Jan 08, 2025 5 min read Table Of Contents After over a dozen years as one of the most recognizable faces of Team Winamax has announced her departure. Gaëlle Baumann joined the roster five months before the 2012 WSOP, famous for her narrowly missing out on the November Nine, and departs almost 13 years later
In recent years, Tanzania has rapidly ascended the ranks as one of Africa’s premier betting destination for betting and gaming. The East African nation, known for its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant economic growth, has become a hub for enthusiasts seeking opportunities in both traditional and online betting platforms. A combination of favorable
The Philippine government is ramping up its efforts to enforce a nationwide ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), focusing on the deportation of over 11,000 foreign nationals involved in these operations. This crackdown follows President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to eliminate the disruptive influence of POGOs on the nation. Thousands of workers face deportation: According to the Bureau of
U.S. regional casino markets are poised for a competitive but constrained growth trajectory in 2025, while Macau’s gaming sector is expected to recover to pre-pandemic levels by 2026, according to a note from Jefferies Equity Research analyst David Katz. The report provides a nuanced outlook on the casino industry, highlighting key challenges and opportunities across
Jan 07, 2025 Life Outside Poker is a podcast for PokerNews hosted by Connor Richards that seeks to pull back the curtain on poker players and allow viewers and listeners to get to know them on a personal level. In the 23rd episode, Connor speaks with Hollywood producer and 2006 Main Event champion Jamie Gold
The World Series of Poker and Caesars Entertainment have released the 2025 WSOP dates, and just like the past three years it will take place at Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas , located on the iconic Las Vegas Strip. The series will run from May 27 to July 16, with the prestigious “Main
Codere Online Luxembourg, S.A. is grappling with a securities fraud investigation and the potential delisting of its shares from Nasdaq. The developments follow the resignation of its auditor, Marcum LLP, and growing investor concerns regarding the company’s internal controls and financial transparency. On December 27, 2024, Codere disclosed to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
View image in fullscreen Billionaire Bet365 boss takes a 45% pay cut despite soaring profits Denise Coates paid herself £150m in salary and dividends last year – far below the £466m she collected in 2020 Britain’s highest-paid woman, the Bet365 billionaire Denise Coates, has given herself a 45% pay cut, receiving £150m in salary and
Asia Gaming Brief, the organizer of the ASEAN Gaming Summit, has announced the upcoming edition of its international gaming conference on 17-19 March 2025 at the Shangri-La the Fort in Manila, Philippines. The three-day industry gathering follows last year’s highly attended edition, which attracted nearly 1,600 participants from across Asia and beyond including the Philippines, Armenia,
Jan 06, 2025 4 min read What better way to welcome in 2025 than by heading to warmer climes and playing poker for big money? The Merit Poker Western Series gives you the opportunity to do both because the festival, held in Northern Cyprus, boasts over $4.5 million in combined guaranteed prize pools, including a
Las Vegas tourism in November 2024 reflected mixed outcomes, with overall visitation slightly increasing but many other key metrics declining. According to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), visitor volume grew by 0.6% year-over-year to 3.3 million, thanks in part to the Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix and the Specialty Equipment Market Association trade show. November tourism overview:
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, KSA) enforced a new “General Policy of Fines” starting January 1, 2025, aiming to strengthen compliance and deter violations in the Dutch gambling industry. The updated framework introduces broader penalties, turnover-related fines, and a transparent calculation process. The fine policy encompasses violations under the Remote Gambling Act (KOA) and the Netherlands
Jan 03, 2025 3 min read Table Of Contents Liv Boeree is donating more than a half a million of her historic score at World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise to fight factory farming, the science communicator and former poker pro revealed today. Boeree, who in December finished fourth in the first-ever $25,000 buy-in Super
US sports betting is once again facing a challenge from the federal government, as US Senator Richard Blumenthal underscored the public health impacts of the widespread legalization of sports gambling in a hearing titled, “America’s High-Stakes Bet on Legalized Sports Gambling.” As mobile sports bets surge, Blumenthal called for minimum federal standards like those in
Sweden’s gambling authority, Spelinspektionen, has taken decisive action against Versus Odds B.V., the operator of Fortunepanda.com, for violating Swedish gambling regulations. This immediate ban, announced (pdf) on January 2, 2025, underscores the regulator’s commitment to protecting Swedish consumers and maintaining gaming safety. The investigation into Versus Odds B.V. was triggered by suspicions of unlicensed gambling
As Mississippi lawmakers prepare to reconvene in Jackson for the 2025 legislative session, the contentious issue of online sports betting is expected to resurface. Despite a strong push in 2024, efforts to expand sports betting beyond retail locations ultimately faltered after legislative disagreements. In early 2024, the Mississippi House of Representatives approved House Bill 774,
Jan 03, 2025 3 min read Table Of Contents Just weeks after winning his sixth World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet, Nick Schulman continued his winter hot streak by taking down a $10,100 High Roller tournament at PokerGO Studio in Las Vegas for $283,050. Fittingly enough, it brings Schulman his sixth PokerGO Tour (PGT) title.
Westgate Las Vegas has extended performing legend Barry Manilow an unprecedented Lifetime Residency. Manilow has accepted this extraordinary honor, further cementing his enduring legacy at the iconic International Theater. Manilow reached a new milestone earlier this year when he surpassed Elvis Presley’s record of 636 performances at the venue. The announcement of a Barry Manilow
On January 1, 2025, Brazil officially launched its fully regulated fixed-odds betting market, marking a new chapter for online gambling in the country. The move follows years of legislative and regulatory hurdles that began with the approval of betting legislation in 2018 under then-President Michel Temer. After substantial delays and revisions, the law was finalized
South Korea’s Paradise Co, a leader in the foreigner-only casino market, closed 2024 with an impressive 10.2% growth in casino revenue, reaching KRW818.8 billion (US$556 million). This marks a significant improvement over the KRW742.9 billion (US$507 million) recorded in 2023, reaffirming its stronghold in the gaming industry. Annual performance highlights: The year’s growth was primarily fueled by table games,