Saturday, March 31, 2018

Casino News Today
New game from iSoftBet: Stacks O’ Gold slot

iSoftBet, casino content provider is pleased to announce the availability of its new game: Stacks O’ Gold slot.  The latest entry in a portfolio of popular video slots, Stacks O’ Gold was released to coincide with St. Patrick’s Day celebrations around the world. Stacks O’ Gold slot will stand out among other seasonal slots with its dynamic gameplay mechanics and ...

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Casino City Times
DraftKings issues statement regarding possible partnership with a New Jersey casino
The daily fantasy sports giant says it is "perfectly positioned to succeed" in a legal sports betting market as the possibility of a regulated sports wagering market in New Jersey looms.
Casino City Times
Golden Nugget casino launches $100,000 nationwide giveaway
Atlantic City players can win comp dollars at over 600 of the nation's top restaurants.

Friday, March 30, 2018

Las Vegas Sun Stories: Gaming
DraftKings seeking casino partners for sports betting
DraftKings says it has contacted potential casino partners in New Jersey with an eye to offering sports betting if the U.S. Supreme Court legalizes it. The Supreme Court is considering the state's challenge to a law limiting sports betting to just four states. A ruling could come as ...
Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Shareholders of Pinnacle OK merger with Penn National

Shareholders of Las Vegas-based Pinnacle Entertainment Inc. on Thursday overwhelmingly approved a proposal for the company’s merger with Penn National Gaming Inc.

Las Vegas Sun Stories: Gaming
The top 10 largest U.S. jackpots
Players will have a chance at a $502 million jackpot in Friday night's Mega Millions lottery drawing, making the prize the 10th largest prize in the nation. Here is a look at ...
Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Bars selling less alcohol, speakers say at Las Vegas trade show

Bars and restaurants in the U.S. are selling less alcohol as a new generation comes of drinking age and third party services deliver beer, wine and liquor to the home.

Thursday, March 29, 2018

Casino City Times
Penn National shareholders approve Pinnacle acquisition
The company's shareholders voted to approve its proposal to issue shares of Penn common stock to stockholders of Pinnacle Entertainment.
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Cambodia’s Siem Reap Enters Foreign Trade Partnership with Gambling Hub Macau

Cambodia is a country which is taking its gambling field seriously and putting a lot of effort into developing it. With the help of attracting new players and visitors to its gambling facilities, the country is striving to boost the local economy. In a recent statement, it was confirmed that the ancient province of Siem […]

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Gambling Insider
Big Fish Gaming loses court appeal in Washington
Social gaming developer Big Fish Games’s Big Fish Casino has fallen foul of Federal appeals court justices in Washington State, who have ruled that the social casino constitutes illegal online gambling

Wednesday, March 28, 2018

Casino City Times
This Week in Gambling: Blurring the line between land-based and online gambling
There's always been a line between online gambling and land-based casinos in the U.S. This week, J. Todd examines how that line is becoming more blurred as U.S. land-based gaming companies move online.
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South Korea’s MegaLuck Casino Marks Gambling Operation Deficit amid Chinese Tourists Ban

The gambling field in South Korea is one of the more developing in the region as almost all of its casino properties with the exception of one gambling facility focus on foreign tourists only. Jeju Island is the home of MegaLuck Casino which recently issued its revenue report for the year 2017 and as it […]

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Casino City Times
Golden Nugget offers live dealer casino floor roulette
Online patrons at GoldenNugget.com can now play roulette from anywhere in New Jersey via desktop or smartphone.
Casino City Times
Boyd Gaming welcomes Easter with property specials
At properties across southern Nevada, guests can enjoy a selection of Easter brunch specials on 1 April.

Tuesday, March 27, 2018

Casino News Today
Digitain deals with YourBet

Multi-channel sports betting Digitain deals with YourBet, leading CIS, a part of the powerful eGamings family which specializes in iGaming solutions, ahead of this summer’s World Cup in Russia. Since Digitain deals with YourBet, the prominent supplier has extended its influence across eastern Europe, Asia and Africa in recent months with its fully-managed sportsbook platform, which offers odds on 65 ...

