The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued a cease-and-desist letter to Harp Media B.V., the operator of Bovada.com and Bovada.lv, demanding the cessation of “illegal online gaming activities accessible to Michigan residents.” The letter, sent on May 29, follows an MGCB investigation into Bovada’s operations. The Curaçao-based company has 14 days from receipt of
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According to a report from Harry Reid International Airport, the number of people flying in and out of Las Vegas remained steady last month. LAS served 4,881,617 passengers in April, a 1.5% increase over the same month in 2023. That brings the year-to-date count to 18,610,436 people, a 1.6% rise. International travel saw the biggest
Fontainebleau Las Vegas is now part of the American Express Fine Hotels and Resorts (FHR) program, a move that could help the newest Las Vegas Strip integrated resort attract well-heeled customers. “Fontainebleau Las Vegas has joined the American Express Fine Hotels and Resorts program alongside some of the world’s most luxurious hotels. Amex Platinum Card
Gaming events organizer Gaming & Technology Expo (GAT) has confirmed that the new dates for GAT Expo Cartagena 2025 will be April 28, 29 and 30. The venue for this new edition will be the Las Americas Convention Center in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. As part of the new schedule, the GAT Cartagena Academy will be
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has announced the approval of Caesars’ World Series of Poker (WSOP) for the launch of its multi-state online poker platform in the state. “This move enables residents of Michigan to join in cross-state competitions and reinforces the agency’s commitment to fostering a vibrant and dynamic gaming industry,” the Board
The Flutter Foundation, a non-profit organization supported by Flutter Entertainment, has officially launched in Ceuta, Spain. The initiative aims to promote inclusion and improve the lives of disadvantaged communities through education, entrepreneurship, and technology initiatives. The launch in Ceuta is part of Flutter’s global objective to enhance the lives of 10 million people by 2030.
Lottery app and website Jackpot.com has announced its launch in New Jersey, one of the largest lottery markets in the United States. Prominent New Jersey sports investors, including the Tisch family, co-owners of the New York Giants and Gotham FC, and NHL legend Martin Brodeur, are backing the service. Jackpot.com allows New Jersey lottery players
iGaming solutions provider SOFTSWISS is celebrating its success at the AffPapa iGaming Awards 2024, where it won in the Aggregator of the Year category. The AffPapa iGaming Awards acknowledge the industry’s top affiliates, operators, and B2B providers. Due to its innovative approach and extensive game catalog, the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator earned its place among industry leaders,
BetDEX Labs has announced the official launch of its sports betting exchange platform, BetDEX Exchange, more than a year after its beta launch. The Edinburgh-headquartered business, which features FanDuel co-founder Nigel Eccles, says its exchange offers highly competitive odds across a number of popular betting markets with “industry low fees.” Since the beta launched over
Dublin-based Flutter Entertainment has confirmed that its primary listing is now on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Additionally, the Betfair and Paddy Power owner announced that its Chief Financial Officer Paul Edgecliffe-Johnson is stepping down after he signaled that he could not commit sufficient time to work from the United States. In an announcement to
Fanatics Betting and Gaming, a subsidiary of digital sports platform Fanatics Holdings, has launched its sportsbook in Wyoming. The launch marks the 21st state where the product is now live. The app is available for download on iOS and Android devices. Users can earn “FanCash” on every bet placed, which can then be spent on
iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has announced the release of its new slot game, Revenge of Loki Megaways. The company’s latest Megaways game sees the God of Mischief “unleashing a blazing free spins round with a cacophony of wilds,” the company said. Super symbols hold the key to unlocking wild reels that randomly transform high-paying symbols
On display will be also EGT Digital’s in-house developed “all-in-one” betting platform X-Nave, which provides operators “with a complete solution to build and maintain a successful and competitive online business.” Mariana Manchina, sales manager for the Philippines at EGT, commented: “I am confident that our product selection for SIGMA Asia will captivate visitors’ attention and
Gambling minister Stuart Andrew has resigned from his position as a member of parliament following the announcement of a snap general election set for July 4. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak made the election announcement last week, prompting Andrew to take to social media platform X – formerly known as Twitter – on Wednesday to confirm
As the legislative session in New York approaches its conclusion, Sen. Joseph Addabbo has introduced a bill to legalize online poker in the state, marking another attempt in a long history of efforts to regulate the activity. This move comes a decade after Asm. Gary Pretlow first introduced a similar bill that never made it
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Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) has named Sam Ullrich as the company’s new Vice President of Investor Relations. In this role, Ullrich will be responsible for all aspects of investor relations and work closely with current and prospective shareholders and analysts. He will report to Marcia Dall, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for CDI.
According to a new report issued by multiple Singapore agencies, the country’s casino industry has been named as one of four sectors deemed at medium-high risk of being exploited for environmental crime money laundering. On Wednesday, the “Environmental Crimes Money Laundering National Risk Assessment” was published by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Monetary Authority
Las Vegas Sands (LVS) is considering expanding its casino space at Marina Bay Sands (MBS) in Singapore, according to a Bloomberg report. The development plans reportedly include a new complex featuring a casino, restaurants, and an arena for live entertainment, though with fewer rooms than the existing resort. LVS CEO Rob Goldstein, speaking at a
Twitch is enforcing stricter content regulations concerning gambling-related streams. Announced on May 21st, the popular live-streaming platform’s latest measures are part of a broader effort to safeguard users and comply with regulatory standards. The newly introduced content-filtering features include blocking gambling-related streams for site visitors who are not logged in. Alongside gambling, sexual themes are the only