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Tom Horn enters Belarus by signing a contract with PariMatch
  • 17 Mar, 2022 16:41
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Tom Horn enters Belarus by signing a contract with PariMatch

At the end of March, developer Tom Horn Gaming announced a contract with PariMatch. The Belarusian bookmaker/casino website now offers Tom Horn slot machines. It is one of the first slot providers to enter this market.

Interview with the business development manager at Playson. Translation
  • 21 Jan, 2022 00:17
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Interview with the business development manager at Playson. Translation

Lars Kollind is the Business Development Manager at Playson. He spoke with an employee of European Gaming and talked about his experience in the company, as well as the work of the company itself. Below is a translation of the interview.

Playson hosts Welcome 2021 tournament, €70,000 up for grabs
  • 29 Apr, 2022 20:25
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Playson hosts Welcome 2021 tournament, €70,000 up for grabs

From December 31, 2020 to January 10, 2021, Playson is hosting the Welcome 2021 tournament. The developer will share the €70,000 prize pool among 500 participants who score more points on their slots for prize combinations....

Will Boris Johnson support a ban on gambling ads in football?
  • 16 Nov, 2021 20:00
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Will Boris Johnson support a ban on gambling ads in football?

According to The Daily Telegraph, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is likely to support a ban on gambling ads on soccer jerseys. They refer to sources close to the ruling circle.

Microgaming taps into esports through partnership with Unikrn
  • 20 Apr, 2022 06:51
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Microgaming taps into esports through partnership with Unikrn

On July 13, Microgaming announced a partnership with Unikrn to enter the esports betting market. Now more than 800 casinos that use the Microgaming platform will be able to offer players bets on Counter Strike, Dota 2, League of Legends an...

  • 11 Mar, 2022 21:30
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“Let the games begin” with 888 Poker Italia

888 Holdings, the online gaming and solutions provider, has announced that its poker vertical has successfully launched on the Italian market.888 Poker, “the world’s second largest poker si...

Launch: Rise of Olympus – Play’n Go
  • 11 Nov, 2021 18:08
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Launch: Rise of Olympus – Play’n Go

Rise of Olympus, an adventure based on the gods of Greek legend, is the latest slot release from gaming content developer Play’n Go.RELEASE DATEOut now.THE PITCH

Live Super Sic Bo – Evolution Gaming
  • 23 Mar, 2022 11:52
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Live Super Sic Bo – Evolution Gaming

Live Super Sic Bo is lauded as “an exciting take on the classic dice game” by live casino specialists Evolution Gaming.RELEASE DATELive Super Sic Bo streams from Evolution’s primary...

Rush Street and French Lick introduce Indiana’s first mobile sportsbook
  • 17 Nov, 2021 11:28
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Rush Street and French Lick introduce Indiana’s first mobile sportsbook

Punters in the state of Indiana can legally place internet wagers for the first time from today, courtesy of Rush Street Interactive and a partnership alongside French Lick Resort.The Hoosier State’s first...

Betfred to pay £322,000 after UKGC receives convicted fraudster tip-off
  • 26 Mar, 2022 07:16
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Betfred to pay £322,000 after UKGC receives convicted fraudster tip-off

Betfred is to pay a £322,000 regulatory settlement package after the UK Gambling Commission received a tip-off that a convicted fraudster had been spending stolen money through several gambling operators.Th...

PartyCasino.Fun secures esports link through Enthusiast Gaming deal
  • 20 Nov, 2021 20:24
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PartyCasino.Fun secures esports link through Enthusiast Gaming deal

GVC Holdings’ PartyCasino.Fun has entered into a sponsorship and partnership agreement with Enthusiast Gaming Holdings, alongside its esports division Luminosity Gaming.Canadian digital med...

H5G furthers European ambition via Malta office
  • 07 Apr, 2022 23:39
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H5G furthers European ambition via Malta office

Independent casino games provider High 5 Games has unveiled the latest stage of its ongoing international strategy of expanding its presence across Europe, by opening a new Malta office.Coming ahead of the firm’s appearance...

888casino ‘proud’ to add Skywind Group portfolio
  • 05 Feb, 2022 23:29
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888casino ‘proud’ to add Skywind Group portfolio

Global online gaming entertainment and solutions provider 888 Holdings has added titles from Skywind Group to its 888casino brand.After signing a deal alongside casino software developer Eyecon

Stakelogic secures ISO 27001 accreditation
  • 20 Dec, 2021 20:47
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Stakelogic secures ISO 27001 accreditation

Game developer Stakelogic has continued in its bid to establish itself as both a reputable and responsible online casino game developer after securing ISO 27001 accreditation for its information security managemen...

