The GamingTECH CEE Awards 2025 is entering its next phase as the online voting period kicks off on February 12 and runs through February 28, 2025. “Nominees, get ready to enter the spotlight and prepare your communications campaigns! From the moment voting opens, all nominated companies and individual professionals will be visible, allowing them to rally
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Hoiana Resort & Golf has announced plans for a major expansion in Quang Nam province, central Vietnam. The property has committed to a $1 billion investment dedicated to the second phase of its development, Hoiana President and CEO Steve Wolstenholme stated in an interview with The Investor. The project, covering 209 hectares, aims to transform
PIN-UP Global has responded to the criminal charges raised against the owner of the PIN-UP Ukraine operator (Ukr Game Technology LLC), Ihor Zotko, labeling them “legally absurd.” The State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) of Ukraine has initiated criminal proceedings against Zotko on charges of high treason and aiding and abetting Russia. As a result, the company’s
iGaming turnkey solutions provider Soft2Bet won the Executive of the Year, Platform Provider of the Year, and Product Launch of the Year categories at the Global Gaming Awards EMEA 2025. The announcement came on the first day of the ICE Barcelona event last month. The award categories included: ● ‘Executive of the Year’
FBM kicked off 2025 by installing the Jí Hǎo Link Spirits slot games at Hialeah Park Casino in Miami. The immortal phoenix and the mystical dragon are the protagonists of the titles, with the launch further expanding the company’s operations in the US. “Golden Lóng Spirits and Eternal Fènghuáng Spirits bring exciting game experiences to
iGaming solutions provider EGT Digital has expanded its presence in South Africa after local operator playTsogo recently added its gaming content to its online betting site. Visitors now explore the iGaming content of the Bulgarian iGaming company, including classic slots like Burning Hot, Zodiac Wheel, and Rise of Ra, as well as titles like Sugartime, including
Sports data and content provider FeedConstruct has announced a new partnership with World Curling, the governing body for the Olympic winter sport of curling, thus “expanding its commitment to sports innovation and fan engagement worldwide.” The partnership will grant exclusive international betting rights to FeedConstruct for the Pan Continental Curling Championships, European Curling Championships, Women’s
iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has entered a partnership with Ivy Casino, expanding the reach of its product offering in the UK market. Ivy Casino, launched in September 2024, will now offer Pragmatic Play’s slot titles, including popular titles such as Gates of Olympus 1000, Sugar Rush 1000, and Big Bass series. In addition, the
ICE Barcelona 2025 was a significant event for Slotegrator, serving as a prime opportunity for the iGaming solutions provider to highlight its latest innovations and connect with key industry stakeholders. The shift from London to Barcelona brought a new outlook on the gaming sector’s progress, allowing Slotegrator to showcase its product milestones, market expansion, and
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Several Native American tribes with casino operations in the Sacramento region are investing heavily in downtown real estate, marking a shift beyond gaming into urban development. “There have been a lot of encouraging discussions around community development, and it’s something they wanted to be part of,” said Michael Ault, executive director of the Downtown Sacramento
Sports betting operator Tipico has renewed its sponsorship agreement with Bundesliga and 2. Bundesliga, the top two tiers of Germany’s football pyramid. The deal extends the partnership, which began in 2018, until the end of the 2028/29 season. The deal allows Tipico to continue using league logos and championship trophies while securing advertising rights across media
The AIBC Eurasia summit is set to take place in Dubai from February 23 to 25 at the Festival Arena by InterContinental Hotel Dubai Festival City. First held in 2021, the three-day summit is set to celebrate its fifth anniversary this month. Reflecting on the anniversary, SiGMA said that its Eurasia Dubai summit marked a
GAN has announced an amendment to its merger agreement with Sega Sammy, extending the final deadline for the acquisition to May 31, 2025. This adjustment allows additional time for regulatory approvals before the transaction is completed. Sega Sammy first agreed to acquire GAN, a provider of online gambling technology solutions, for approximately $107.6 million
California’s Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tejon is hosting a job and vendor fair on April 4 and 5 at Bakersfield College as it moves forward with the next phase of construction. The company plans to hire about 1,000 team members and is seeking candidates of all backgrounds, Chris Kelley, President of Hard Rock Hotel
The Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise has appointed Daniele Chilton as the Chief Executive Officer of all five Desert Diamond Casinos in southern Arizona and Phoenix, effective February 21. Chilton is the first Tohono O’odham Nation tribal member to hold the position permanently, according to a press release. “As a tribal member and long-time team member,
A U.S. federal jury has ordered High 5 Games to pay $24.9 million in damages to players in Washington state after ruling that the company’s social casino games violated state gambling laws. The case marks the first-ever class action verdict against a social casino operator and follows previous industry settlements exceeding $650 million.
Resorts World Las Vegas has announced the appointment of Brian Sandoval, former Governor of Nevada, to its Board of Directors. “Sandoval’s distinguished career in public service, coupled with his deep understanding of Nevada’s gaming landscape, will bring invaluable expertise to the organization,” RWLV said in a press release. Sandoval served as Nevada’s 30th governor from
Google has announced a significant update to its Gambling & Games advertising policy, introducing stricter definitions, country-specific restrictions, and expanded compliance requirements for advertisers. The revised policy will take effect on April 14. The updated rules aim to clarify what constitutes gambling-related content, tighten licensing requirements, and improve enforcement measures to prevent violations.
DraftKings has been named the official retail sportsbook partner for the new Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana in Bossier City, a $270+ million project set to open on February 13, 2025. The sportsbook, strategically located within the Sports & Social bar, will feature an LED media wall, live DJs, interactive games, and a full dining menu with