No one likes sucker punch. Yet every time we turn around there seems to be another new Las Vegas fee that you won’t see coming. Sure, most people who travel to Sin City these days are aware of the bait and switch tactics of Resort Fees, but this new one is more difficult to spot…
Month: September 2024
Play’n GO’s footprint in the US has been steadily expanding, with the company experiencing strong growth and game success in key markets. From exclusive partnerships to the release of engaging new online slot titles, Play’n GO is making waves across the country’s iGaming landscape. George Olekszy, Head of Game Retention at Play’n GO, recently shared
View image in fullscreen The nation keeps on gambling, and Team GB keep on winning gold medals Barney Ronay The national lottery funding elite sport still sounds like a good idea, and yet it has developed a somewhat sinister edge It is almost 30 years since the first televised national lottery draw, an anniversary that
The United States has taken significant action against Cambodian tycoon Ly Yong Phat (Ly). imposing sanctions for his involvement in serious human rights abuses linked to illegal online gambling operations. The sanctions, which were applied under the Global Magnitsky Act, target Ly, his L.Y.P. Group Co., Ltd, and his property O-Smach Resort, accusing them of exploiting
Global hospitality and entertainment company Delaware North announced that after a national search it has named industry veteran Jason Gregorec as the new President of its growing gaming division. According to the company, Gregorec, who has more than 30 years of gaming industry experience, will oversee a division that in recent years has diversified beyond its portfolio
Sep 13, 2024 3 min read The Casino de Marrakech in the Moroccan capital will be awash with poker players from far and wide between September 20-29 because the Unibet DeepStack Open series is in town. A bustling schedule of 34 events and satellites await anyone traveling to Marrakech, and PokerNews‘ live reporting team will
What Are Low Stakes Casino Destinations? First up, it makes sense to explain exactly what is meant by low stakes casino destinations. These are casinos where it is possible to play with a small amount of money, rather than ones where the minimum bet is set at a level where players need to be high
The sports betting industry in the US has seen varied performances across different states as the market matures. This round-up gives a closer insight into the ongoing trends in Kentucky, Maryland, and Maine, which all reported different results over the last few months. With Kentucky preparing for its first full NFL season, Maryland continuing to
Travellers International Hotel Group, led by Chairman Kevin Tan, is set to expand its operations with two major integrated resort projects outside of Manila. These developments, located in Boracay and Cebu, represent the company’s first ventures beyond the capital, marking a significant step in its growth strategy. During a keynote address at the IAG Academy
DATA.BET, an esports betting solution provider, has invited attendees of the upcoming SBC Summit to the DATA.BEAT tournament, at stand D160. The event will occur at the Feira Internacional de Lisboa, Portugal from September 24 to 26. The provider informs that visitors will have the opportunity to participate in a live CS2 competition featuring Christopher ‘GeT_RiGhT’
Sep 12, 2024 2 min read A Texas man was charged with first-degree murder for allegedly killing a player accused of cheating a poker game on Sept. 8, according to Austin’s ABC affiliate (KVUE). The Austin Police Department (APD) say Martin Tovar, 26, shot and killed 25-year-old Steve Gonzalez, the player accused of cheating, following
What is Skrill? Think of Skrill as the seasoned poker player in the e-wallet world. It’s been around the block, knows the game inside out, and has a reputation for being fast, reliable, and, most importantly, secure. Skrill is an e-wallet designed for the digital age. It allows you to store money online and make
The opening week of the American football season is in the books, and betting on NFL games is off to a good start as well. This year, our friends at the American Gaming Association forecast that American sports bettors will place about $35 billion in wagers with legal sportsbooks. “With the excitement of another NFL
Great Canadian Entertainment, a leading Canadian gaming and hospitality company, has announced its second significant transaction with the Snuneymuxw First Nation. The company signed an agreement to sell Elements Casino Victoria to Petroglyph Development Group Ltd. (PDG), marking another important step in Snuneymuxw’s efforts to boost its economic influence in the region. This deal follows
SOFTSWISS has recently upgraded its Game Aggregator platform by incorporating a jackpot feature into crash and live games, significantly enhancing the gaming experience. This innovation allows for broader participation in jackpot draws, including popular game categories within the SOFTSWISS framework. The integration of the Jackpot Aggregator with the Game Aggregator facilitates this enhancement, enabling clients to easily configure jackpot campaigns tailored to
The organization Gaming & Technology Expo (GAT Events) highlighted the recent edition of GAT Showcase Bogota, event that took place on September 6 at the Sheraton Bogota Hotel and that, after eight continuous hours, confirmed itself “as one of the most vibrant business and networking platforms for the gaming industry”. The organization affirmed that the
Sep 11, 2024 12 min read A can of worms was opened in the poker world a few weeks ago when a clipped video featuring Ludwig Ahgren called out unregulated poker site ACR Poker for allegedly refusing to pay him out. Ludwig later clarified his comments that he had been paid for his services but
F1 Las Vegas is just two months away, so if you want to go make plans now! We’ve got information on the types of tickets available, the entertainment for the Vegas Grand Prix weekend, and the special F1 Experiences you will want to be a part of at this year’s race! [embedded content] The Las
GAMOMAT, a leading independent software developer specializing in online slot games, has officially entered the U.S. market through a strategic partnership with Bragg Gaming Group. This move marks a significant milestone in GAMOMAT’s global expansion strategy, further solidifying its presence in the regulated online gaming space. This U.S. launch follows the successful collaboration between GAMOMAT
View image in fullscreen Labour urged to impose stricter controls on gambling ads Campaigners say MPs should overturn previous government’s decision not to strengthen restrictions Labour ministers are under pressure to overturn the previous government’s “bizarre” decision not to impose stricter regulation on gambling advertising, particularly around sport, from politicians, campaigners and figures from the