Wazdan enhances global reach with MrSlotty link-up
  • 29 Dec, 2021 12:17
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Wazdan enhances global reach with MrSlotty link-up

Wazdan has announced a further extension of its global igaming reach after rolling-out a new partnership with slots provider MrSlotty which will see the firm’s titles be brought to a variety of casino partners acr...

US expansion continues with Gan set for Michigan entry
  • 14 Apr, 2022 10:13
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US expansion continues with Gan set for Michigan entry

Expansion across the US is set to continue for Gan, after the supplier of online gaming software, services and content provided further detail regarding the firm’s entry into Michigan.The company has issued further informat...

SBTech enhances global presence with Bet.co.za deal
  • 31 Dec, 2021 13:16
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SBTech enhances global presence with Bet.co.za deal

Technology supplier SBTech has entered the South African market as it announced the launch of its full sportsbook and igaming platform with South Africa’s online and mobile sports betting brand Bet.co.za.Th...

Synot confirms StarCasinò Italy content partnership
  • 12 Dec, 2021 11:52
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Synot confirms StarCasinò Italy content partnership

Content supplier Synot Games has announced an agreement with StarCasinò Italy, part of the Betsson Group, which will give the operator’s customers access to the best of its Italy certified content...

BetGames.TV takes content catalogue to Apuesta Total
  • 01 Apr, 2022 10:17
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BetGames.TV takes content catalogue to Apuesta Total

BetGames.TV has added further depth to its Latin American presence after partnering with Peruvian operator Apuesta Total, continuing a concerted effort across the region.Boasting more than 400 local retail...

BetPlay partnerships secures Colombian poker first
  • 06 Mar, 2022 15:18
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BetPlay partnerships secures Colombian poker first

Colombian operator BetPlay has become the first entity to offer a legal poker platform in the country courtesy of a joint venture between Italtronic and ESA Gaming. Asserting that it’s “thr...

Boyd Gaming reaffirms confidence in COVID recovery
  • 04 May, 2022 03:54
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Boyd Gaming reaffirms confidence in COVID recovery

Boyd Gaming Corporation has reaffirmed a commitment to its ongoing recovery strategy, lauding continued operational efforts in a lower-revenue environment.The comments come as the operator publishes its third quarter tradin...

Wynn Resorts and Golden Nugget outline Michigan launch strategies
  • 16 Dec, 2021 08:08
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Wynn Resorts and Golden Nugget outline Michigan launch strategies

Wynn Resorts has documented a further expansion of its WynnBet casino and sports betting app, as the entity joins Golden Nugget Online Gaming in making the final preparation for impending debuts i...

Blockchain platform Truegame gains Curaçao licence
  • 13 Apr, 2022 10:39
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Blockchain platform Truegame gains Curaçao licence

Blockchain-based igaming platform Truegame has been awarded a gaming licence in the  Curaçao jurisdiction.In a statement, Truegame said it considered the licence to be one of the most significantmilesto...

Louisiana sports betting to outshine expectations
  • 09 Apr, 2022 07:06
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Louisiana sports betting to outshine expectations

A unique sports betting bill structure, balanced tax rate, and natural advantages could transform Louisiana into a market that attracts over $2.5bn in annual wagering and more than $200m in operator revenue, say analysts.With Governor

GambleAware issues call for PhD grant awards
  • 25 Jan, 2022 02:55
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GambleAware issues call for PhD grant awards

GambleAware has issued a call for applications from universities and other research institutions in Great Britain to fund three-year PhD studentships. The UK charity is offering a total of six grants for 2021/22, with each...

SBC Leaders membership expands ahead of SBC Summit Barcelona
  • 27 Apr, 2022 13:33
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SBC Leaders membership expands ahead of SBC Summit Barcelona

SBC Leaders has grown to 60 member companies ahead of its biggest meet-up to date, at this month’s SBC Summit Barcelona conference and exhibition.PAF, Apuesta Total,

Big-name speaker line-up to examine  future of igaming at SBC Summit Barcelona
  • 06 Jan, 2022 21:32
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Big-name speaker line-up to examine future of igaming at SBC Summit Barcelona

Next week’s SBC Summit Barcelona conference and exhibition is set to see an in-depth examination of the future direction of the online casino sector, delivered by a high-level speaker line-up that includes Fredrik Elmqvist...

GGPoker announces full launch in the Netherlands
  • 02 Dec, 2021 05:43
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GGPoker announces full launch in the Netherlands

GGPoker has confirmed that it is now accepting players at full capacity within the Netherlands, after ironing out a series of kinks during a prior soft launch period.The online poker room operated by NSUS Malta became one o...

