Planning Board members on Wednesday conditionally approved a site plan to build a large-scale Live! Casino in Salem, New Hampshire. To be located at The Mall of Rockingham Park, the project will be located in the former Lord & Taylor department store on the southern side of the mall, which has been mostly vacant since
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Iowa’s 19 statewide casinos reported a slight decrease in attendance and revenue for the second consecutive year, according to state gaming data. However, legal sports betting hit a new record in fiscal 2024. Combined, that translates into bettors wagering over $11.8 million a day on average at state-licensed casinos and sportsbooks. Statewide casino revenue dipped
Online gaming provider Wazdan has announced the second drop of its €6,000,000 ($6.3 million) Mystery Drop Network Promotion, in time for the Christmas season. “Running from the 29th of November to the 29th of December, Xmas Drop will be seamlessly integrated across the entirety of Wazdan’s captivating slot portfolio, incorporating a jolly festive theme as
The Members of the European Parliament approved the European Commission for the period 2024 – 2029 last week, with the term beginning last Sunday (December 1). The “von der Leyen II” Commission’s agenda includes strengthening Europe’s competitiveness, advancing digital sovereignty and promoting sustainability. All these areas are of particular relevance to the lottery sector, according
A total of 240 Chinese citizens suspected of involvement in cross-border gambling and fraud have been repatriated from Cambodia as a result of law enforcement cooperation between both countries, Chinese authorities said. Three chartered flights carrying the suspects on Thursday landed at an airport in Taiyuan, north China’s Shanxi Province, according to a statement from
Bulgarian gaming manufacturer EGT has completed a large-scale installation at Caesars Casino in Kinshasa, Congo, in partnership with operator Gaming IQ. The installation marks the largest deployment by EGT in the country to date. Guests at Caesars Casino can now enjoy a selection of slot cabinets, including EGT’s Premier Series models such as the P
Macau’s gaming sector saw a robust recovery in November as gross gaming revenues (GGR) surged 14.9% year-on-year to MOP18.44 billion ($2.3 billion), driven by relaxed travel policies and increasing visitor arrivals. The latest figures from the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau bring the 2024 year-to-date total to MOP208.58 billion, just MOP1.42 billion shy of the
Resorts World Las Vegas (RWLV), Genting Berhad’s US flagship casino property, reported its weakest quarterly performance in two years during the third quarter of 2024. Revenue dropped to $177 million, a notable decline from $218 million in the previous quarter, while EBITDA shrank to $16 million from $50 million. The downturn was attributed to multiple factors,
Merkur has announced a series of leadership changes, as part of a generational reshuffle at the top of the group. Three key appointments to the company’s Management Board come as long-serving members transition to new roles or retire from the group. Dominik Raasch, Head of Sales and Management Spokesman, adp Merkur; Meik Sellenriek, Chief Financial
Star Entertainment is facing financial and operational challenges, as daily gambling revenue at its Sydney casino plummeted by 15.5% in the wake of cash gambling restrictions. The decline in revenue follows the introduction of carded play requirements and AUD5,000 ($325,600) cash limits in select areas in August, which expanded to the entire gaming floor in
We monitor all the gossip channels associated with Las Vegas. And lately, the buzz about Señor Frog’s closing down soon peaked our interest. And while we admit this is just a rumor, it’s one that has some legs. Especially since the one spreading the rumor has proven pretty reliable over the years. Heck, they have
As the end of a three-year transitional period under Macau’s revised gaming law draws closer, the government has yet to initiate discussions with casino operators about the future of the gambling hub’s satellite casinos. With just 13 months remaining before the transitional grace period expires, there are concerns about how the revised framework will impact
Virginia’s sports betting market reached new heights in October, with total wagers hitting $696.1 million, the highest monthly handle since the state legalized the activity. The figure represents a 21.8% increase compared to October 2023’s $571.4 million and a 6.6% rise from the previous record of $652.9 million set in January 2024. October’s handle also surpassed
U.S. private equity giant Blackstone plans to list shares of Cirsa, a Spanish gaming company, on the Madrid stock exchange in the first half of 2025, aiming to raise between €700 million and €1 billion ($732 million to $1.1 billion), according to Spanish newspaper Expansión. The listing is expected to involve 20-25% of Cirsa’s shares,
Coljuegos, Colombia’s gambling regulator, established guidelines on responsible gambling so that land-based and online operators at a national level implement programs to prevent problem gambling and “provide support to those who face problems related to the loss of control when gambling.” Said guidelines were established in Resolution 22,654 of 2024 and within the framework of the
B2B iGaming solutions provider Slotegrator has released part 1 of its iGaming Trends 2025 report, offering a comprehensive look at the trends set to define the industry in the coming year. The report highlights innovative strategies and technologies that operators and providers can leverage to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving iGaming landscape. The report highlights
The president of Anatel (National Telecommunications Agency), Carlos Baigorri, has proposed adjustments to the legislation that regulates bookmakers in Brazil to the Bets Parliamentary Inquiry Commission (CPI). Members of the CPI summoned Baigorri to provide clarification. Authorities have not yet set a date for the deposition, but expect it to take place next week. The
Brazilian sports betting operator EstrelaBet has achieved another important approval in the country’s ongoing licensing process for bookmakers, ahead of the planned launch of a regulated market in January. The Prizes and Betting Secretariat of the Ministry of Treasury (SPA) confirmed that the company complied with all the requirements stipulated in Ordinance No.827, and other current legal
Caesars Palace opened their brand new High Limit Slots Room this past week on Saturday, November 16th. VIP casino guests were some of the first to players given access to the new and exclusive experience, and they were treated to signature dishes from Restaurant Guy Savoy. The new space was built from top to bottom
iGaming solutions provider SOFTSWISS has announced the integration of its Jackpot Aggregator RedStar Casino. The partnership, driven by the integration capabilities of SOFTSWISS’ products with third-party casino platforms, helps solidify the versatility of the Jackpot Aggregator as a player engagement solution. Previously, the SOFTSWISS Jackpot Aggregator team primarily worked with clients using the SOFTSWISS Casino Platform