iGaming solutions supplier SOFTSWISS has secured South African certification for its Casino Platform and Sportsbook. The company has received a Letter of Certification (LoC) from the National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS), securing approval under the South African B2B manufacture license. This license was initially obtained by Turfsport, a South African software supplier with 35 years of
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Former Toronto Raptors center Jontay Porter is set to face federal charges for his involvement in an alleged sports gambling operation. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York, Porter is expected to plead guilty on July 10. The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Brooklyn has filed a felony charge against
A New Jersey lawmaker is pushing to lift the state’s ban on sports betting involving in-state colleges and universities. Assemblyman Michael Venezia has introduced Resolution 140, a measure aimed at amending New Jersey’s constitution to allow wagering on all college sports or athletic events. The bill, introduced on June 28, applies to licensed operators in
BetMGM has been recognized as Sports Betting Operator of the Year and Employer of the Year at the EGR North America Awards 2024. The EGR North America Awards, which seek to celebrate excellence in the North American online gaming industry, were hosted in New York City on June 27. “Winning two EGR North America Awards
Aristocrat Interactive, the new online real money gaming division of Aristocrat, has introduced its Content & Aggregation’s suite of gaming content to Hard Rock Digital’s Hard Rock Bet in New Jersey. As a result of the deal, users of the platform can now access a collection of Aristocrat Interactive’s popular games within the state. Titles
Gaming content provider SYNOT Games has expanded its cooperation with United Remote to the Danish market, launching its content with the new casino brand Spilleautomaten. The partnership will integrate SYNOT Games’ gaming content into United Remote’s aggregation platform, “enhancing the global gaming experience with dynamic and immersive content.” This deal earned Spilleautomaten.dk from WinTeq access
Payment solutions provider OKTO has entered into a strategic partnership with Novibet, a GameTech company operating in Europe, the Americas, and New Zealand. The collaboration begins with the launch of the cash-to-digital payment solution NoviCASH powered by OKTO in Greece, with Cyprus to follow. According to a statement from the companies, the advanced NoviCASH solution
Flutter Entertainment has announced the appointment of Christine M. McCarthy and Robert R. (“Dob”) Bennett to the Board of Directors, effective July 30, 2024. McCarthy will sit on the Audit Committee and Bennett will serve as a member of the Risk and Sustainability Committee. “Christine and Dob’s extensive experience in the entertainment industry will be
WagerWire has launched a new feature allowing fantasy players to buy and sell live daily fantasy Pick’em entries through its app, available on iOS and Google Play stores. This is the first time that fantasy players can legally trade their entries with just a tap, says the sports gaming marketplace technology company. Users can now buy
Germany’s gambling regulator, Gemeinsamen Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), reported that illegal gambling revenue accounted for up to 4% of the country’s total gross gaming revenue (GGR) in 2023. According to the annual report, released on July 1, the black market generated between €400 million and €600 million ($648 million) in GGR, compared to the legal market’s
We have exciting news for Las Vegas Boulevard, as there are major plans for an extensive Bellagio expansion project involving new restaurants and retail shops! It seems the powers that run the resort have realized that they are not taking full advantage of their location in the center of The Strip, and the prime viewing
Virginia’s sports betting market saw growth in May, with operators earning $60 million in adjusted gross revenue (AGR), an increase from $42.5 million in May 2023, according to the Virginia Lottery’s latest report. Bettors placed a total of $505.6 million in wagers, a 25.2% rise compared to the previous year. Although there was a slight
Macau’s new legislation against illegal gambling will focus exclusively on activities occurring in public places, as confirmed following a recent discussion between a Legislative Assembly committee and government officials. The legislation, permitting searches of residences, will only deem gambling activities involving money as illegal, with fines ranging from MOP1,500 to MOP5,000 ($187-$623). Private activities, such
Zitro, supplier of gaming machines and iGaming titles, announced the arrival of its Fu Frog game to the Trébol salons of the Vicente Carrasco Group in Madrid. The company said in a statement that the Fu Frog game “is taking over Madrid’s scene with its unique gameplay that promises endless fun, incredible prizes, and stunning
iGaming solutions provider Digitain has introduced an array of tailor-made features to its sportsbook for EURO 2024, designed to cater to both seasoned bettors and newcomers alike. Among the new features is the EURO 2024 Predictor, which offers incentives for bettors throughout the initial phases of tournaments. This is complemented by the Bet Race Tournament, in
iGaming content supplier Pragmatic Play is set to make an appearance at G&M Events Paraguay exhibition this month. The event, to be held on July 11, will have iGaming industry professionals gather at the Savoy Hotel Encarnación, which will play host to a day full of group panels, open forums and networking opportunities. Pragmatic Play,
Clarion Gaming has unveiled iGB L!VE data showing a 53% year-on-year uptick in registrations from industry professionals based in 121 countries. The event is scheduled to take place from July 16th to 19th at the RAI Amsterdam, Netherlands, and marks the last edition there ahead of a relocation to London starting next year. iGB L!VE Portfolio
Brazil’s Minister of Sports, André Fufuca (PP), announced that, as of this month, the Sports Betting Secretariat will be created within the structure of his ministry. The statement was made during an interview on the program Bom Dia, Minister. “We will have the Sports Betting Secretariat. It is a secretariat that is being reorganized by
Supplier of gaming machines and iGaming titles Zitro highlighted the arrival of its Fu Frog game to Madrid’s iconic Bingo Canoe and stated that “customers of the Madrid venue now have at their disposal the game that is causing a sensation in Spain, conquering players with its unique and attractive mechanics.” In a statement, company officials
Online payments company Pay4Fun has announced the integration of a new partner: Slot Lords, a platform that offers different betting options such as live casino, poker, blackjack, and slots, among others. “Slot Lords has arrived at Pay4Fun, bringing much more fun to our customers. The site’s goal is to provide the best online experience to