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Failed casino robbery, suspect shot to death
  • 07 Jan, 2022 16:17
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Failed casino robbery, suspect shot to death

On Monday, August 19, an armed robber attempted to rob two casinos but was surrounded by police and subsequently shot to death. The events took place in the city of Laughlin, Nevada, which is located near Las Vegas. The identity of the sus...

EvoPlay slot machines. Why are they unique and in which casinos can you play?
  • 22 Nov, 2021 12:00
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EvoPlay slot machines: in which casinos to find and what are the new items?

Effective graphics are an important part of a slot machine. And in this part there is one little-known master - the EvoPlay studio. The developer is just starting to break into the market, but due to the fact that some EvoPlay slots are ve...

Prizes for housework and tournaments. Relax in isolation
  • 25 Mar, 2022 00:50
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Prizes for housework and tournaments. Relax in isolation

Usually, game software developers organize work in offices, in this regard 4ThePlayer is a rare exception. But due to the coronavirus, many have been forced to work remotely. How have companies adapted to this?

AGT North America president Dreitzer steps down
  • 20 Dec, 2021 18:45
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AGT North America president Dreitzer steps down

Ainsworth Game Technology has confirmed that Mike Dreitzer, president of AGT North America, has resigned from the company – a move that will take effect from February 16.In a statement, AGT said CEO...

MRG commits to safe and reliable igaming environment via EGBA link-up
  • 03 Feb, 2022 03:04
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MRG commits to safe and reliable igaming environment via EGBA link-up

The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has welcomed its newest member, with MRG the latest to join the Brussels based industry body.Representing licensed igaming operators within regulated Europ...

Genting UK recruits IGT for interactive game launch
  • 26 Feb, 2022 16:32
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Genting UK recruits IGT for interactive game launch

The UK branch of casino operator Genting has teamed up with International Gaming Technology to launch its brand new gaming product.Becoming “the first of its kind in the UK,” SpinSplosion a...

Century Casinos sets date to unveil Alberta property
  • 01 May, 2022 13:54
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Century Casinos sets date to unveil Alberta property

Century Casinos has detailed a significant update regarding its Century Mile Racetrack and Casino in South Edmonton, Alberta, which is to see the firm invest in the region of $46.6m.The organisation has pen...

Nektan adds exclusive content to BetVictor agreement
  • 23 Jan, 2022 08:21
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Nektan adds exclusive content to BetVictor agreement

Gaming technology and services provider Nektan has made a fresh announcement regarding its existing partnership alongside BetVictor, under the terms of which it is to produce a series of exclusive casino content....

US drives increased growth as Gan reports Q3 KPIs
  • 26 Apr, 2022 04:47
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US drives increased growth as Gan reports Q3 KPIs

Online gaming service provider Gan has published key performance indicators for the third quarter of 2019, in which the firm details continued growth across the United States.Reporting continued year-on-year expansion acros...

Greentube makes BetBlocker RET donations
  • 13 Jan, 2022 07:05
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Greentube makes BetBlocker RET donations

Greentube has made a donation to BetBlocker as part of its annual research, entertainment and treatment contributions to support the organisation’s development of self-exclusion software.Funded entirely by...

Sam Barrett: Important to distinguish between contactless and cashless
  • 22 Apr, 2022 04:57
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Sam Barrett: Important to distinguish between contactless and cashless

At the end of this month 120 high-level speakers from the worlds of payments online casino, slots, compliance and affiliate marketing will come together at CasinoBeats Malta Digital Summit to share its insights on unique challenges facing the indu...

Relax adds Genesis Gaming to Powered By roster
  • 14 Apr, 2022 12:49
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Relax adds Genesis Gaming to Powered By roster

Relax Gaming has signed a ‘Powered By’ partnership with Genesis Gaming in a deal that will launch the latter’s collection of slot games through its Radi8 brand.As a result, the online casin...

Preparing for the Dutch Remote Gambling Act
  • 08 Nov, 2021 13:42
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Preparing for the Dutch Remote Gambling Act

Speaking on the second day at the Betting on Sports Europe – Digital, Justin Franssen, partner at Kalff Katz & Franssen and Dr Alan Littler, a gaming lawyer at the same firm, highlighted key a...

IGT counts the cost of casino closures and operating restrictions
  • 29 Jan, 2022 05:54
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IGT counts the cost of casino closures and operating restrictions

Pandemic-related casino closures and operating restrictions have caused a series of declines for International Game Technology, as the impacts of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continued to be felt throughout the closure of 2020.

FanDuel in sign-up to AGA’s Have A Game Plan, Bet Responsibly campaign
  • 11 Mar, 2022 01:33
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FanDuel in sign-up to AGA’s Have A Game Plan, Bet Responsibly campaign

The FanDuel Group has become the first mobile sportsbook operator to sign-up to the American Gaming Association’s ‘Have A Game Plan, Bet Responsibly’ public service campaign.As part of its engagement strate...

