The government of Quebec has vowed to prohibit individuals with convictions for various crimes, such as money laundering and forgery, from accessing casinos. The Canadian province unveiled its firm stance through a draft regulation published in the official Gazette, in an effort to maintain the integrity of its gambling establishments. As per a CBC News
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MGM Resorts has announced plans to add The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas to its MGM Rewards program. The integration is set to take place on February 1, 2024, bringing a new array of offerings to gaming and non-gaming customers in Las Vegas. Steve Zanella, Chief Commercial Officer for MGM Resorts, expressed enthusiasm about the forthcoming
New York’s Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino has been named a finalist in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The resort earned its spot as one of the 20 nominees for the “Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas,” chosen by a panel of industry experts and editors. The announcement of Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino’s nomination
Asian gaming and hospitality heavyweight Melco has shared its unaudited second-quarter financial results. Total operating revenues for Q2 were 947.9 million, representing an increase of approximately 220% from $296.1 million for the comparable period in 2022. According to the company, the increase in total operating revenues was primarily attributable to the improved performance in all gaming
Mobile gaming provider Playtika Holding has entered into a definitive agreement with European digital advertising and entertainment media platform Azerion Group to acquire the Youda Games portfolio of games. The offering includes titles like the social card-themed game “Governor of Poker 3.” The deal is worth an initial cash consideration of $89 million (EUR 81.3 million),
Sports betting operator Galera.bet has joined the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA). The platform, a sports betting brand of Match Time Solutions, is primarily focused on Brazil and this decision “fulfills its regulatory obligation” under the recently published Provisional Measure to join an international body for monitoring sports integrity. Galera.bet is an official sponsor of the
After an immensely successful Las Vegas residency from 2018 to 2022, the Lady Gaga Jazz & Piano tour is returning to the Park MGM for twelve shows. The first show is actually scheduled for later this month, so you better move quickly if you want tickets. The talented “Poker Face” singer received a guarantee of
iGaming software and business solutions provider Slotegrator announced it has partnered with live games provider ATMOSFERA, resulting in its portfolio now being available through APIgrator. Established in 2020, ATMOSFERA has garnered a global player base of over 2.7 million worldwide as of mid-2023, notes Slotegrator. The company has developed a solution for satellite-based broadcasting and created lotto
Indian Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday said that the 28% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on full face value for online gaming, casinos, and horse racing is likely to be implemented from October 1. The GST council has now finalized the modalities for the determination of supply value in online gaming and casinos
After several rumors that Enjoy had decided to sell its casino in Punta del Este, as reported by Yogonet, the company denies being in a sale process. The company, owned by Euroamerica and Penta, in a conversation with the newspaper Ámbito Financiero of Argentina, commented that “in reality, there is no formal sale process”, assuring that
iGaming content provider CT Interactive has signed a new deal with operator BetFlag in Italy. As a result of the deal, the operators’ clients will gain access to CT Interactive’s games, including Chilli Fruits, 40 Treasures, and Lucky Clover. The company described BetFlag as being among “the 10 most popular casino operators in Italy.” The company started
International Game Technology (IGT) has reported its financial results for the second quarter of the year, showing robust revenue and profit momentum across all business segments. IGT’s consolidated revenue for Q2 2023 reached $1.06 billion, representing a 3% growth compared to the previous year. Notably, when accounting for the Italy commercial services sale in September
The UK’s Betting and Gaming Council members directly contributed £455 million ($578.1 million) to British horseracing last year in levy, media rights, and sponsorship deals, according to new BGC figures. In addition, bookmakers spent £125 million ($158.8 million) on marketing to promote racing and betting through advertisements and partnerships, “helping secure terrestrial coverage of the
The BSA-AML Compliance Group, an organization providing knowledge-based training related to anti-money laundering (AML) and other illicit finance issues, has announced its upcoming annual BSA/AML Gaming Conference. The conference, dedicated to addressing AML compliance in the gaming industry, will take place at Caesars Palace Las Vegas from September 12 to 14, 2023. To cater to
Online gaming and betting solutions provider BetConstruct has announced the launch of a new game award program named B.F.T.H. Arena – Best FTN Game Awards. The event offers game creators, designers, beginners, and seasoned professionals an opportunity to showcase their talents and compete for rewards. The award is presented in two categories – one for
Online lottery courier service Jackpot.com has launched in New York. The platform will enable New Yorkers to order official state lottery tickets from their mobile phone, tablet, or desktop. Through the solution, lottery players can order tickets for Powerball, Mega Millions, Cash4Life, New York Lotto, and Pick 10. Jackpot.com purchases tickets on behalf of its
Casino-entertainment giant Caesars has posted net revenue of $2.9 billion for the second quarter of the year, up from the $2.8 billion posted in the same period in the prior year. The latest results were driven by ongoing strong demand in both regional markets and Las Vegas. During the three-month period, the company also recorded a
iGaming entertainment provider Greentube showcased its latest products, including the sci-fi-themed slot Cyber Wildz, at the recent iGB Live 2023 expo, which was held July 11 – 14 at the RAI Amsterdam. “For iGB Live! 2023, we invited our attendees to enter the cyberpunk-themed world of our latest online casino game, Cyber Wildz, with a
The North Carolina State Lottery Commission (NCLC) has appointed Sterl Carpenter, a seasoned gaming industry professional with over 30 years of experience in the sector, as the Deputy Executive Director of gaming compliance and sports betting. The appointment comes as the NCLC establishes a new department to oversee its sports betting program, a significant step
In a gaming industry twist of fate, the Rio, a Brazilian-themed resort in Las Vegas, is poised to make a triumphant return with a $350 million renovation under Dreamscape Cos. ownership. This project, helmed by Dreamscape CEO Eric Birnbaum, is scheduled to begin this month and will unfold in two phases, with the first one expected