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Gambling Insider
Play Fair Code strengthen ties with sportradar
The Austrian Play Fair Code (PFC) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Sportradar, the sports integrity solutions company
Gambling Insider
GVC Ladbrokes Coral deal clears final hurdle in High Court
The multi-billion pound takeover of Ladbrokes Coral by global gaming firm GVC Holdings cleared its final potential obstacle late last night when the UK High Court approved the deal
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Macau’s Gambling Regulator Considers Galaxy’s Wynn Resorts Shares Purchase Legal

The recent exit of former Chief Executive Officer Steve Wynn from his own company Wynn Resorts caused a rapid wave of reactions and consequent moves of other gambling operators in the field. It has been officially confirmed that the Galaxy Entertainment’s decision to purchase 5.3 million primary shares in the company does not go against […]

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Monday, March 26, 2018

Casino City Times
Top 10 reasons to visit The Hippodrome Casino in London
Besides being a cozy, atmospheric casino, The Hippodrome offers neat features such as a smoking terrace and stellar bar selection in addition to its impressive casino floor.
Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Casino, pot business slow to adopt bitcoin in Nevada

Cryptocurrency promises benefits for marijuana and gaming, but state regulators have yet to create rules to address its use in those businesses.

Sunday, March 25, 2018

Casino News Today
Poker Night in America App Receives an Update to Mark Launch of New Season

KamaGames, the largest European mobile social poker operator, and Rush Street productions, today announced details of the massive update to the hugely popular Poker Night in America app. As well as a number of enhancements, the new update, to mark the launch of Poker Night LIVE, the new live/celebrity version of the hit show Poker Night in America, will also ...

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Las Vegas Sun Stories: Gaming
To enliven casino floor, Orleans puts virtual reality games to the test
Not only is the Virtual Zone Boyd Gaming's first foray into the virtual world, it also marks the first VR installation on a casino floor for IGT. The addition is aimed at drawing those who otherwise wouldn’t step foot in ...
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Prague Gaming Summit Second Edition to Commence on 29th March

The last days of March are going to give the official start of Prague Gaming Summit 2018 which is one of the pivotal events in the gaming industry and on the radar of more and more businesses in the field. For the second consecutive year, this summit will take place in Prague, the Czech Republic […]

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Magnet Gaming deals with Nektan to go live in Gibraltar

A popular slots provider, Magnet Gaming deals with Nektan, an international B2B and white label gaming software and services provider to go live in Gibraltar. Due to the fact that Magnet Gaming deals with Nektan, Magnet Gaming gets access to all available online casinos operating under a Gibraltar license. The deal corresponds with the company’s expansion plans. Magnet Gaming’s full ...

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Saturday, March 24, 2018

Gambling Insider
Pyrrhic victory for leagues in Kansas sports betting bill
Calls by the NBA and Major League Baseball for an integrity fee to be paid in any legalisation of sports betting by states haven’t fallen on deaf ears in Kansas
Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Bitcoin’s origins have roots in dark web

The birth of bitcoin is shrouded in mystery. Its history is filled with controversy.

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Macau Witnesses Record Surge of Visitor Arrivals in February

This February brought a positive change to the region of Macau when it comes to the rates of visitors interest demonstrated, as it was recently confirmed by reports on the arrivals over the span of last month. According to the information issued by the Macau Statistics and Census Service on Friday the month of February […]

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Casino City Times
Another Massive Cash Jackpot won at Table Mountain Casino
Just a week after a player won $114,177, a guest by the name of Sam took home $68,057.71 on a Triple Double Stars machine.

Friday, March 23, 2018

Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Galaxy’s shares in Wynn Resorts may expand resort’s future in Macau

The Chinese gaming operator will stave off other potential unsolicited suitors while giving the company a key local ally in talks with Macau regulators.

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NBA to Explore eSports Field with 2K League this May

The world has been fascinated by the field of eSports for quite some time now and competitive gaming has a lot on offer for both gaming and betting enthusiasts. One of the most well-known American professional sports organizations, the National Basketball Association recently made it clear that it is going to work towards exploring the […]

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Prague Gaming Summit 2018 announces PLANZER LAW and BtoBet as sponsors

 The team at European Gaming are honored to announce the support of PLANZER LAW as Networking Break & Lunch Sponsor and the support of BtoBet as Digital Sponsor for the second edition of Prague Gaming Summit which will be held at Andel’s by Vienna House Prague on the 29th of March. 30 experts speakers will be sharing information about legal ...

