The upcoming SiGMA Asia show, running June 1 – 4 in Manila, will feature an exclusive retreat for 120 land-based operators during the event’s week. Following the “overwhelming success” of last year’s retreat, held at the Inspire Resort in Incheon, South Korea, SiGMA Asia is partnering with PAGCOR to host the second edition in Manila.
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A new wave of tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump could lead to fewer Canadian tourists visiting Las Vegas, the US Travel Association warned on Monday. Canadians made 20.4 million visits to the U.S. in 2024, generating $20.5 billion in spending. A 10% drop in Canadian visitors could result in a loss of 2
B2B online casino provider EEZE has officially introduced Diego Verano as Director of Business Development and Maximiliano Ramos as Director of Partnerships. The new Latin American executives will be in charge of the brand’s expansion in the region. The names of the new team members were revealed days after the provider announced its landing in the
Ainsworth announced a new milestone in Mexico, as one lucky player at Hollywood Constitución casino hit a jackpot of $1,031,342 on one of their premium slot machines. According to the company, this is Ainsworth’s biggest wide area progressive to date and it is top of its class in this product segment. The Oriental Express brand allows
iGaming solutions provider EGT Digital has announced a strategic partnership with NOTO – 360 Fraud and Compliance, a supplier of fraud and anti-money laundering (FRAML) solutions. The collaboration aims to enhance fraud prevention and regulatory compliance for EGT Digital’s online gaming customers. By integrating NOTO’s enterprise-grade FRAML platform, EGT Digital enables gaming operators to
BetMGM, the joint venture between MGM Resorts and Entain, has reported full-year 2024 revenue of $2.1 billion, marking a 7% increase from the previous year. Despite this growth, the company posted an EBITDA loss of $244 million as it continued investing in its online gaming and sports betting operations. Company executives view 2024 as a strategic year
A measure seeking to reinstate the daily room cleaning mandate in Nevada’s casinos will be introduced by Republican Sen. Lori Rogich in an effort to tackle the illegal cannabis market, potentially reviving the fight between gambling properties and the politically powerful Culinary Workers Union Local 226. According to a report by The Nevada Independent, the
At the ICE Barcelona event last week, Yogonet sat down with Stefanos Karakidis, Senior Business Development Manager at BETBY, during the first day of the show to discuss the company’s latest innovations, market expansion plans, and vision for the future. In the interview, Karakidis shared insights into BETBY’s AI-powered sportsbook solutions, the company’s strategic focus on
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has voiced his support for legalizing online sports betting, adding momentum to a growing push to bring regulated gambling to the state. In an interview on the Texas Take podcast, Abbott stated that he has no objections to sports betting legislation, acknowledging that many Texans already engage in the activity through unregulated
A proposed Maryland legislation, Bill SB860, introduced by Sen.Paul Corderman, seeks to expressly prohibit sweepstakes casinos in the state and forfeit the license of any supplier or affiliate that promotes sweeps in the jurisdiction. The bill sits in the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee after being introduced on January 28. The bill defines sweepstakes casino sites as:
The American Gaming Association (AGA) estimates that Americans will wager a record $1.39 billion legally on Super Bowl LIX, a forecast that highlights the continued expansion and enthusiasm around the US sports betting market. The association took a different approach this year, only offering an estimate for legal bets and excluding illegal and casual wagering,
Hawaii took a step toward legalizing online sports betting last week as a House committee unanimously voted to advance House Bill 1308 on Friday. The move signals the strongest push in favor of regulation so far this legislative session, with the Aloha State traditionally opposing any form of gambling expansion. Lawmakers in favor of the move see
Chinese national Wang Shuiming, a fugitive sought across Asia for his alleged role in a $2.3 billion online gambling fraud, has been arrested in Montenegro following an Interpol Red Notice issued by China. Wang, 42, was detained at Tivat Airport upon arrival from the Maldives, where authorities flagged his identity during routine passport checks
Major League Baseball has dismissed veteran umpire Pat Hoberg after an investigation revealed he violated the league’s strict gambling policies, MLB announced on Monday. While the league found no evidence of game-fixing, Hoberg’s involvement in unauthorized betting activities led to his termination. Hoberg, 38, who made his MLB debut in 2014 and became a
SiGMA Asia has announced the opening of ticket sales for its upcoming Manila show. Taking place June 1 – 4 at the SMX Convention Centre — Manila’s largest expo venue, the third edition of the event is set to welcome 20,000 delegates. Available to purchase online, the tickets will continue to increase in price over the
Iowa lawmakers are moving forward with a five-year moratorium on new casino licenses, a move that could derail plans for a $275 million casino in Cedar Rapids. The legislation, which has already passed the House and is under review in the Senate, would retroactively ban new licenses as of January 1, potentially nullifying any decision
Super Bowl Sunday is just days away! Las Vegas is buzzing with watch parties from the Strip to Downtown, but we’ve got options for everyone, whether you’re in Sin City or watching from home.Our weekly gambling videos lists the Top 8 Las Vegas watch parties for Super Bowl 59, plus the best online sportsbook offers
Australian independent senator David Pocock is pushing for an inquiry into the influence of the gambling industry over government policy. The move seeks to explore “the extent and the appropriateness” of this perceived influence at a time in which the Labor government faces pressure to ban betting ads. In addition to exploring the influence over
A proposal to legalize online casino gaming in Wyoming faced a setback on Monday as the Travel, Recreation, Wildlife, and Cultural Resources Committee declined to advance the measure. After more than an hour of discussion, the bill’s prospects dimmed when a motion to move forward failed to receive a second, leading committee chair Andrew Byron
The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency (MLGCA) has raised alarms about illegal online gambling as the state considers regulating online casinos. In a letter to the House Ways and Means Committee, MLGCA Director John Martin highlighted the growing issue of “bad actors” offering unregulated gambling sites that mimic legal, regulated platforms. The letter, obtained