MGM details ‘the next evolution’ of responsible gaming
  • 03 May, 2022 00:57
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MGM details ‘the next evolution’ of responsible gaming

MGM Resorts has detailed a strengthened commitment to responsible gaming, in a move the group asserts represents “the next evolution” in enabling in-person and online players make responsible, informed decisions.Making the...

Colorado ends array of near misses to topple $500m
  • 30 Jan, 2022 17:47
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Colorado ends array of near misses to topple $500m

Colorado continued a hot streak that began in September during the first 31 days of 2022, after ending an array of near misses to finally score the state’s maiden $500m wagering month.The Centennial State’s online and retail sportsbook acce...

Delasport hits new milestone with Danish market entry
  • 16 Dec, 2021 01:13
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Delasport hits new milestone with Danish market entry

Delasport has reached another milestone in its international expansion strategy after receiving the green light to enter the Danish market.Following the receipt of a new GLI certification, the solutions provider will make i...

Gambling Initiatives in Nebraska Likely Excluded from November Ballot
  • 09 Jan, 2022 12:25
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Gambling Initiatives in Nebraska Likely Excluded from November Ballot

Issues with the language were found in the gambling initiatives in Nebraska by the office of the Secretary of State. The described issues may result in the petitions not being a part of the ballot in November. Secretary of State i...

Madanzhiev Frustrated with WSOP's Decision to Run New Main Event
  • 09 Jan, 2022 02:05
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Madanzhiev Frustrated with WSOP’s Decision to Run New Main Event

51st Annual WSOP Main Event Winner, Stoyan Madanzhiev, reacts to WSOP deciding to strip his title and introduce a new, “real” Main Event. Madanzhiev Expresses Frustration with WSOP’s Decision Bulgarian player

Colorado Hits $1.13bn in Wagers through December 2020
  • 17 Dec, 2021 06:53
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Colorado Hits $1.13bn in Wagers through December 2020

The state of Colorado has crossed the $1-billion threshold in sports betting handle, marking a continuous growth for the sports betting industry in the state in 2020. Colorado’s December Betting Results Remain Strong

Caesars Secures Initial Stake in DFS Platform SuperDraft
  • 17 Apr, 2022 22:00
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Caesars Secures Initial Stake in DFS Platform SuperDraft

Leading betting and gaming firm Caesars has struck a strategic partnership with daily fantasy sports platform SuperDraft. As part of the partnership, Caesars has obtained an initial minority equity position. SuperDraft Teams up wi...

The Seminole Tribe Holds the Key to Florida Sports Betting Legalization
  • 22 Mar, 2022 20:24
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The Seminole Tribe Holds the Key to Florida Sports Betting Legalization

Florida is one of the states that is yet to legalize sports betting, having made several unsuccessful legislative attempts so far. Witnessing how other states have cashed in on sports books may turn out to be the...

Wind Creek Adds Scientific Games Titles in Pennsylvania
  • 17 Mar, 2022 07:29
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Wind Creek Adds Scientific Games Titles in Pennsylvania

Wind Creek Bethlehem has strengthened its online footprint through another partnership with Scientific Games, this time focusing on the operator’s iGaming business.  SG Now Powers Wind Creek’s iGaming Portfolio in Pennsylvania

Warning Labels for Online Gambling Are Hard to Find Study Shows
  • 30 Apr, 2022 05:35
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Warning Labels for Online Gambling Are Hard to Find Study Shows

A survey conducted by researchers at the University of Warwick and CQUniversity Australia deemed warning labels and information on the risks of gambling hard to find and easily misunderstood. Warning Labels Are Ineffectiv...

Nevada Extends COVID-19 Restrictions until January 15
  • 24 Nov, 2021 21:55
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Nevada Extends COVID-19 Restrictions until January 15

The existing COVID-19 restrictions in Nevada will last until January 15, announced Governor Steve Sisolak. Although the pandemic is still ongoing, the Governor revealed that for the moment, the casino industry will remain operational, helping...

Vbet Gets License for Operating Casino and Poker in Ukraine
  • 31 Mar, 2022 11:46
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Vbet Gets License for Operating Casino and Poker in Ukraine

BetConstruct’s business-to-consumer brand Vbet has been approved by the Ukrainian gambling and lottery regulator KRAIL for a license for operating online casinos and poker in the country. With per...

Sweden Publishes a Memorandum on Stricter Gambling Advertising
  • 28 Jan, 2022 12:21
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Sweden Publishes a Memorandum on Stricter Gambling Advertising

A new proposal in Sweden calls for stricter rules for gambling advertising. The proposal calls for special moderation in gambling ads similar to the moderation used for alcohol advertising. With this move, the country aims to reduce gambling a...

