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The UK’s Gambling Commission has initiated legal proceedings against Sorare, a digital fantasy sports platform, accusing the company of providing unlicensed gambling services. The case, which could have far-reaching consequences for the future of fantasy sports and NFT-based platforms, is set to be heard in Birmingham magistrates court on October 4. Sorare, which is valued

The countdown to the Tropicana implosion is officially underway, and we have less than two weeks before the walls come tumbling down! And you can prepare for an unforgettable evening at Mandalay Bay and bid a grand farewell to the legendary resort from the Foundation Room! On October 8th, join us for others at Mandalay

During the Future Summit in New York, at the event “In defense of democracy, fighting extremism” held in the UN headquarters, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva commented on the gambling situation in the country and said it was necessary to speed up regulation of the issue. The meeting was organized by Lula and the

We have a look at one of the latest slots from Spadegaming! It’s the Gold West online slot, with 5 reels, 4 rows, and 1,024 paylines! This is a medium volatility slot that features wild symbols, a Buy Bonus, and a return to player of over 96%. Plus, three scatters will trigger the free spins

A former Mirage Hotel and Casino employee has lodged a formal labor complaint against the Culinary Workers Union Local 226, claiming that the union failed to fully inform employees about the severance package process following the property’s closure.  The complaint, filed on August 6 with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), accuses the union of

You won’t see our news video this week, as our team is attending the SBC Summit in Lisbon, Portugal. Our continued partnership with Casino City will take us to this event for networking and filming opportunities. The event will showcase an 8-stage conference program, including the prominent Super Stage, focusing on key areas such as

The Dutch government has announced a phased increase in gambling taxes, raising rates by 7.3 percentage points on gross gaming revenue (GGR), despite strong opposition from the industry. The decision, revealed as part of the government’s autumn budget, has drawn criticism from industry players who warn the hike could lead to operators exiting the market

Palms Casino, owned and operated by San Manuel Gaming, was named the Best Casino in Las Vegas. Not only that, their Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel was named “best” in two categories by USA Today Readers: Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas, and Best Casino Restaurant with their The Pines Modern Steakhouse. Together,

Uplatform has established a solid presence in the European gaming market, supported by its focus on localization and diverse content offerings. The company’s approach emphasizes understanding regional preferences while providing practical solutions for operators. The iGaming solutions provider is poised to showcase its latest solutions at the SBC Summit in Lisbon, set for September 24-26.

Check out the beautiful Babylon Riches online slot from the good folks at Net Entertainment! This is a 5 reel, 3 row game with medium to high volatility that comes with Free Spins, instant Cash Prizes, and both Wilds and Scatter symbols! There are also special symbols that leave behind Golden Frames on the reels,

The Illinois Racing Board (IRB) has approved the acquisition of FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing, the former Fairmount Park, by Accel Entertainment, with executives of that firm outlining plans to have a temporary casino operating on-site before the 2025 Kentucky Derby. Accel is a gaming company making its first foray into the Thoroughbred industry and

We have your review for the Wish Granted Hold and Win online slot! This game comes with Multiple Jackpots, Wild Symbols, Nudging Multipliers, and Magic carpet Mystery Symbols that reveal matches to boost your wins! It’s a BetSoft game with 5 reels, 3 rows, and 243 paylines. And the best part of this online slot

Australian gambling company Tabcorp has announced the appointment of Brett Chenoweth as its new Chairman, following Bruce Akhurst’s decision to step down from the role. Chenoweth will officially take over as Chairman when Akhurst exits the role after the group’s 2024 annual general meeting (AGM) on October 23rd. Chenoweth has been a Non-Executive Director of

Get ready for the legendary Billy Joel at Mohegan Sun Arena! The legendary singer is set to perform for the first time since his record-breaking, sold-out, 10-show residency at Madison Square Garden, where he performed for 100,000 guests in 2008. Guests can check out the “Piano Man” on Saturday, 22 February, 2025 at 8:00pm. Joel

With a strong foothold in the European iGaming market, Soft2Bet continues to navigate the challenges of a highly regulated environment by offering innovative solutions like its gamification platform, Motivational Engineering Gaming Application (MEGA). Designed to drive player engagement and boost operator revenues, MEGA has become a key tool in balancing compliance with growth. The company is

It has been announced that Caesars Sportsbook will soon expand in Washington, DC, bringing self-service kiosks to 53 small businesses. These wagering kiosks will replace the GambetDC sports wagering kiosks currently in place at OLG-licensed sports betting retail locations. In addition to wagering, the kiosks will accept cash deposits to Caesars mobile accounts. With thousands

South Korea’s Paradise Group announced the official opening of its newly expanded VIP-exclusive venue at Paradise Casino Walkerhill in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. Held on September 14th, the opening marks the casino’s first expansion in nine years, increasing its size by 17%. Since its opening in 1968, Paradise Casino Walkerhill has been instrumental in driving VIP sales in

Everything is bigger in the Lone Star State, except that there is no Texas sports betting. A mess of political crap mixed with special interests and lobbying efforts have the whole issue wrapped up in a convoluted mess. Now, estimates are that betting on sports in the state may not happen for several years. Texas

Australia’s new rules targeting video games with loot boxes and “simulated gambling” content are set to take effect from Sunday (September 22), imposing stricter age restrictions on games that involve gambling-like features or chance-based in-app purchases. Under the new classification guidelines, video games featuring simulated gambling will automatically receive an R18+ rating, making them inaccessible

Think you know what you’re being charged for? From the time you arrive to the time you leave, Las Vegas hidden fees can add up quickly and take a serious bite out of your vacation! Guests are being fleeced a dollar at a time all over town, and most don’t even realize how much they