We’re looking at the Enchanted Waters online slot from Yggdrasil, which comes with 5 cascading reels, 4 rows, and some very high volatility! Players hope to land one of the four mermaid symbols to trigger one of four features, from re-spins to multipliers, and from expanding wilds to the removal of all low paying symbols!
Month: January 2025
Macau-based casino operator Melco Resorts & Entertainment has taken significant steps toward entering Thailand’s entertainment and gaming sector. The company has established a new office in Bangkok as it explores potential opportunities in the country. This development coincides with Melco’s collaboration with the Thailand Creative Culture Agency (THACCA) to amplify Thailand’s position as a global
Gaming in the US has only recently reached its popularity but has already become a multi-billion-dollar industry, changing the entertainment industry. As legal online sports betting becomes increasingly adopted nationwide, operators like FanDuel are becoming a fan favorite. They got in early in many states after legalization, and have held their footing well. Gambling is
The Ottawa Black Bears has announced a partnership agreement with PowerPlay Online Sportsbook and Casino. Under the terms of the deal, the company’s logo will be featured on the Canadian professional box lacrosse team’s home and away jerseys. In addition to the jersey sponsorship, the six-figure deal will also provide PowerPlay with branding elements inside the
Jan 11, 2025 2 min read On January 2, Midwest poker player Chris Roth passed away after a battle with cancer. He was 42. Born May 21, 1982, Roth graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and was well-known within the Wisconsin poker community, especially as an Omaha hi-lo player. He had amassed $402,340 in lifetime
Sin City is ready for an electrifying start to 2025 with concerts, comedy acts, and residencies. Legendary headliners and brand-new Las Vegas shows are headed to the Strip in the first half of the New year, and there’s something for everyone to enjoy in the entertainment capital of the world. [embedded content] Hello friends! If
The Coney, a proposed casino in Brooklyn’s Coney Island neighborhood in New York, has stirred significant attention, with developers announcing plans to establish a $200 million community trust fund if their gaming license is approved. The promise of this trust fund comes amid growing debate over the impact of the casino on the historic area, with
The Dutch Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit or Ksa) has unveiled its Supervision Agenda for 2025, emphasizing the protection of minors and young adults, adherence to advertising regulations, and the elimination of illegal gambling. This comprehensive plan builds on prior efforts to enhance consumer safety and curb harmful gambling practices. Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups A core priority of
View image in fullscreen ‘They created a Vegas in 10 years’: photographing the hedonistic gambling mecca of Macau Photographer Adam Lampton discusses capturing the vice, cash and sheer excess of the special administrative region of China – a place built on contradictions “I am not a huge gambler,” says Adam Lampton. “The first time I
A recent report from the Department of Trust (DoT) of the United Kingdom has shed light on how gambling fits into the broader spending habits of UK consumers, revealing that it accounts for 10.69% of the average person’s monthly leisure expenditure. The study, based on raw bank data from 304,022 individuals who made payments to
Jan 10, 2025 3 min read Table Of Contents The 2025 Free Poker Network (FPN) Desert Dash-for-Cash National Championship is in swing at the Golden Nugget in North Las Vegas and saw a one-day tournament play out Thursday in the form of $200 WPT Passport. Craig Ashley of Office Bar in Illinois battled through the
Caesars online casino, along with Horseshoe and Caesars Sportsbook online, have launched their first branded live dealer studio in Pennsylvania. . The studio, located in Philadelphia, was created through a partnership with Evolution Gaming and aims to offer an immersive live casino experience that replicates the luxury and energy of Caesars Palace Las Vegas. The
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has imposed a £1 million fine on Greentube Alderney, which operates the Admiral Casino brand, after the company was found to have failed repeatedly in its obligations to adhere to both anti-money laundering (AML) and social responsibility regulations. The fine was levied after an in-depth investigation revealed multiple violations spanning from September 2022 to June
Ecuador is embracing a significant shift in its sports betting landscape with the introduction of a new licensing framework and tax regime under Executive Decree 487, signed by President Daniel Noboa. These measures aim to regulate the growing industry, ensuring compliance while addressing concerns about player protection and ethical gaming practices. New Licensing System The
Ohio’s 11 casinos and racinos earned a total of $198.2 million in gambling revenue in November 2024, marking an increase of $3 million from October. The November figures also show a year-over-year rise, as they surpassed the $186.1 million reported in November 2023, according to data from the Ohio Casino Control and Lottery Commissions. These
Jan 09, 2025 4 min read Hi! I’m Keith Becker, PokerNews Ambassador and Pennsylvania native, here with a PA poker update for January 2025. It’s an exciting time in America for the game we all know and love, and I’m excited to be bringing you state highlights every month. What are the big issues and
The STRAT Las Vegas will host a Lunar New Year celebration honoring the “Year of the Snake,” beginning Wednesday, January 29th 2025. Guests who would like to attend will savor specialty items at CHI Asian Kitchen, be captivated by a traditional lion dance and find luck during an exciting slot tournament to celebrate the occasion.
Rivers Casino Philadelphia faces legal challenges after disclosing a data breach that exposed sensitive customer information. Hackers reportedly accessed personal data, prompting multiple lawsuits and investigations. In a statement released to Action News, Jack Horner, a spokesperson for the casino, confirmed the incident, explaining that an unauthorized actor infiltrated the casino’s IT network and accessed
France’s L’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) has approved promotional strategies for 2025 from the nation’s 16 licensed online operators and two exclusive rights holders, FDJ and PMU, with conditions. After analyzing the proposed strategies, the regulator called for reductions in promotional budgets, particularly for the four largest operators, whose spend accounts for 85% of the
The U.S. Thoroughbred racing industry closed 2024 with its lowest wagering totals since the pandemic-stricken year of 2020, according to Equibase LLC, the industry’s official database. December capped the year with a 14.44% decline in handle compared to the same month in 2023, marking the sharpest monthly drop of 2024. This follows earlier double-digit percentage