The Race to Control Nagasaki’s Casino Resort Heats Up
  • 23 Feb, 2022 17:10
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The Race to Control Nagasaki’s Casino Resort Heats Up

Substantial progress is being made in Nagasaki as the prefecture looks to win the rights to host one of the first three integrated resorts (IR) expected to be built in Japan. Three candidates were ultimately shortlisted as potential operators of t...

Oscar Valdez vs Robson Conceicao Odds, Date, and Where to Watch
  • 11 Nov, 2021 09:49
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Oscar Valdez vs Robson Conceicao Odds, Date, and Where to Watch

The Oscar Valdez vs Robson Conceicao bout is set for Friday, September 10 at 11 PM ET. If you are just tuning in, then it’s worth knowing that the winner of the fight will emerge as the next WBC super-featherweigh...

PGCB Fines Operator and Bans Three Irresponsible Parents
  • 30 Jan, 2022 06:28
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PGCB Fines Operator and Bans Three Irresponsible Parents

Allowing underage bettors to gamble has earned Parx Casino operator Greenwood Gaming and Entertainment a $10,000 fine by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. The board also took...

Ohio's Gambling Market Sets a Yearly Record, and the Year's Not Even Over
  • 10 Dec, 2021 14:33
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Ohio’s Gambling Market Sets a Yearly Record, and the Year’s Not Even Over

Ohio’s casinos, racinos and bingo halls have broken the record for the entire year with $2.11 billion in gambling revenue. This is $120 million more than the 2019 record, according to Tuesday’s report from the Ohio Casino Control and Lottery Commi...

Iowa Likely to Consider iGaming But Not in 2022, Asserts Gaming Group Exec
  • 20 Jan, 2022 11:21
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Iowa Likely to Consider iGaming But Not in 2022, Asserts Gaming Group Exec

Online casinos will, at some point, become a standard fixture in most, if not all, states. It won’t happen overnight and a lot of resistance is likely. Some states may be more amenable to the idea, including Iowa. The leader of a group that repres...

Leap Gaming Launches Titles on ComeOn Group via Relax Gaming
  • 17 Dec, 2021 17:00
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Leap Gaming Launches Titles on ComeOn Group via Relax Gaming

Leap Gaming will distribute its content of award-winning casino games on iGaming operator ComeOn Group’s network and specifically in the Nordics markets and any markets covered by the companies’ Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) license. The distributi...

Bookies Flag Possible Game Rigging in Scottish Soccer Match
  • 29 Apr, 2022 03:22
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Bookies Flag Possible Game Rigging in Scottish Soccer Match

Match-fixing seems to be an inevitable part of the nature of sports competitions, and while the sports betting industry may share some of the blame – after all, why rig a game unless you stand to benefit from a bet you have made – the industry is...

UKGC Issues Fines to Two Operators over Social Responsibility Breaches
  • 10 Nov, 2021 21:53
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UKGC Issues Fines to Two Operators over Social Responsibility Breaches

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has issued updates today, citing the names of two gaming companies that have breached social responsibility protocols. The two casinos will now have to pay a collective fine of roughly $1.80 million. The businesse...

Bet365 and the UFC Expand Partnership with a New Channel
  • 16 Jan, 2022 04:20
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Bet365 and the UFC Expand Partnership with a New Channel

The British online gambling company Bet365 continues to strengthen its ties with the Ultimate Fighting Championship by introducing a new UFC-focused YouTube channel. Bet365 Launches One on One with Laura S...

PointsBet Issues Financial Health Report, Shows Revenue Improvement
  • 03 Apr, 2022 01:51
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PointsBet Issues Financial Health Report, Shows Revenue Improvement

Australia-based sports betting operator wants to have a place on the global stage, and its entrance into the US market is going to help. The company has provided an update to its financial health, reporting its revenue for the first half of its cu...

Di Loreto Steps Down from His Position as Nueva Codere’s CEO
  • 09 Dec, 2021 11:56
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Di Loreto Steps Down from His Position as Nueva Codere’s CEO

Nueva Codere CEO Vicente Di Loreto is stepping down from his post in the company with a plan in place for his replacement. He will be succeeded by a pair of executives who will serve as co-chief executives. Nueva Codere Un...

The humble beginnings of NetEnt and Evolution. The story of the founder of NetEnt
  • 10 Feb, 2022 04:18
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The humble beginnings of NetEnt and Evolution. The story of the founder of NetEnt

NetEntertainment, now known as NetEnt, was founded in 1996. The Gaming Intelligence website published an article in which Pontus Lindwall talks about how it all began. For NetEnt, he did not envision the grandiose prospects that the compan...