Illinois’ sports betting handle for June fell below the $1 billion mark for the first time in nine months, reaching $848.1 million, according to the Illinois Gaming Board. Despite the decline, the handle was still up 27.4% compared to the same month last year, reflecting continued growth in the state’s sports betting market. The June
Month: August 2024
Aug 13, 2024 Life Outside Poker is a new podcast for PokerNews hosted by Connor Richards that seeks to pull back the curtain on poker players and allow viewers and listeners to get to know them on a personal level. In the 15th episode, Connor speaks with statistician Nate Silver about his new book On
It’s already August and summer is winding down. But our friends at Plaza Las Vegas are doing their best to ease the pain, with offers of two popular room packages for an end of summer getaway. The popular downtown property has extended its all-inclusive hotel room package – the only one in Las Vegas –
A series of media reports have indicated that the Australian government is preparing to announce its response to the 2023 Murphy Report. However, it appears that the comprehensive ban on gambling advertisements recommended by the report is unlikely to be fully implemented. The government is expected to introduce a less stringent version of the ban,
The government services minister, Bill Shorten, will today announce a new federal ID system to be launched by the end of the year with “consent, choice and trust” at its heart. In a speech to be delivered at the National Press Club on Tuesday, Shorten will unveil the proof of concept designed to give Australians
D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb is intensifying scrutiny on Intralot, the Greek company behind Washington, D.C.’s sports betting operations, by demanding key documents as part of a broader investigation into the management of the city’s sports betting contract. This inquiry emerges as the contract approaches its expiration, amidst allegations that the company has not fulfilled
B2B gaming content and technology provider Inspired Entertainment has announced a new strategic partnership with UK bingo operator Mecca Bingo. As part of the agreement, Inspired will supply an additional 170 gaming machines to Mecca Bingo’s estate, complementing those already in operation. The comprehensive five-year agreement is worth approximately $12.7 million and includes not only the
Aug 12, 2024 2 min read It’s fast becoming one of poker’s must-have items, and now there’s an extra reason to try and get your hands on a coveted NAPT Gold Pass. A $10,300 NAPT Gold Pass sees players win entry to the NAPT Las Vegas Main Event, seven nights’ accommodation for them and a
The MLB’s Oakland Athletics are supposed to be moving into a brand new Las Vegas baseball stadium in 2028. And while delays are not uncommon when it comes to construction on this scale, financial delays can lead to the complete failure of a project. And while there’s still a long way to go before that
Codere Online’s Aviv Sher has expressed expectations that Spain will reintroduce strict advertising controls for the gaming industry within the next year, despite the Supreme Court’s April ruling that overturned several measures within the existing decree. In April, the Spanish Supreme Court rolled back multiple advertising restrictions, allowing operators to market to players with accounts
Combined gross gaming revenues (GGR) for licensed casinos in the Philippines saw a 4.3% year-over-year decrease to Php49.48 billion (US$864 million). This slight decline was followed closely by first quarter GGR of Php49.68 billion (US$867 million). Despite the downward trend in traditional casino revenues, the overall gaming industry in the Philippines experienced robust growth, thanks to
The official application for a state license to build and operate a casino in Cedar Rapids was filed with the Iowa Racing and Gaming Association by the project developers and state officials. Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E), owned by Churchill Downs, is the developer behind the proposed Cedar Crossing Casino and Entertainment Center. The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission
Aug 11, 2024 5 min read The Venetian Las Vegas recently debuted its new poker room, which at 50 tables across 14,000 square feet became the largest on the Strip. Venetian’s card room had long been situated across from the Venetian sportsbook, just around the corner from the exit door to Las Vegas Boulevard. It
Here’s you’re look at the Lock and Pop online slot, a 5 reel game with 20 paylines from from NetEnt. This is a low-to-medium volatility slot that features wild symbols and scatters, along with 10 unique features. There are even Prize Symbols that range from half a credit up to 1,000 credits, and 6 or
Entain has officially launched a new betting platform in New Zealand, named “Betcha,” marking the first time since the establishment of the TAB that a new betting brand has been introduced in the region. Betcha is designed specifically to appeal to younger bettors and aims to counter the growing threat posed by offshore betting operators,
Bragg Gaming Group Inc. has announced an impressive record revenue of EUR 24.9 million for the second quarter of 2024, underscoring its robust performance across multiple iGaming markets and product verticals. This milestone represents a marginal increase from the previous year, indicative of the company’s sustained growth and strategic expansions. The quarter saw Bragg not
As in the previous analysis regarding the opportunity generated by events such as the CONCACAF Champions Cup and the Leagues Cup, 1win Partners, the affiliate program of bookmaker 1win, analyzes how the Olympic Games can help monetize affiliate traffic. In its report, 1win Partners points out that the three most searched disciplines of the Olympic Games
Aug 10, 2024 2 min read WPT Global has just unveiled two game-changing promotions that are set to transform your poker experience: the Table Starter Boost and the Global Spins Jackpots. Whether you’re a table starter looking to rake in rewards or a spin player dreaming of life-changing jackpots, the site has something for everyone
Denmark’s gambling market experienced a significant boost in June 2024, with total revenue increasing by 37.0% year-on-year to DKK703m (£81.1m/€94.2m/$103.0m), according to the latest figures from the Danish Gambling Authority, Spillemyndigheden. This growth was largely driven by a substantial rise in sports betting, which saw a notable increase during the Euro 2024 football tournament. Sports
Set to commence next week, the Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE) 2024 promises to be a pivotal event for gaming professionals in Australia and New Zealand. Scheduled from August 13-15 at the ICC Sydney, this premier expo will cover 19,000 square meters and feature an array of exhibitors who showcase the latest in gaming technology, hospitality, and
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