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Gambling Insider
Wynn reduces stake in Wynn Resorts
Embattled former Wynn Resorts CEO and founder Steve Wynn, who was forced to resign from his role as the companies CEO last month amid sexual misconduct allegations has lowered his shareholding in the casino resort developer

Thursday, March 22, 2018

Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Reno businessman plans $100M investment to revitalize SLS

Alex Meruelo will invest up to $100 million to revitalize the SLS Las Vegas after the Nevada Gaming Commission approved his acquisition Thursday of the struggling Strip property.

Casino City Times
Live! Casino names Brian Coughlin General Manager of hotel
Coughlin will take charge of the Maryland casino's flagship Live! Hotel, projected to open in spring 2018.
Casino City Times
Pariplay debuts Wild Cherry online slot
This game puts a spin on classic fruit machine games, offering stylized graphics alongside five different bonus features.

Wednesday, March 21, 2018

CasinoGamesPro.com
Senate Judiciary B Committee Greenlights Two Louisiana Gambling Expansion Bills

Yesterday, the Senate Judiciary B Committee of Louisiana gave the green light to two riverboat casino measures. The first one would permit riverboat casinos to offer their operations onto land and would give them more space for their slot machines, while the other measure would allow a referendum to be held in regards to riverboat […]

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Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Steve Wynn to sell shares of Wynn Resorts

Steve Wynn has notified Wynn Resorts that he plans to sell his shares, potentially pre-empting a decision by regulators in Massachusetts and Nevada to force him to do so.

Casino City Times
Online lottery wagers to reach $76 billion by 2022
A study from Juniper Research says that the proliferation of mobile offerings and the opening of markets will cause the increase.
Casino News Today
Scientific Games wins a five-year lottery contract from Lotto Rheinland-Pfalz GmbH

Scientific Games Corporation announced that they have won a new, five-year contract from Lotto Rheinland-Pfalz GmbH to supply lottery instant games and its Cooperative Services Program (CSP) for instant game management in the southwest German state of four million residents. Lotto Rheinland-Pfalz and Scientific Games have increased the Lottery’s instant product sales almost 382% since the Cooperative Services Program was ...

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Tuesday, March 20, 2018

Casino City Times
Black Oak Casino introduces concert series
Beginning 25 May and running through October, the concert series will help bolster the casino's image as a premier entertainment destination.
Las Vegas Sun Stories: Gaming
Leagues, casinos lobby states for cut of legal sports bets
With the Supreme Court poised to rule on a case that could end the federal ban on sports gambling, more than a third of U.S. states are considering legislation to get in on the action, and professional leagues and casino interests are lobbying against ...
Casino News Today
iSoftBet deals with 1X2gaming to add additional firepower to GAP

Games from Iron Dog Studio, 1X2gaming and Leap Gaming will be available through iSoftBet’s Game Aggregation Platform as iSoftBet deals with 1X2gaming. Leading online and mobile casino content provider, iSoftBet deals with 1X2gaming and has added additional firepower to its impressive Game Aggregation Platform (GAP) by integrating games for 1X2 Network’s flagship development studios. As iSoftBet deals with 1X2gaming, the ...

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Monday, March 19, 2018

Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Revenue from Las Vegas room taxes surges in January

Revenue from room-tax collections have reversed a three-month downward trend producing the second-highest monthly level since collections began in March 2017.

Gambling Insider
Wynn is given the go-ahead to dispose of shares
A regulatory filing posted late last week detailed that Steve Wynn is now free to sell all, or a portion of his stake in the company
Casino News Today
Betsoft Gaming deals with PlayFortuna – European Content Partnership

Betsoft Gaming deals with PlayFortuna, a multinational operator, to strengthen its position in Europe, providing a suite of fully-licensed slot games to PlayFortuna. As Betsoft Gaming deals with PlayFortuna and under the terms of the agreement, PlayFortuna will integrate a wide range of Betsoft’s cross-platform content – all compliant with the relevant regulatory standards – that includes sought-after games from ...