On the spin – slot launch round-up
  • 22 Mar, 2022 07:36
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On the spin – slot launch round-up

As a number of new igaming titles grace the CasinoBeats inbox, sit back and get to grips with a select few new slot games in one handy bite-size chunk.Rich Wilde and the Amulet of Dead – Play’n GORich Wilde...

BetMGM to gain ‘superior payment experience’ through Shift4 agreement
  • 07 Nov, 2021 01:50
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BetMGM to gain ‘superior payment experience’ through Shift4 agreement

Shift4 Payments has struck an alliance with online gaming and sports betting platform BetMGM, which says that the partnership will deliver “a superior payment experience” for customers.The integrated paymen...

AlphaBet Gaming extends Playson’s Bulgarian presence
  • 29 Mar, 2022 04:42
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AlphaBet Gaming extends Playson’s Bulgarian presence

Playson has stressed that it’s “delighted” to extend its presence in the Bulgarian market, after striking an alliance with operator group AlphaBet Gaming.The firm is lauded as boasting “a strong presence” i...

Great Canadian gains all approvals for Apollo business combination
  • 25 Mar, 2022 02:24
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Great Canadian gains all approvals for Apollo business combination

Great Canadian Gaming has announced the receipt of all regulatory approvals required in connection with its previously announced business combination.The arrangement, which was initially agreed in November 2020 before being...

World Series of Poker makes Pennsylvania play
  • 14 Dec, 2021 10:54
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World Series of Poker makes Pennsylvania play

The World Series of Poker is officially live and available to players in the Keystone State, following a successful field trial and approval from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.In recognition of maki...

Jan Jones Blackhurst to discuss social and environmental challenges at SBC Summit North America
  • 24 Jan, 2022 15:26
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Jan Jones Blackhurst to discuss social and environmental challenges at SBC Summit North America

SBC Summit North America delegates will have the chance to learn from one of the gaming industry’s leading experts on social and environmental issues when Caesars Entertainment, board member, Jan Jones Blackhurst,...

Rush Street and CLC introduce PlaySugarHouse retail locations
  • 28 Mar, 2022 11:21
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Rush Street and CLC introduce PlaySugarHouse retail locations

The Connecticut Lottery Corporation, Rush Street Interactive, and Sportech, have launched in-person sports betting at the first of 15 PlaySugarHouse branded retail sportsbooks thr...

Exploring the Indian online gambling opportunity, roundtable continues
  • 06 Mar, 2022 04:25
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Exploring the Indian online gambling opportunity, roundtable continues

India has the potential to be one of the largest online gambling markets in the world, but it is not without its challenges. Patchwork regulation, a vast country with huge cultural differences and unique player preferences are...

Gamingtec links with Red Tiger to enhance slot offerings
  • 01 May, 2022 11:21
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Gamingtec links with Red Tiger to enhance slot offerings

Gamingtec has partnered with Red Tiger in a content deal that enhances the former’s slot offerings to its operators. Under the terms of the deal, operators powered by Gamingtec’s platform will gain access t...

SGA to appeal lowered Genesis & AG Communications sanctions
  • 18 Apr, 2022 14:10
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SGA to appeal lowered Genesis & AG Communications sanctions

The Swedish Gambling Authority has lodged an appeal regarding the calculation of the penalty fees to be handed down to AG Communications and Genesis Global.This follows the Court of Appeal...

MLS Embraces Gambling and Liquor Sponsorships
  • 30 Mar, 2022 18:33
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MLS Embraces Gambling and Liquor Sponsorships

MLS opens up to gambling opportunities Players’ jersey will promote gambling and alcoholic spirits beverages Players under 21 won’t be allowed to carry sponsorship jerseys...

Parx Casino Launches Sports Betting Offer in PA
  • 03 Mar, 2022 16:45
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Parx Casino Launches Sports Betting Offer in PA

Parx Casino launches online sportsbooks Pennsylvania’s regulator approves the launch Parx Casino’s revenue takes a slight tumble in May Parx Casino’s spor...

MGM To Pay $735M as Part of Settlement for Las Vegas Shooting
  • 15 Feb, 2022 01:10
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MGM To Pay $735M as Part of Settlement for Las Vegas Shooting

MGM agrees to compensate victims of the 2017 Las Vegas mass shooting. Between $735 million and $800 million to be paid in 2020. Gaming and hospitality providers urg...

Recent Gambling Expansions Show Americans' Growing Appetite for Casino Games
  • 05 Mar, 2022 12:51
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Recent Gambling Expansions Show Americans’ Growing Appetite for Casino Games

2019 has seen plenty of gambling expansion across the United States, with Michigan, West Virginia, Illinois and Indiana all making room for new gaming opportunities. Gambling Expansion Continues to Spread Across America Il...

