the second quarter of 2024, driven by strong performance at its Black Hawk property. The company achieved net revenue of $128.1 million, marking a 3.6% increase year-over-year.
Gaming and Leisure Properties has reported its financial results for the second quarter of the year. For the period ended June 30, the real estate investment trust (REIT) reported $380 million in revenue, up 6.7% from the same quarter last year. As a result, the firm has updated its full-year guidance. Additionally, net income for the quarter
iGaming turnkey solutions provider Soft2Bet has reported a successful participation at the final Amsterdam edition of iGB L!VE, where it showcased its solutions and engaged with industry professionals. The event featured fully booked workshops, including sessions on Soft2Bet’s Motivational Engineering Gaming Application (MEGA), a gamification solution designed to enhance player engagement and retention in the iGaming
International Game Technology (IGT) and Everi on Friday announced the simultaneous acquisition of IGT’s Gaming and Digital business (IGT Gaming) and Everi by a newly formed holding company owned by affiliates of Apollo Global Management. The all-cash transaction values the combined businesses at about $6.3 billion. On February 28, 2024, IGT and Everi entered into agreements
Boyd Gaming has reported revenues of $967.5 million for the second quarter, a 5.5% increase from $917.0 million in the same period last year. The net income for the quarter was $139.8 million, or $1.47 per share, down from $192.5 million in Q2 2023. The drop in net income was attributed to the favorable impact
Rhode Island-based Bally’s Corp. has agreed to a buyout offer from Standard General LP, its largest shareholder, for $4.6 billion. The New York-based hedge fund, managed by Bally’s Chairman Soo Kim, will merge Bally’s with regional gaming operator The Queen Casino & Entertainment Inc., also part of Standard General’s portfolio. The buyout includes the now-closed
In this analysis, 1xBet explores the most popular games and slots offerings in the Latin American region. Latin Americans love entertainment, so it’s no surprise that gambling games and slots on the 1xBet platform are very popular in our region. The international bookmaker caters to its users’ preferences, giving significant attention to both gambling and
The Ho-Chunk Nation has unveiled new details for its upcoming casino complex in Beloit, Wisconsin. The project includes a $405 million casino, convention center, and an 18-story hotel to be built at the southeast corner of Willowbrook and Colley roads, near Interstate 39-90. The 240,478-square-foot casino will feature a 62-seat bar, four restaurants with an outdoor
Gaming technology and services provider BetConstruct hosted “a pivotal masterclass” on July 11, led by Jochen Biewer, Managing Director of Chevron Group. The session focused on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance and provided insights into upcoming regulatory changes in the German market. Jochen Biewer, also Managing Partner of MGT Digital Compliance Solutions and Member of the
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has expanded its efforts to combat fraud within the online gaming sector by placing seven individuals on the iGaming Involuntary Exclusion List. The Board, following advice from its Office of Enforcement Counsel (OEC), approved the recommendation on Wednesday. This decision came after investigations conducted by the Board’s Bureau of Investigations