It’s official: retail sports betting will launch at racetrack-related locations across Kentucky on September 7, followed by mobile betting on September 28, under emergency regulations signed by Governor Andy Beshear at the Red Mile Racetrack. The September 7 launch coincides with the first regular season game of the NFL. Permanent regulations will be finalized at
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All 70 titles of EGT Digital’s portfolio of online games are live on the Georgian betting site Europebet, the content provider announced on Tuesday. Visitors of the gaming brand are now able to enjoy Bell Link, High Cash, Clover Chance and the 5 games with a Single Progressive Jackpot. “EGT Digital’s slots are ready to
The gambling industry is always evolving, and the sports betting vertical isn’t the exception. Quite the opposite, few segments have seen as much change over the last few years as the sports gambling market. From more countries launching to updates in regulation, from new technologies gaining momentum and betting preferences seeing drastic shifts, operators and
Developer of online slots BF Games appointed Wiktor Grabarczyk as its new CEO. In his new role, he will oversee the future expansion of the slot development studio, spearheading the scaling of the business and implementing new strategies. According to the company, the new appointment will help propel its geographical reach into North America, as
The Malta Gaming Authority has suspended sports betting company Tipster’s license, effective as of June 27, for violations of the Gaming Compliance and Enforcement Regulations. The decision follows a similar one taken by the German regulator last month, which revoked the company’s license. Authorities raided Tipster’s office in April this year, after the State Criminal
This year marks a monumental one in the history of the game of poker. The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has officially shattered the all-time attendance record for its Main Event, making the 2023 edition the richest tournament in live poker history. The record falls 17 years after Jamie Gold defeated a crowd of 8,773
Compliance platform SG:certified is participating in the inaugural edition of the Regulating the Game London conference, event organizer Senet confirmed on Monday. As described by the company, SG:certified’s compliance platform has been designed around a comprehensive suite of services aimed at helping operators meet all their necessary requirements while uplifting industry standards and improving regulatory outcomes. It is created
Kirkland-based operator Maverick Gaming has announced its latest acquisition, the All-Star Lanes & Casino located in Silverdale, Washington. All-Star features table games, poker, 40 bowling lanes, an arcade, a diner, drive-thru espresso, and full-service dining experiences. As one of the major employers in Kitsap County, All-Star currently employs over 150 individuals. The addition of All-Star to Maverick
The Maryland State Lottery & Gaming Control Agency has released its financial report for June. The state’s six casinos generated a total of $163.7 million in revenue, a monthly decrease from their May revenue of $169.4 million. Revenue was almost flat when compared to June 2022, up a slight 0.6% from last year’s revenue. The
Sports betting and iGaming platform supplier Uplatform has announced its participation at SiGMA Asia 2023, set to take place from July 19th to 22nd in Manila, Philippines. Uplatform said it is “eager to embrace new frontiers and collaborate with industry leaders at this prestigious event” at Stand G10. SiGMA Asia Conference 2023 in Manila promises to be
Gaming solutions provider PopOK Gaming announced Monday its participation in SiGMA Asia, described by the company as one of the “most anticipated” gaming events in the industry. The event will take place from July 20-21 at the SMX Convention Center in Manila, Philippines, and will gather over 2,000 delegates, 600 operators, and industry speakers. With its
Gaming solutions provider PopOK Gaming announced Monday its participation in SiGMA Asia, described by the company as one of the “most anticipated” gaming events in the industry. The event will take place from July 20-21 at the SMX Convention Center in Manila, Philippines, and will gather over 2,000 delegates, 600 operators, and industry speakers. With its
We’ve heard that more money brings more problems. Well, current sports betting issues with the National Football League might have us thinking some similar thoughts. It seems that more access to gambling is resulting in more gambling related issues… and those issues are not just confined to the NFL. First, four more NFL players have
We’ve heard that more money brings more problems. Well, current sports betting issues with the National Football League might have us thinking some similar thoughts. It seems that more access to gambling is resulting in more gambling related issues… and those issues are not just confined to the NFL. First, four more NFL players have
Multinational gaming industry company Codere Group has announced the appointment of Gonzaga Higuero as CEO. The executive will bring “his valuable knowledge and experience to further consolidate the company’s leadership position in all its markets and drive the group’s growth, through the development of new businesses and its online project,” the business said in a
UK-based sports betting operator Betfred has reported a substantial increase in profits and customer activity. The gambling company made profits after tax of nearly £20 million ($21.9 million) in the year ending on 25 September 2022, up from just over £5 million ($9.8 million) the year before. This surge is largely attributed to the unrestricted
Zitro announced Monday that it has introduced its new concept – Mega Lounge – at Portugal’s Hotel Casino Chaves, available through a range of games. The new opening builds on the success of Zitro’s existing collaboration with Grupo Solverde, and comes as the supplier continues expanding its presence within the Portuguese gaming market. As part of
International Game Technology (IGT) released a statement on Monday after the passing of Fabio Cairoli, IGT CEO of Global Lottery. Marco Sala, IGT Executive Chair, said: “IGT announced today with great sadness that Fabio Cairoli, IGT CEO of Global Lottery, has suddenly passed away. Fabio was an outstanding executive. He was distinguished by his passion,
Multinational gaming industry company Codere Group has announced the appointment of Gonzaga Higuero as CEO. The executive will bring “his valuable knowledge and experience to further consolidate the company’s leadership position in all its markets and drive the group’s growth, through the development of new businesses and its online project,” the business said in a
In an attempt to curb gambling addiction, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has announced that it will set up a voluntary betting exclusion scheme starting in August. The national self-exclusion platform, BetStop, will enable Australians to exclude themselves from all 150 licensed online gambling companies for a period from three months up to