The organizers of SAGSE Latam 2025, one of the most awaited events of the gaming industry in Latin America that will take place on March 19 and 20, informed that the rooms of the Hilton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center are practically sold out. According to them, the exhibition is generating a great impact
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Indiana’s Senate passed legislation on Tuesday to expand charity gaming by allowing the use of electronic pull tabs, a move that has sparked debate over regulation and fairness in the state’s gambling sector. Senate Bill 209, which was approved in a 37-13 vote, would permit charitable, civic, and veterans’ organizations to operate electronic versions of
Florida’s horse racing industry was dealt a major blow after the House Industries and Professional Activities Subcommittee approved a bill on Wednesday that could mean the end of live Thoroughbred racing at Gulfstream Park. The proposed legislation, House Bill 105, passed with a 12-4 vote and would decouple slot machine casinos from live racing for
Monumental Sports Network (MNMT)’s Monumental+ (M+) streaming app will feature integrated real-time sports betting odds and gamification options during live game streams for the NHL’s Washington Capitals and NBA’s Washington Wizards through the new ‘Monumental Game Center’ feature. Through a partnership with Play Anywhere and BetMGM, the independent media platform is the first local media
The FBM Foundation kicked off 2025 with the ‘Building a Champion by a Champion’ program initiative, supplying Barangay Alnay communities with essential technology and aid packages. The solidarity gesture, impacting the educational and feeding areas, aims to offer better conditions to communities living in underserved areas. The social responsibility project of the FBM Group donated
Delta Air Lines has announced a collaboration with DraftKings, bringing a new gaming experience to passengers as part of the airline’s ongoing plans to improve in-flight entertainment. The deal, which was first hinted at by Delta CEO Ed Bastian last month, will allow SkyMiles members to access free games through Delta Sync Wi-Fi. The partnership
Digital entertainment supplier Playson has secured its entry into the Brazil online gaming market, further reinforcing its Latin American footprint. The move marks a major milestone for the game studio as it enters what it called “one of the world’s most eagerly anticipated regulated iGaming markets.” Playson’s successful pathway, granted by The Secretariat of Prizes and
The BMM Innovation Group (BIG), a technology conglomerate focused on product compliance testing, training, and cybersecurity solutions for the global gaming industry, reflected on its “resounding success” at the ICE show, held January 20-22 in Barcelona. Drawing more than 55,000 gaming professionals, ICE Barcelona provided the “perfect platform” for the BIG Group to showcase its services,
The Louisiana Gaming Control Board has given the green light to the merger between Bally’s Corporation and The Queen Casino & Entertainment, reported The Center Square. The move unites the Bally’s Shreveport Casino & Hotel, The Queen Baton Rouge, and the Belle of Baton Rouge properties under one entity. The board also granted petitions from the
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has announced a series of regulatory changes aimed at enhancing consumer protection, including mandatory deposit limits for new players, increased transparency on customer funds, and the implementation of a statutory levy on gambling operators. These changes, set to take effect from October 31, come amidst the country’s efforts to modernize
Betsson Group reported its “strongest year ever” in 2024 after a standout Q4 performance helped the operator post records for full-year revenue, net profit, and EBITDA. Revenue for the three months to December 31 amounted to €306.8 million ($318.8 million), an increase of 22%. Additionally, net income was €53.1 million ($54.9 million) and EBITDA was €86.4
In an article on the iGaming market published on its website, Control F5 discusses the need to invest in the training and qualification of industry professionals. With the constant evolution of technologies and the diversification of offerings in the iGaming sector, competition has intensified considerably. Having employees “trained specifically for the sector is a vital
ICE had its first edition in Barcelona, from January 20 to 22, at the Fira Gran Via, after its stay at the ExCel venue in London. The event brought together various players in the gaming industry for three days full of networking, innovation, and debates on the future of the sector. To review the first big
Macau’s Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) has named a new deputy director, set to take on the role from next Monday. Labor affairs veteran Lei Seak Chio will join the gambling regulator after serving as occupational health and safety chief. Lei Seak Chio is stepping into the shoes of Lio Chi Chong, who was
Wynn Resorts has once again been recognized on Fortune Magazine’s ‘World’s Most Admired Companies’ list for 2025, making it the highest-ranked gaming resort company. In addition to being the best-ranked casino within the Hotel, Casinos, and Resorts category, the company also scored well in the Quality of Products/Services category. “To be recognized on this prestigious
Our friends at the American Gaming Association (AGA) have released their new Super Bowl betting estimates for Americans. With so many states now regulating sports bets, expectations are at an all time high, with an anticipated $1.39 billion legal wagers on the 2025 game. And this is while the industry is experiencing continued expansion and
The Manitoba government has issued a directive requiring Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries (MLL) officials to report suspicious casino transactions directly to law enforcement, a move aimed at curbing money laundering linked to the drug trade. The new measure, announced by Premier Wab Kinew at Club Regent Casino on Monday, is expected to enhance police investigations
Legislation that could pave the way for a casino in Fairfax County has cleared a major hurdle, passing the Virginia Senate by a 24-16 vote. The bill, introduced by Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell, would give the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors the authority to hold a voter referendum on allowing a gaming facility within
Robinhood announced Tuesday it is withdrawing its event contracts, which would have allowed users to bet on this weekend’s Super Bowl outcome, following a request from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). The CFTC has formally asked Robinhood to prevent customers from accessing sports event contracts. “While we continue to work with the CFTC
Coljuegos, Colombia’s gambling regulator, has blocked 10,000 websites and social media profiles offering illegal betting as part of its latest black market crackdown. The blocked sites provided gambling activities in the country without maintaining a local license or paying the stipulated yearly fees, Coljuegos said in a press release. The blocked sites included virtual casinos