Penn Boosts Liquidity through Common Stock and Senior Notes Public Offerings
  • 05 Dec, 2021 11:53
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Penn Boosts Liquidity through Common Stock and Senior Notes Public Offerings

Pennsylvania-based Penn National Gaming Inc announced today it started an underwritten public offering of common stocks, as well as an underwritten offering of convertible senior notes, to the amo...

WPT Signs TV Syndication Deal for Distribution
  • 26 Mar, 2022 10:01
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WPT Signs TV Syndication Deal for Distribution

The World Poker Tour announced that they have signed a syndication deal across different TV channels in all the states to help them spread their product to even more viewers, starting from WPT Series XII. ...

Carson City Police Arrests Man Allegedly Flushing Items in Casino Toilet
  • 03 Feb, 2022 00:57
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Carson City Police Arrests Man Allegedly Flushing Items in Casino Toilet

Carson City Sheriff’s office apprehended two Bridgeport, California residents last week over suspected felony and misdemeanor offenses. One of the residents, male, age 43 allegedly disposed of some items in a casino toilet before he was arrest...

Californian Tribes Win Waiver to Start Sports Betting Referendum
  • 27 Apr, 2022 08:35
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Californian Tribes Win Waiver to Start Sports Betting Referendum

After launching court proceedings on June 9, a coalition of Native American tribes in California will have until October 12 to put a sports betting constitutional amendment up for vote on the 2022 ballot. Tribes Request and Get Ex...

Iran Raids 50 Locations, Seizes 7,000 Bitcoin Mining Rigs
  • 10 Feb, 2022 19:12
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Iran Raids 50 Locations, Seizes 7,000 Bitcoin Mining Rigs

Following an order by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani to temporarily suspend Bitcoin mining in the country, police have stepped in to get offenders in line. Illegal Bitcoin Miners Raided in Police Operation Iran

Detroit’s Casinos Report $108.1 Million in Revenue for June
  • 21 Nov, 2021 05:20
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Detroit’s Casinos Report $108.1 Million in Revenue for June

The Michigan Gaming Control Board has released Detroit’s three casinos’ revenue report for June after they were allowed to open to full capacity on June 22. MGCB released the casinos’ revenue reports for June The Michigan...

High 5 Games Ready to Step into the Netherlands This Fall
  • 01 May, 2022 00:52
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High 5 Games Ready to Step into the Netherlands This Fall

High 5 Games wants to give Dutch gamblers access to some of the most globally popular online slot machines. It won’t be able to do so until the Netherlands turns on its new online gaming market later this year, but, when that happens, High 5 will...

DraftKings Foresees $22 Billion in Handle in Fully Legal Online US Betting Market
  • 13 Nov, 2021 03:27
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DraftKings Foresees $22 Billion in Handle in Fully Legal Online US Betting Market

The sports betting firm has improved its long-term financial projections after publishing strong 2020 results and due to heightened demand in online sports betting. EBITDA Expectations Up to $1.7 billion D...

NV Casinos' Stock Rallies on News of Pfizer Covid Vaccine Breakthrough
  • 10 Dec, 2021 05:02
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NV Casinos’ Stock Rallies on News of Pfizer Covid Vaccine Breakthrough

A new preliminary data by Pfizer Inc. has revealed a new vaccine that shows 90% success in protecting against COVID-19, sending Nevada casino operators’ stock up. News of Vaccine Send Casino Stock up in Nevada Just like an...

Kindred Partners with the Quechan Tribe for Unibet Launch in Arizona
  • 16 Nov, 2021 03:08
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Kindred Partners with the Quechan Tribe for Unibet Launch in Arizona

Kindred-owned sportsbook Unibet has launched sports betting in Arizona, thanks to a 10-year partnership between Kindred and the Quechan Tribe of the Fort Yuma Indian Reservation....

MGM Resorts Agrees to $1.6B Cosmopolitan Operations Purchase
  • 11 Nov, 2021 10:04
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MGM Resorts Agrees to $1.6B Cosmopolitan Operations Purchase

MGM Resorts signed a definitive agreement with Blackstone to acquire the operations at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas for $1.625 billion in cash, the casino company announced today. Buy the...

NY Senator Wants Sports Betting at Racetracks
  • 15 Mar, 2022 22:06
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NY Senator Wants Sports Betting at Racetracks

New York sports betting is set to expand with the launch of mobile applications, which is still a pending process. To make the expansion even bigger, state senator Joseph Addabbo wants to include racetracks and certain other venues. The Sen...

Kewadin Casinos Lower In-person Gambling Age to 18
  • 07 Dec, 2021 12:43
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Kewadin Casinos Lower In-person Gambling Age to 18

Michigan State is seeing part of its casino properties lower their gambling age to 18 starting today. All five Kewadin Casinos properties based in the Great Lakes State are going to allow younger individuals to enter their tribal...