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Sunday, March 18, 2018

Casino City Times
Hooters Casino opens the Strip's first Steak 'n Shake
The diner-style restaurant also serves as the largest Steak 'n Shake location in the world, seating more than 200 guests.
Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Players paid in ‘bad beat jackpot’ dispute, but promotion ends

The nearly 90 people who thought they had won money in Station Casinos’ “bad beat jackpot” poker promotion had to wait more than nine months to cash in.

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Maltco Lotteries Invests €400,000 in Points of Sale Upgrade across Malta

Maltco Lotteries is the company which oversees the operation of the Maltese National Lottery and Additional Games and as it could be easily seen, the year of 2018 has been a busy one for it when it comes to partnerships and exploration of new opportunities for development. The latest joint project which was announced this […]

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Saturday, March 17, 2018

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Dragon Coin High Roller Token Sale to Generate $400 Million for Floating Casino

Dragon Coin is already well-known in the gambling industry as one of the largest token sales in the field and as it has been confirmed it officially came to an end this Friday. The public sale of tokens commenced on 15th February, giving investors and cryptocurrency enthusiasts enough time to bag some of the tokens, […]

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Las Vegas Sun Stories: Gaming
Former Carson City casino could become retail, housing space
The owners of a former hotel and casino in downtown Carson City say potential buyers could convert the property into retail and housing space. The Nevada Appeal reports the owners of the Ormsby House on Thursday withdrew their ...
Gambling Insider
XLMedia posts record-breaking results for 2017
In an update to investors, XLMedia has published its full-year 2017 financial results, posting another record-breaking set of figures
Casino News Today
Playtech deals with Totalizator Sportowy to open online casino in Poland

The world’s leading Omni-channel gaming software, systems and services supplier, Playtech deals with Totalizator Sportowy, the Polish national lottery provider, to supply its industry-leading online casino platform, games portfolio and services. Playtech deals with Totalizator Sportowy following a successful public tender process. Under the newly signed agreement, Playtech was awarded the exclusive contract with the 60-year-old state owned operator. Totalizator ...

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Friday, March 16, 2018

Casino City Times
GiGse Launchpad invites startups from Latin America
The competition is seeking Latin and South American startups following GiGse's co-location with Juegos Miami.
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Casino Tycoon Steve Wynn Receives Permission to Sell His Wynn Resort Shares

The developments around Wynn Resorts and its former Chief Executive Officer Steve Wynn continue with full throttle and this Thursday brought the recent news which directly affects his ex-wife, Ms. Elaine Wynn. According to the information, the final decision of Clark County District Court effectively invalidates a previous agreement between the two of them. This […]

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Casino City Times
Flamingo Las Vegas GO Pool announces entertainment lineup
The summer schedule features DJ sets from Taboo of the Black Eyed Peas and tunes from singer/songwriter Austin Mahone.

Thursday, March 15, 2018

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The Stars Group Readies for Russia’s New Online Gambling Regulation

The online gambling industry is constantly going through ups and downs, as various jurisdictions have to make adjustments to their existing rules and adopt the new additions. One such example is the online realm of Russia and the future of the entities operating within its online gambling sector. While the future operation of The Stars […]

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Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Las Vegas conference focus turns from cheaters to active shooters

The focus at the World Game Protection Conference in Las Vegas turned from cheaters to the active shooters this year following deadly incidents in the Philippines, Chile and Las Vegas.

Gambling Insider
Google to ban cryptocurrency advertising
In a move which is sure to provoke controversy, web giant Google has announced that advertising of cryptocurrencies will be banned on its platforms from June 2018
Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
MGM Resorts adds fourth woman to board of directors

MGM Resorts International appointed travel industry executive Jan Swartz to its board of directors amid growing scrutiny about board diversity in the United States.

