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Just like your favorite store gives you a discount to make a purchase there, online casinos use bonuses to persuade players to come back. These incentives, which often come in the form of extra cash, free spins, and other special rewards, increase the enjoyment and satisfaction of the game for players overall. But how exactly

The Dutch government’s decision to raise the gambling tax will be implemented in two stages, significantly affecting licensees in the country’s regulated market. By 2026, the gambling tax rate will hit 37.8%, with a preliminary increase to 34.2% in 2025. This hike, according to a government report, aims to generate additional revenue of €202 million

Norway’s Conservative party (Høyre) has called for the end of the country’s state-run gambling monopoly. The party’s latest manifesto, published ahead of the September 2025 election, proposes a transition to a licensed gambling market, potentially opening the doors to market liberalization by 2028. Norway remains the last Scandinavian country to maintain a gambling monopoly, while

Authorities in the Philippines have launched a nationwide manhunt for Harry Roque, former spokesperson for President Rodrigo Duterte, as part of an investigation into illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). Roque is accused of withholding critical documents related to his involvement with Lucky South 99, a POGO hub, and his role as its alleged legal

The CasinoBeats Summit 2024 is poised to bring together over 3,500 industry professionals from across the iGaming spectrum, making it one of the largest and most significant gatherings on the industry’s calendar. A three-day event starting from the 21st of May until the 23rd of May in an exquisite setting, i.e., Intercontinental Hotel of St.Julian’s,

The Philippines is on the brink of a major shift in its gambling landscape as the government prepares to issue an Executive Order (EO) banning all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). According to Gilbert Cruz, Executive Director of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC), the order is expected to be released within two weeks. This

Alabama lawmakers are taking steps to strengthen their stance against illegal gambling through a new bill that proposes harsher penalties for those found in violation. The bill, introduced by Republican State Representative Matthew Hammett, seeks to address persistent issues with illegal gambling operations by upgrading penalties from misdemeanors to felonies. These changes are aimed at

Evolution Gaming has announced the release of Crazy Time Italia, the first-ever native-language version of the company’s highly popular live game show, Crazy Time. This latest iteration, featuring Italian-speaking game hosts, is now live from Evolution’s advanced studio in Malta and is immediately available for players through Italian market operators. Bringing Crazy Time to Italian

Pragmatic Play has further extended its influence in the North American iGaming market by launching its captivating slots portfolio with Caesars Digital in Ontario. This strategic partnership will initially feature Pragmatic Play’s extensive range of slots on Caesars Palace Online Casino and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino, with the company’s live casino suite set to be

Gaming Realms plc, a leading developer and licensor of mobile-focused gaming content, has published its interim results for the six months ending June 30, 2024. The company reported significant growth in both revenue and profitability, driven largely by its successful content licensing business and key partnerships across North America and Europe. The Board remains confident

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

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

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

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

Sands China Ltd., a premier casino and resort operator in Macau, has announced a strategic partnership with Agoda, a leading digital travel platform. The collaboration aims to enhance international tourism to Macau by launching multiple marketing campaigns in the fourth quarter of 2024. The partnership will focus on combining the strengths of both companies to

The long-delayed Pamunkey Indian Tribe casino project in Norfolk, Virginia, is finally gaining momentum with the involvement of Boyd Gaming, one of the nation’s largest casino operators. The development, which has seen numerous setbacks since its proposal in 2017, will now benefit from Boyd’s experience and financial strength. According to documents expected to be presented

Ohio could soon expand its gaming industry with the introduction of a bill aimed at legalizing online casino gaming. State Senator Niraj Antani introduced the bill this week, marking another step in Ohio’s journey toward legalizing more forms of gambling. The legislation would allow internet casino gaming, such as online poker and digital slot machines.

Wazdan, a leading game development company known for its focus on player engagement, has made its debut in Pennsylvania by partnering with Rush Street Interactive (RSI). This collaboration enables Wazdan to bring its top-performing titles to two popular platforms, BetRivers and PlaySugarHouse, operated by RSI. This launch introduces several of Wazdan’s most popular games to

The fallout from a court ruling allowing indoor smoking in Atlantic City casinos took a new turn on Wednesday, with the United Auto Workers (UAW) announcing plans to withdraw from New Jersey’s AFL-CIO. This decision comes after other unions, including Local 54 of UNITE HERE, supported the continuation of indoor smoking, much to the dismay

The long-debated bill to legalize land-based gambling in Brazil, which includes casinos, bingo, jogo de bicho, and betting on horseracing, may soon be decided by the Senate. Industry experts are optimistic that the bill will finally get approval, marking a critical step in the regulation of gambling activities in the country. The online sports betting