The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued a cease-and-desist order against BetNow.eu Sportsbook, Casino, and Racebook (BetNow) for operating illegally within the state. The offshore website offers a variety of casino games, including slots, poker, and live dealer options such as blackjack, roulette, and craps, along with sports betting and horse race wagering. “This unlicensed operator
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The Indian Gaming Association’s 40th annual Tradeshow & Convention will be held from March 31 to April 3, 2025, in San Diego, featuring sessions on sports betting, iGaming, tribal sovereignty, and economic sustainability. Marking its 40th edition, the event—dubbed “The Future of Indian Gaming: The Next Chapter”—will serve as a key platform for education, strategy,
Australian gambling law and regulation conference Regulating the Game is two weeks away, with anticipation building as the event gears up to deliver insights and discussions on the future of gambling regulation. From March 10–13, 2025, at the Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour, this year’s conference is set to be “an unmissable platform for international collaboration and
Hours away from the start of a new edition of SBC Summit Rio, organizers expect to welcome over 15,000 attendees to the Riocentro convention center, a 275% increase over the 2024 edition. From February 25-27, the event will bring together key representatives from global and regional operators, along with affiliates and influencers, a multitude of
Hong Kong is considering legalizing basketball betting to tap into an estimated HK$52.5 billion ($6.7 billion) market, as the government seeks to ease a fiscal deficit nearing HK$100 billion ($12.9 billion), a source familiar with the discussions told South China Morning Post. The proposal, which could allow the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) to expand
Codere Online has announced its financial results for 2024, reporting a total net gaming revenue of €211.6 million ($221.56 million), a 23% increase compared to the previous year. The company also posted adjusted EBITDA of €6.4 million ($6.7 million), marking an 18.1% improvement year-over-year. CEO Aviv Sher highlighted the company’s strong performance, particularly in Spain and Mexico, which remain its core
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska has officially opened its expanded Prairie Flower Casino in Carter Lake, Iowa. The revamped facility boasts a seven-fold increase in square footage, tripling the number of gaming positions, and featuring Las Vegas-style electronic table games. Additionally, the property introduces a new sportsbook. Unlike casinos based in neighboring Nebraska, Prairie Flower Casino’s sportsbook can
Foxwoods Resort Casino has reported a slot revenue of $26.8 million for the month of January 2025. This resulted in a $6.7 million direct payment to the State of Connecticut in accordance with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation’s long-standing slot revenue contribution agreement. Since 1993, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation has directly deposited over $4.7 billion
The John Wick Experience will soon open in Las Vegas at AREA15, and they are selling tickets for an opening date on February 28th. Guests can immerse themselves in the thrilling world of John Wick, and this will not be just any visit. It’s your initiation into a perilous and gripping universe where loyalties are
Online gaming and betting operator TonyBet has updated its customer support policies for Dutch players after an inquiry from the Netherlands’ gambling authority, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA). The regulatory body intervened upon discovering that TonyBet lacked a 24-hour customer service telephone line with Dutch-language support, a mandatory requirement under local regulations. The issue was initially flagged
Missouri’s plan to launch legal sports betting this summer has been delayed after Secretary of State Denny Hoskins rejected an emergency rulemaking request filed by the Missouri Gaming Commission (MGC). The decision, announced on February 21, means that regulators must follow the standard rulemaking process, effectively pushing the anticipated June launch to late summer or
Las Vegas’ Palms Casino Resort has upgraded all its blackjack tables to a 3:2 payout, reversing a trend that favors the house. The change, which went effective on Valentine’s Day, applies to the main floor and high-limit areas, Las Vegas Review-Journal reported. Previously, Palms had a mix of 3:2 and 6:5 tables, the latter a common
AIBC Eurasia 2025’s landmark fifth event kicked off yesterday, Sunday at the Festival Arena in Dubai. The day brought together top industry leaders and innovators in fintech, emerging tech, and regulatory compliance. The AIBC Eurasia summit will run until Tuesday, February 25. Among the guests invited by entrepreneur and businesswoman Sara Al Madani were influential figures
The historic El Cortez Hotel & Casino in downtown Las Vegas celebrated the completion of a $20 million expansion project and reopening of the casino on Thursday, unveiling new gaming, dining, and entertainment spaces. The 10,000-square-foot expansion introduces two new bars, Showbar and Roulette Bar, a high-limit slots area, an expanded table games section, and
iGaming content supplier Pragmatic Play has released John Hunter and Galileo’s Secrets, the latest addition to its popular John Hunter series. The title combines mystery symbols with money respins to deliver 5,000x win potential. The 5×3 grid is filled with telescopes, globes, and maps in the game, where mystery symbols can cover entire reels, transforming
iGaming software provider SOFTSWISS has announced its participation at SiGMA Africa, which will take place in Cape Town on 10 – 12 March. The company is bringing its ‘Grab Success’ creative concept to the expo, visually adapted specifically for the African market, “celebrating the continent’s rich heritage and the company’s commitment to empowering operators with the
iGaming solutions provider BetConstruct is presenting The Last Battle Universe, billed as “the industry’s first-ever” B2B loyalty system. “This pioneering initiative is designed to foster collaboration, strengthen long-term partnerships, and provide tangible benefits within the BetConstruct ecosystem,” according to the company. As per a press release, The Last Battle Universe offers a structured, transparent, and rewarding
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has promoted Zachary Kastelic to Vice President of Legal. Kastelic, who previously served as Associate General Counsel at GLI, will now oversee the company’s legal department, managing contracts, due diligence, litigation, and corporate matters. “Compliance is our primary responsibility to the global gaming industry, and our legal team, alongside our compliance
The highly anticipated inaugural edition of ICE Barcelona provided an important opportunity for Imagine Live to showcase its latest innovations. As a leading provider in the live casino industry, the company impressed attendees with its innovative technology and immersive gaming experiences. Among the highlights was an immersive cube, which offered visitors a unique way to explore
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