Wednesday, March 14, 2018

Casino City Times
Mohegan Sun ranks as No. 12 national destination
The U.S. News & World Report announced the Connecticut casino as the No. 2 destination for hotels in the state and No. 12 globally in the Best Preferred Lifestyle Collection Hotels category.
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iGaming Asia Congress 2018 Brings Blockchain and Gambling Together

This Tuesday saw the official start of the long-anticipated iGaming Asia Congress which aims to provide entities from the iGaming world with the opportunity to network and establish partnerships with peer companies in the field. The Congress is set to have its last day on 15th March. Blockchain technology was also one of the leading […]

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Tuesday, March 13, 2018

Casino News Today
From Conversion to Retention panel discussion at Prague Gaming Summit 2018

The From Conversion to Retention – how do you make a successful gaming operation profit panel discussion will include the experts of conversion and retention and will focus on key strategies you can implement in your business in order to retain your new customers. The organizers  of From Conversion to Retention discussion are gearing up for a sold out event ...

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Nepal Casino Resort Tiger Palace Bhairahawa Officially Launches this Week

Nepal is bracing itself for the official launch of a brand new casino location which is going to take place on 16 March and it is going to go by the name of Tiger Palace Resort Bhairahawa. The casino resort is located near Nepal’s border with the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh and according to […]

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Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Wynn Resorts drops all claims against co-founder Okada

Wynn Resorts has dropped all claims against co-founder Kazuo Okada as new Chief Executive Officer Matt Maddox seeks to end a six-year lawsuit and focus his energy on company operations.

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March Madness to Draw $10 Billion in Mostly Illegal Sports Bets

March Madness is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated sports events in the United States and this Tuesday is going to see the official start of the matches providing riveting experience to both players and sports enthusiasts from around the world. This is usually a time when a lot of betting is taking place as […]

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Monday, March 12, 2018

Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Group says most of $10B bet on March Madness will be illegal

The American Gaming Association believes $10 billion will be bet on the NCAA “March Madness” basketball tournament that begins this week and only 3 percent of that will be wagered legally.

Casino City Times
Gaming Laboratories International names Senior Client Services Representative
Blaine Preston will deliver customer service to key gaming and lottery clients, calling on more than 15 years of professional experience.
Casino News Today
Zitro debuted in Fadja Colombia

Zitro debuted in Fadja Colombia and will be present for the first time at the “Feria Americana de Juegos de Azar” (FADJA), which celebrates it’s 20 years in this edition on April 5 and 6 in Bogotá, Colombia. Alejandra Burato, sales manager for Latin America says: Apart from the fact that Zitro debuted in Fadja Colombia, the company will show ...

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Sunday, March 11, 2018

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Lottery Supplier IGT Demonstrates 1.9-Percent Year-on-Year Total Revenue Jump in Q4 2017

International Game Technology or as it is also known IGT has been quite active in its new business and partnership ventures since the beginning of this year, as it could be seen by its recent interactions in the gambling industry. This is also evident by the total revenue data which was issued this week by […]

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Saturday, March 10, 2018

Casino City Times
GiGse to focus on US gaming issues
The two-day conference will examine sports betting and the growing role of technology in gaming, from behavioral data to artificial intelligence.
Las Vegas Sun Stories: Gaming
Woman wins $500,000 in promotion at Eastside Cannery
A New York woman won the $500,000 top prize last week in the Eastside Cannery’s monthlong Rainbow to Riches promotion. Players qualify for the game based on their slot play, and participants are ...
Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Nevada’s gaming officials, industry take safe route on marijuana

Gov. Brian Sandoval’s Gaming Policy Committee, in record time last week, approved a resolution affirming the state’s stance on the use of marijuana in gaming establishments in what was likely the last policy group assembled under his watch.

Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Okada blindsided by Wynn settlement, lawyers say

Lawyers for Kazao Okada on Friday said the Japanese businessman was blindsided by the $2.4 billion settlement reached a day earlier between Wynn Resorts and his Universal Entertainment Corp.

