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June 2021:  The AGEM Index continued its upward trend since October 2020 and reached a new high during the latest period. The index increased by 25.50 points to 1,005.20 points in June 2021, a 2.6 percent gain from May 2021. One year ago, the AGEM Index measured at 407.31 points. From that reporting period, the index

In its latest collaboration with Armenian games studio Peter & Sons (P&S), Swedish provider of online gaming solutions, Yggdrasil Gaming, has launched, Robin – Nottingham Raiders, sequel to the original game based on the legendary heroic outlaw of English folklore that was created on the YGS Masters platform and released back in April. Rather than

Maryland casinos continued to see gains in June as the last of the Covid-19 restrictions were lifted. The state’s six casinos collectively generated $161.5 million last month, a 13% increase compared with June 2019. Maryland Lottery and Gaming, which tracks the monthly casino statistics, did not make any comparisons to June 2020, when casinos were

A month after premiering its Charlie Chance video slot, Swedish online casino games developer Play‘n GO has returned to announce the launch of yet another sequel in its seven-reel Gemix 2 innovation. The Vaxjo-headquartered innovator used an official Thursday press release to declare that its latest seven-row release is based on the popular Gemix video

Jamul, CA, July 7, 2021 – Jamul Casino is pleased to announce its new Jamul Marketplace, the Casino’s casual cuisine hub offering a diversity of fun food.  The Marketplace renovation comes just two months after the entire Casino was furnished with new carpet and just a year after the opening of its open-air venue The

Affilka, the affiliate management platform developed by SoftSwiss, is set to launch its latest project, FizzSlots. Operating on the Curaçao license, the new online casino brand will roll out its own FizzSlots Partners affiliate program. Courtesy of the integration will Affilka, FizzSlots Partners will leverage a range of SoftSwiss solutions, including interface customization, built-in payment

Neil Shah, Managing Director at Edison Group, comments: “Entain’s H1 trading update shows a solid set of results, with total Group net gaming revenue up 11% to approximately $350m and an increase of 28% in online performance. Sports betting in particular saw notable growth of 55% as pandemic restrictions lifted and professional sports activity returned

In the Philippines and the individual share prices for some of the nation’s largest casino operators have reportedly risen sharply following a dramatic change of heart from President Rodrigo Duterte (pictured). According to a report from the Bloomberg news service, the 76-year-old leader has been an outspoken critic of gambling for many years and even

RENO, Nev. (AP) — The COVID-19 positivity rate in Nevada has more than doubled over the last month to 7.9%, and the average number of new daily cases statewide has climbed to its highest level since February, health officials say. Meanwhile, Nevada reported its second death from the COVID-19 delta variant, a Washoe County man

Illinois‘ sports betting handle was down in May, however, the recorded $507.3 million in wagers for the month still puts the midwestern U.S. state alongside New Jersey, the only other state to post sports betting handle of at least $500 million in both April and May. Wagers at retail and online sportsbook in the state

July 24th Marks the Opening of the San Manuel Casino Expansion  Highland, CA (July 7, 2021) San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is continuing its hiring push as it prepares to open phase one of its casino expansion project on July 24th. This date is significant as it is also the 35th anniversary of San

With a new month now upon us and prominent online casino games developer Microgaming has announced that it will be adding ‘a storm of new content’ to its iGaming portfolio over the course of the next 21 days. The Isle of Man-based innovator used an official press release to detail that this onslaught has already

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino – Atlantic City welcomes Michael Woodside to the role of Vice President of Entertainment and Marketing Services overseeing the resort’s advertising, digital marketing, entertainment, public relations and social media departments. “Hard Rock Atlantic City is excited to welcome Michael to our team,” said Joe Lupo, Property President. “His extensive background in

In Australia and casino operator Crown Resorts Limited has announced that it expects to record a loss for the twelve months to the end of last June of up to $188 million to take its historical net debt to as high as approximately $678 million. The Melbourne-headquartered firm used an official press release (pdf) to

The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA/Authority) is publishing its Annual Report and audited Financial Statements for the financial year ending 31 December 2020. The report provides an overview of the work performed throughout the year and highlights major projects undertaken by the Authority throughout the same period. In addition, the report also outlines the performance of

Following a limited exclusive on Entain Group brands, Yggdrasil Gaming has released online slot, 12 Trojan Mysteries, the latest title from UK-based development studio 4ThePlayer, courtesy of its flourishing YG Masters partnership program. Available network-wide, the 6-reel, 4-row, 4,096 ways video slot takes players on an epic adventure to try and uncover the mysteries of

HOLLYWOOD, Fla., June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming, both owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, today announced a multi-dimensional Support Surfside Program to provide relief for those impacted by the tragic collapse of Champlain Towers South in Surfside, Florida. The Support Surfside Program includes an immediate minimum cash donation of $250,000 to the Support Surfside Fund

Isle of Man-licensed blockchain online casino games innovator FunFair Technologies Europe Limited has announced the long-awaited launch of its new five-reel and 20-payline Bounty On The High Seas video slot. The London-headquartered innovator used an official Thursday press release to declare that the nautical-themed game ‘invites players to set sail on an epic pirate adventure’

Ringo Starr posted a message to fans about his annual upcoming Peace and Love birthday initiative, a tradition he started in 2008 at Chicago’s Hard Rock Cafe. When asked by a reporter what he would like for his birthday. His answer was… Peace and Love. Since then, Ringo has invited everyone everywhere to think, say or post #peaceandlove at Noon local

American casino and hotel company, Caesars Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR), has partnered with Columbus Exposition and Racing in a deal that will see the Reno, Nevada-based firm build and operate a Harrah’s branded casino and racetrack in the city of Columbus, Nebraska. The approximately $75 million investment will be located off Highway 81 in the