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In the Philippines and the operator behind the giant Okada Manila integrated casino resort has reportedly announced that the property has just been licensed to offer online gaming to domestic punters. According to a report from Inside Asian Gaming, the award from the nation’s Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCor) will allow the Tiger Resort

HOLLYWOOD, Fla., April 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – Hard Rock Hotels today announced plans for development of eight hotels with approximately 3,000 rooms in several key cities throughout Brazil, including Sao Paulo, Fortaleza, Ilha de Sol, Campos do Jordão, Foz do Iguaçu, Jericoacoara, Natal and Recife. The hotel properties, developed and owned by Brazil-based real estate developer VCI S.A., will be managed by the Hard

The firm behind the Betway online sportsbetting brand, Super Group Holding Company Limited, has announced that it is to combine with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) before going public via a listing on the New York Stock Exchange. The Guernsey-based enterprise used an official Sunday press release to detail that the $4.75 billion arrangement

Brussels, 26 April 2021 – Covid-19 has had a devastating effect on the European gambling industry, with the land-based casino sector taking the brunt of the impact. European casinos were closed for an average of 136 days in 2020, and the vast majority of operators have been unable to welcome guests in 2021.  The latest

After recently making its debut in the Spanish market, Dutch online casino games developer Stakelogic is whisking players off to a cold, dark place where the undead dwells, in its highly animated video slot, Dracula. Playable on any device, the vampire-themed title offers enticing visuals, a suspense-filled gothic soundtrack, and bats intermittently flying across the

The award-winning responsible gambling solution provider Mindway AI has added Birgitte Sand, CEO of Birgitte Sand & Associates, to its board of directors at the annual general meeting hosted April 20, 2021. Mindway AI creates software solutions to identify problem gamblers early and accurately through 24-7-365 monitoring and profiling of gamblers. With Birgitte Sand entering

This weekend, gamers at Intertops Poker can try a new game by Betsoft at no cost. Safari Sam 2 is a sequel to the popular Safari Sam online slot game and one that fans of the character will find fun and exciting. For a short time, the online gaming site is providing extra spins so

LOUISVILLE, Ky., April 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Churchill Downs Incorporated (Nasdaq: CHDN) (the “Company”, “we”, “us”, “our”) today reported business results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2021. First Quarter 2021 Highlights Net revenue of $324.3 million, up 28% over the prior year quarter Net income(a) of $36.1 million compared to net loss of $23.4

Hot on the heels of its latest content agreement and gambling technology giant Playtech plc (LSE:PTEC) has now inked a wide-reaching deal that will see its casino and live casino software launch across online gaming operator ComeOn Group’s entire brand portfolio. Under the new multi-year partnership, the Malta-headquartered iGaming operator’s flagship brands ComeOn!, Sunmaker, Snabbare,

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., April 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (“Caesars” or the “Company”) shared exciting details today on its $400 million master plan investment in Atlantic City where it owns and operates three of the region’s preeminent casino destinations – Caesars, Harrah’s Resort and Tropicana Atlantic City. The plans include remodeled room towers; freshly appointed interior design elements; enhancements

In the United Kingdom and prominent land-based and online gaming operator Rank Group has released its financial results for the first three months of the year showing a drop of 72% year-on-year in like-for-like aggregated net gaming revenues. The Maidenhead-headquartered firm behind the Grosvenor Casinos and Mecca Bingo chains used an official press release to

“Following the suspension of BetIndex Ltd’s operating licence by the Gambling Commission last month, we immediately suspended their membership of the BGC. “We have been concerned about reports that the Gambling Commission was made aware of issues surrounding Football Index’s business model as early as the start of 2020, something the BGC was not made

In Virginia, after narrowing the field of bidders for a resort casino down to three finalists last month, the city of Richmond has now eliminated Bally’s Corporation and its $650 million casino proposal from the shortlist of proposed projects, leaving just two suitors, The Cordish Companies, and Urban One, in the running, according to a

LAS VEGAS (April 21, 2021) – Treat mom to a Mother’s Day meal she’ll never forget at The Venetian Resort. From classic dishes to modern takes on food traditions and flavors, The Venetian invites guests to a celebration of mothers with specially curated menus from celebrity chef Lorena Garcia’s CHICA, the all-new BRERA osteria,  Matteo’s

After more than seven years of work and Genting Malaysia Berhad has reportedly announced that it is planning to officially open its $4.3 billion Resorts World Las Vegas venue from June 24. According to a Monday report from the Las Vegas Review-Journal newspaper, the 87-acre southern Nevada development is due to premiere complete with a

LAS VEGAS (AP) — One of the biggest casino projects ever on the Las Vegas Strip has set a date to open, after more than seven years of planning and building. Resorts World Las Vegas announced Monday that it will open to the public June 24 and began taking reservations for more than 3,500 rooms

Brussels, 19 April 2021 – In light of the continued uncertainty regarding international travel and the viability of in-person events due to the ongoing pandemic, the Board of the European Casino Association announces the cancellation of this year’s European Dealer Championship (Monte-Carlo, October 4-8) and ECA Industry Forum (Vienna, November 31-December 3), with both events

In the Netherlands and 28 entities have reportedly applied for licenses to participate in the nation’s coming regulated online gaming market by being given permission to legally launch their services for local punters from the first day of October. According to a report from iGamingBusiness.com, the revelation from the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) gaming regulator comes after

LAS VEGAS, April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Scientific Games Corporation (NASDAQ: SGMS) (“Scientific Games” or the “Company”) announced today that Victor Blanco will join the Company in 2022 as Chief Technology Officer. In this role, Blanco will oversee Scientific Games’ technology strategy to support the Company’s leadership across gaming, lottery, sports betting, and iGaming as

King’s Casino in Rozvadov is a popular spot for poker players, with the card room playing host to major events this year. This week the property was a hot topic due to its owner Leon Tsoukernik deciding to sue Facebook for $24 million. The damages are being sought by Tsoukernik due to a fake mobile