Friday, March 9, 2018

Gambling Insider
Las Vegas Sands sells Bethlehem casino for 1 3bn
Worldwide casino resort operator, Las Vegas Sands Corporation, has confirmed the agreement of a $1
Casino News Today
Effective Marketing and Communications panel at Prague Gaming Summit 2018

Meet the experts of the Effective Marketing and Communications panel at Prague Gaming Summit 2018. The 2nd edition of “the most successful boutique-style gaming event in Prague” is almost here and the organizers would like to start highlighting some of the panels from which as an operator in the online gambling industry can benefit. Such is the Effective Marketing and ...

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Casino City Times
BtoBet chairman discusses Italian market's growth at Enada Spring
From 14-16 March in Bimini, the company's chairman will be on hand to discuss the Italian gaming market's future.

Thursday, March 8, 2018

Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Two-time convicted felon nominated to Nevada’s Black Book

A convicted crook with a penchant for ripping off elderly casino patrons by distracting them at casino redemption kiosks and ATMs has been nominated to the state Gaming Control Board’s List of Excluded Persons, frequently referred to as Nevada’s “black book.”

Casino News Today
Play’n GO announces the launch of Imperial Opera slot

Omni-channel slots provider Play’n GO announced the launch of its latest game, Imperial Opera slot. The new five-reel, 20-payline Imperial Opera slot takes players into the box seats of an opera house, where they’ll watch the show played out by performers dressed in traditional costume. The Princess, who is the star of the show,, will act as a wild, helping players ...

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Montana Promotes Free Counseling as the Number of Problem Gamblers Grows

The Montana Department of Justice’s Gambling Control Division has teamed up with the Montana Council on Problem Gambling in an attempt to curb gambling addiction within its borders after it was established the rates of problem gambling treatment are increasing. The partnership between the local Department of Justice and the non-profit organization aims at spreading […]

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Loot Crate Regulation Bills Move One More Step Forward in Hawaii

Star Wars Battlefront II’s loot box system has been a hotly discussed topic for months now. Several countries and jurisdictions around the world have even been talking about labeling loot boxes as gambling, meaning games that include loot crates would have to follow stricter rules. Some industry experts even argue that video games are unlocking […]

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Wednesday, March 7, 2018

Las Vegas Sun Stories: Gaming
Bettor sues harness-racing trainer for loss linked to doping
An aggrieved harness-racing bettor has gone to court to recoup more than $31,000 in winnings he said he was cheated out of when a doped horse won a race in New Jersey two years ago. Leading figures in harness racing said they had never before heard of ...
Gambling Insider
Hit the high notes with Play n GO s Imperial Opera
Omni-channel slots specialist Play’n GO has raised the curtain on its latest slot, Imperial Opera
Casino City Times
Country music group Lonestar heads for Rivers Casino Schenectady
The award-winning group that penned smash hit "Amazed" will visit the New York casino on 26 May.
Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Titus seeks opinion that would keep internet gambling legal

Rep. Dina Titus has sent a letter to the U.S. attorney general’s office asking for an opinion to keep internet gambling legal.

Tuesday, March 6, 2018

Gambling Insider
Louisiana steps up DFS legalisation efforts
Representatives in the US State of Louisiana have introduced a new piece of legislation that would legalise daily fantasy sports contests in the state
Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
A month after Steve Wynn resigned, many new policies in place

It’s been a month since Steve Wynn stepped down as chairman and CEO of Wynn Resorts Ltd., and investigations continue in Nevada, Massachusetts and Macau.

Casino News Today
Tom John Light to share blockchain related info at Prague Gaming Summit 2018

Tom John Light, Vice President of Business Development at SBTech will share blockchain related info at Prague Gaming Summit 2018. With little over 24 days to go until the second edition of Prague Gaming Summit kicks off, the organizers are looking forward to hosting +30 speakers and 100 delegates from 42 countries. With trending topics such as the Polish, Czech, ...

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Monday, March 5, 2018

Las Vegas Sun Stories: Gaming
Sports betting's big wager: Will younger bettors ante up?
As the push to legalize sports gambling in the U.S. nears a crucial Supreme Court decision, states hoping to reap a financial windfall could face another hurdle: Attracting younger players used to online fantasy sports ...
Casino News Today
Tennis body extends its agreement with Sportradar

The International Tennis Federation has extended its deal with Sportradar to monitor betting patterns across the sport. Sportradar’s Integrity Services have been added to the International Tennis Federation’s integrity protection measures, with the firm’s Fraud Detection System examining over 50,000 matches. Under the terms of the agreement, Sportradar’s intelligence and investigations capabilities can be utilised by the Tennis Integrity Unit, ...

