It’s been a rumor for a long time, but the Friends Experience Las Vegas is a real thing. I mean, we know that it’s real because it toured the country. But now there are plans to make the attraction a permanent part of Las Vegas… or as permanent as anything can be in Sin City.
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Uplatform is set to attend SiGMA Eurasia 2025, to take place in Dubai, UAE, from February 23 to 25. Bringing together over 18,000 delegates, 500+ speakers, and high-level government representatives, the event offers a prime platform for networking, business growth, and industry innovation. Representing Uplatform at the event will be Maria, Senior Sales Manager. With
China has called on the Philippines to address longstanding issues within its offshore gambling industry after authorities in Manila raided an operator and arrested over 450 people, including 137 Chinese citizens. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun reaffirmed Beijing’s commitment to cracking down on gambling-related crimes and reiterated that Chinese citizens abroad must adhere to
A bill to legalize sports betting in Hawaii advanced last week, while a separate proposal to allow casinos in Honolulu was rejected by state lawmakers. The Hawaii sports betting bill (HB 1308) cleared the House Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs Committee with a 6-4 vote, following unanimous approval from the Economic Development and Technology Committee last
Macau’s Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai warned on Wednesday that the city faces mounting economic challenges, including growing regional competition in the gaming sector, an overreliance on mainland Chinese visitors, and slow progress in economic diversification. Speaking at a government-led Economic Development Council meeting, Sam acknowledged these risks but did not propose specific solutions.
Entain, one of Australia’s largest gambling operators, is experiencing a wave of executive departures as it faces legal proceedings brought by the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) over alleged breaches of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws. Lachlan Fitt, who has served as Entain Australia’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial
Gaming & Leisure Properties Inc. (GLPI) reported a total revenue of $389.6 million for the fourth quarter of 2024, marking a 5.6% increase from the same period in 2023. The real estate investment trust (REIT), which specializes in gaming-related properties, also saw net income rise to $223.6 million, up from $217.3 million in the previous year. Peter Carlino,
JCM Global (JCM) has been granted a gaming license in Nebraska after successfully passing a regulatory review by the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission. The milestone marks the company’s reception of yet another license in the US market, while bringing the total number of active gaming licenses JCM holds to 178. “The license enables JCM
Last month, the highly anticipated ICE 2025 edition marked a notable shift as the event relocated from London to Barcelona for the first time. Industry leaders and key stakeholders gathered to explore the latest innovations, forge new partnerships, and assess emerging market trends. Among the standout exhibitors was EGT, which showcased an extensive product portfolio and
The head of the National Directorate of Tax Income (DNIT), Oscar Orué, said that they are working on the regulatory decree of Law 7438, which modifies and extends Law 1016/97 on the operation of games of chance in Paraguay. In a press conference after being received by President Santiago Peña, the executive said that, regarding
In this article, iGaming industry consultant Ron Mendelson, Fast Offshore, looks into the trends that he believes will make Anjouan a leading jurisdiction for startup and established brands. For years, Anjouan flew under the radar of iGaming operators looking for licensing. However, following a revamp and streamlining of legislation, it has emerged as a key
iGaming solutions provider Slotegrator is dedicated to assisting online casino operators in responsible gambling, a social initiative that benefits both regulators and players. To better safeguard players and prevent problem gambling behavior, operators are implementing artificial intelligence tools. Responsible gaming is a set of principles that have been adopted by the gambling industry to promote
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit has dismissed the Forest County Potawatomi Community’s federal lawsuit against Waukegan, Illinois, likely ending a nearly six-year legal battle over the city’s casino license selection, the Chicago Tribune reported. The conflict began in 2019 when the Waukegan City Council submitted three candidates to the Illinois Gaming
iGaming platform provider Soft2Bet has announced its participation at the SBC Summit Rio 2025, taking place on 26-27 February at Riocentro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. As part of its showcase, the company will host an exclusive workshop focused on its casino gamification solution at Stand B960. Soft2Bet’s MEGA workshop, presented by Nicolas Campano, Sales Director LATAM,
BetMGM and Atlantic City’s Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa have announced the launch of Dual Play Baccarat, now available at BetMGM and Borgata Online Casino in New Jersey. Dual Play Baccarat, from Live Casino provider Evolution, allows players at the casino’s physical Baccarat table and online players to participate in the same game. It is
U.S. casino operator Bally’s Corporation, controlled by New York-based hedge fund Standard General, is exploring a potential investment in embattled Australian gaming group Star Entertainment, according to The Australian Financial Review. Bally’s representatives, including Chairman Soo Kim, traveled to Australia last week for meetings with Star’s management, lenders, and key shareholders. The discussions also included
SBC is enhancing its North and South America-focused event, SBC Summit Americas, debuting in Fort Lauderdale this year, with the addition of two dedicated side summits focused on affiliation and payments. Running on May 13-15 at the Broward County Convention Center, the Affiliate Leaders Summit and Payment Expert Summit will tackle key challenges in the
The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) has launched a Payment Provider Forum to help prevent financial fraud in Brazil’s growing sports betting market. Six major payment providers—Bazk, Z.ro Bank, OneKey Payments, OKTO, VPag, and Pay4Fun—have signed a Declaration of Commitment and Participation to support the initiative. With IBIA members expected to generate over 70% of Brazil’s
Aristocrat Interactive, Aristocrat’s rebranded online Real Money Gaming (RMG) division, has received certification from the Washington State Gambling Commission to roll out its OASIS system to Class III operators across the Evergreen state. Through this new jurisdiction approval, OASIS is now available to all 29 federally recognized tribal casinos in the state with a Class
iGaming solutions provider Slotegrator is heading to Dubai for SiGMA Eurasia 2025. From February 23 to 25, the company’s team members will be connecting with partners and operators seeking solutions for their online casino businesses. The Slotegrator team will be networking and sharing insights on how its solutions can help iGaming businesses. “Both established operators and newcomers