The upcoming legislative session in Alabama may not bring significant progress for a gambling and lottery package, according to State Sen. Sam Givhan (R-Huntsville). Despite recent shifts in Senate leadership and developments in the gaming industry, the proposal remains a contentious issue within the state legislature. In the final days of the 2024 session,
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The Brazilian Senate has postponed a vote on a bill to legalize land-based casinos, bingo halls, and horse race betting until 2025, citing unresolved concerns and strong opposition. Bill 2,234/2022, which also seeks to legalize the traditional lottery game “jogo do bicho,” was approved by the Chamber of Deputies’ Constitution and Justice and Citizenship
Missouri residents will soon have access to legalized sports betting following the narrow passage of a ballot measure that secured 50.05% approval in the November election. Despite facing stiff opposition, the measure succeeded thanks to record-breaking campaign funding and support from the state’s major professional sports teams. State election officials certified the results on
Online betting operator Betfair announced it has completed payment of the R$30 million (US$5 million) licensing fee required to operate in Brazil’s newly regulated sports betting and iGaming market. The payment, made on November 29, marks a significant milestone in Betfair’s journey to become one of the first companies granted a license under Brazil’s
The holding company formed to acquire IGT’s Gaming & Digital Business and Everi Holdings announced that Hector Fernandez will lead the combined enterprise as CEO. The news comes after Everi’s stockholders last month voted in favor of a merger with Apollo Funds, which also includes the expected acquisition of IGT’s Gaming and Digital business. Fernandez brings
The BMM Innovation Group (BIG) announced Thursday the launch of the BMM Testlabs Brazil Hub. This microsite, available in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, serves as a gateway to Brazil’s iGaming and sports betting market, as well as the potential future of land-based gaming. The BMM Brazil Hub is a resource for regulators, suppliers, and operators in
iGaming content provider Play’n GO has unveiled its new slot Lion Saga Odyssey. Set in the African wilderness, the release takes players on “a visually stunning quest,” guided by the Lion Spirit and his loyal pride, as they traverse the parched savannah in search of life-giving waters. According to Play’n GO, the latest addition to its
Esports solutions provider DATA.BET announced a strategic partnership with Airhead Ventures to integrate its sportsbook betting solution into Panthera Platform, Airhead’s flagship product. The collaboration aims to enhance user engagement and expand market reach with a data-driven approach tailored to the growing global esports audience. The partnership brings together DATA.BET’s odds feed, covering over
Casino Guru announced the addition of two distinguished industry professionals, Duncan Garvie and Monica Shafaq, to the panel of judges for the upcoming Casino Guru Awards 2025. The Casino Guru Awards 2025, now in their third edition, celebrate excellence, transparency, and social responsibility in the iGaming industry. “With Garvie and Shafaq joining the judging panel,
The Grand Island casino in Nebraska has seen an influx of customers since it launched The Elite Sportsbook last year. General Manager Vince Fiala noted that Nebraska football’s matchup against Iowa marked the first time that customers could bet on high-stakes games. Speaking to KSNB, Fiala said he saw lots of bets that night. “There were
The Gaming StartUp Challenge 6.0, held during the second day of the BEGE Expo 2024, concluded with FightScout being crowned the winner of this year’s competition. The event, hosted at the Inter Expo Center in Sofia, brought together four startups competing to showcase their most innovative ideas. Competing alongside Ubitrack, Roni Games, and 2Play1, FightScout impressed the jury with its platform designed
Rainbow Casino, a gambling venue in Bristol’s city center, ceased operations abruptly on Tuesday, December 3, leaving patrons and staff in shock. A notice posted outside the premises confirmed the closure: “Dear customers, we regret to inform you that Rainbow Casino is ceasing operations on Tuesday at midnight.” The announcement ended weeks of speculation,
Lawmakers in Kansas and Missouri are pushing for legislation to ban smoking in state-owned casinos starting in 2025, citing public health concerns and the growing momentum of smoke-free workplace policies. The proposed measures, backed by advocacy group Casino Employees Against Smoking Effects (CEASE), would exempt tribal casinos, including Kansas City’s 7th Street Casino, due to
The CEO of Gaming & Technology Events (GAT), José Aníbal Aguirre, and the President of the Association of Permit Holders, Operators and Suppliers of the Entertainment and Gambling Industry in Mexico (AIEJA), Miguel Ángel Ochoa, confirmed that GAT Expo Mexico 2025 will be held on August 20 and 21, 2025, in the Mexican capital. Both
The Australian online casino market is thriving, offering immense opportunities for brands that truly understand player needs. CasinoInfinity and Neospin have emerged as standout performers, delivering exceptional results and building loyal player bases. In this article, Alpha Affiliates dives into what makes these brands successful and how their achievements resonate in this competitive market. Steady
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The Clark County Commission gave Wednesday unanimous approval to several use permits for the construction of a new resort and arena located on the north Strip that would replace the failed All Net Resort project. The 752-foot, 2,605-unit hotel and condominium project spans three high-rise towers and comes with an 18,000-seat NBA-ready arena. Commissioners green-lighted
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) announced that Brant Dunshea will take over as interim CEO starting January 1, 2025, following the departure of Julie Harrington, who steps down after four years in the role. Dunshea, who has served as the BHA’s Chief Regulatory Officer since 2018, will lead the organization temporarily while a search
The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians (GTB) has announced the opening of a new gaming facility on its trust land in Benzie County. The facility is expected to create new employment opportunities and stimulate economic growth for the tribe and the local community. The Tribe’s Benzie County land is one of the
The Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM) has announced the latest results for its Index, encompassing the month of November, which show an increase of 126.17 points to 1,644.36 points, or by 8.3%, as compared to the prior month. Compared to one year ago, the index was up 555.36 points, or 51%. The AGEM Index