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Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Nevada panel likely to keep barrier between gaming, marijuana

Gov. Brian Sandoval’s 12-member Gaming Policy Committee is poised to uphold the state’s previously approved stance that licensed gaming companies not have business relationships with Nevada’s marijuana industry.

Sunday, March 4, 2018

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WSOP Circuit Spring Festival Opening Event Day 1B Brings Chip Lead to Marijo Nad

Poker players from around the world, rejoice! The poker action in Kings Casino located in Rozvadov, Czech Republic is well on its way and chips are flying on the poker tables of the World Series of Poker Circuit Spring Festival. The first event of the busy schedule is currently in progress and Marijo Nad from […]

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Saturday, March 3, 2018

Casinos & Gaming – Las Vegas Review-Journal
Gaming’s donations are large part of Las Vegas Victims’ Fund

Contributions from the Southern Nevada gaming, tourism and entertainment industry accounted for almost 40 percent of the $31.4 million collected by the Las Vegas Victims’ Fund, organizers of the fund said Friday.

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Nevada Gambling Authority to Introduce New Sexual Harassment Regulations

At the end of January, the gaming industry was shaken by the sexual allegations scandal involving one of the most well-known names in the international gambling industry Steve Wynn. In the aftermath of the situation, many entities in the field began looking into the ways in which the gaming industry protects the right of its […]

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Las Vegas Sun Stories: Gaming
Nevada gaming revenue tops $1 billion in January
Nevada’s casino gaming win dipped by 2.05 percent in January but still broke the $1 billion mark, the state Gaming Control Board reported today. Although a drop from January 2017 — about $1.03 billion to ...

Friday, March 2, 2018

Casino City Times
Borgata Casino partners with Gotham City Comedy Club
Chris and Steve Mazzilli, owners of New York City's popular club, will take charge of the casino's comedy program.
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Macau Casino Developers Consider Focus Shift towards Mass-Market Offerings

Macau is known around the world as the gambling location which provides the best opportunities for gaming and entertainment since it is the largest hub or casino developers. Millions of tourists from around the world make their way to the Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China in order to give their luck […]

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Intertops and Juicy Stakes focus on Australian poker players
This weekend, players in the southern hemisphere can enjoy a Big Bickies $800 GTD.
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Mare Balticum (Baltic Sea) Gaming Summit Preliminary Agenda now available

The inaugural edition of the Mare Balticum (Baltic Sea) Gaming Summit is aiming to create a platform that will allow conversation between the international gambling industry and the local regulators in order to improve performance and highlight the key benefits of being a licensed operation. As the organizers pointed out in the earlier press releases, the event will feature dedicated ...

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Thursday, March 1, 2018

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Second massage therapist files lawsuit against Steve Wynn

Another massage therapist lodged a civil complaint against Steve Wynn and his former company’s board on Thursday, just one day after another massuese made similar allegations of sexual harassment.

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NBA Recognizes Sports Betting Legalization Importance for Future Expansion

As more states are demonstrating their willingness to see sports betting legalized, the US Supreme Court is coming closer to a decision on the New Jersey legal case on the matter. Having this in mind, it is not surprising that the National Basketball Association (NBA) has recognized the importance of the issue and has declared […]

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Massachusetts Gaming Commission examines public safety report for Plainridge Park
The two-year Public Safety Impact Report analyzes changes in police data after the casino's operation, concluding that the casino's presence had little impact on the volume of crimes and calls for service.
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GiG deal with D-Tech, Hong Kong based games studio

GiG Games and Gaming Innovation Group – GIG deal with D-Tech, a Hong Kong based games studio, acquiring a 36% stake in D-Tech. The deal comes at a time of extended growth for GiG, and the fact that GiG deal with D-Tech is another step to create a fully integrated iGaming ecosystem. Mathias Larsson, MD of GiG Games: D-Tech will ...

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