Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has expressed strong support for the legalization of casino resorts in Thailand, marking a significant endorsement for the gambling industry under the new leadership of his daughter, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Thailand’s newly appointed Prime Minister. This development follows the recent political shift after the ousting of former leader Srettha Thavisin. Economic vision and casino
Tabcorp, Australia’s largest gambling entity, has been penalized with a record $4.6 million fine and ordered to significantly reform its operations. This decision comes after the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission discovered multiple regulatory breaches over a period spanning from August 2020 to February 2023. Systematic failures and customer harm: Fran Thorn, Chair of the Commission, detailed that Tabcorp
As the popularity of sweepstakes-based wagering models continues to surge, the American Gaming Association (AGA) has sounded the alarm on the potential risks these platforms pose to consumers and the legal gaming industry. In a recently released policy statement, the AGA emphasized the need for increased regulatory oversight to prevent sweepstakes casinos from circumventing state
In a significant development for the gaming industry in Thailand, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has confirmed his support for the legalization of casinos. This endorsement from Thaksin, the influential father of Thailand’s newly appointed Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, is seen as a strong indication of the government’s direction towards legalizing casino resorts. Thaksin’s backing
The key deadline to apply for a federal license to operate fixed odds betting and online games in Brazil ended on Tuesday, August 20, with the Ministry of Finance’s Betting Management System (SIGAP) registering 113 applications for accreditation. In the last 24 hours before the deadline, 52 companies – among them Caixa Loterias – submitted
Betr on Thursday announced that it has acquired a license to Huddle Tech’s gaming technology, allowing Betr to utilize and build upon the IP to power its sports gaming platform, bolstering its content and technology capabilities. The license allows Betr to fully leverage Huddle Tech’s technology stack, which includes odds-making, risk and trading tooling, and
iGaming solutions provider SOFTSWISS is set to celebrate its 15th anniversary with an exclusive Hollywood-themed party. The event, described as “a spectacular evening of Hollywood luxury and glamour,” will serve as the culmination of a year-long series of anniversary celebrations. The party will take place on 24 September in Lisbon, the new home of the
Atlantic City’s casinos and two online-only gambling entities have seen a slight dip in earnings for the second quarter of 2024, as reported by New Jersey’s gambling regulators. The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement revealed that the combined gross operating profit for these establishments reached $178.4 million during this period, a 1.3% decline compared to
International gambling group Evoke has announced the acquisition of Romanian operator Winner.ro through its purchase of parent company New Gambling Solutions S.R.L. (NGS) for €10 million ($11.1 million). The transaction grants Evoke a 51% stake in NGS, with an option to increase ownership to 100% after three years. The acquisition makes Romania Evoke’s fifth core
Aug 23, 2024 8 min read The PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) is celebrating its 20th anniversary at the upcoming EPT Barcelona stop. Since its inception, the EPT has awarded over €575 million in prize money while visiting 24 cities in 19 countries. Fittingly, the EPT celebrates its 20th birthday at the venue that kicked
Legal advice for gambling sites is an essential element for any operation wishing to operate safely and legally in the competitive gambling market. The Control F5 Gaming and Betting Industry Solutions Center offers specialized legal advice to help companies navigate the complexities of regulation in emerging Brazilian and international markets. Compliance and adherence to all
Sports data solutions provider FeedConstruct announced a new partnership with the Malta Premier League, enhancing its European football data portfolio with coverage of all matches starting from the upcoming MPL 2024/25 season. The Malta Premier League will introduce a fresh format featuring 12 clubs competing in an Opening Round and Closing Round, with potential playoffs depending
California’s Jamul Casino has appointed Rocio Zorrilla as Hotel Director of the 16-story tower set to open Spring of 2025. Bringing over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, she will lead Jamul’s group of team members through opening and beyond, including day-to-day operations. As the first senior role hired for the all-new hotel,
Most gamblers to Macau have managed to visit local casinos with funds obtained in legitimate ways despite a widely reported crackdown on unlicensed money touts, Citigroup analysts said. In their latest note on Macau gaming, analysts George Choi and Ryan Cheung wrote that the observed premium mass betting had risen not only year on year
iGaming content provider Play’n GO has launched its latest online slot, Ankh of Anubis Awakening, a 5-reel sequel that transports players to a futuristic Egypt where Anubis, the God of the Underworld, returns with enhanced powers. The game offers an immersive adventure along the Nile River in a high-tech Egyptian landscape, with Anubis leading the way,
Aug 23, 2024 4 min read It’s Day 1b of the WPT Prime Cyprus Main Event, and after speaking with Matt Savage yesterday about how WPT Prime allows players to combine poker with the opportunity to travel the world, we found one player doing precisely that. Italian Priamo Carta notched the biggest result of his
Politicial figures who bet on election date will not face police charges, Met says Police say Gambling Commission still looking into potential offences under Gambling Act Police will not pursue any charges of misconduct in public office against political figures who potentially used inside information to bet on the general election debate, they have announced.
What is a VIP Casino Host? Hosts are employed by casinos, but their role is misunderstood by a lot of players. While the VIP casino host is working on behalf of the property, they also act as something of an employee for high roller players who are spending a lot of money on games. Hosts
Aug 23, 2024 3 min read With a lofty $1,000,000 guarantee, the WPT Prime Cyprus Main Event was always going to attract a healthy field. The $1,100 buy-in tournament is the first on the island, as the tour continues to expand to new destinations, offering the same World Poker Tour experience, regardless of buy-in. The
Aug 23, 2024 4 min read Hustler Casino Live’s Thursday night stream wasn’t an ordinary non-Friday poker game. Two pots cracked $500,000 during the six-hour session, one involving a player who hit quads and earned maximum value. The $200/$400 ($400 big blind ante) no-limit hold’em cash game featured some familiar faces to those who watch