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Macau casinos have seen gaming revenue surge in January amid China’s reopening and the week-long Lunar New Year. These factors sparked an influx of visitors to the gambling hub, fueling optimism that the city is finally leaving the worst days of the Covid pandemic behind. On Wednesday, Macau’s Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau announced that gross gaming revenue climbed 82.5% last month from a year earlier to 11.6 billion patacas ($1.4 billion). The figures beat the median estimate of a 36.5% increase, according to analysts surveyed by Bloomberg. Tens of thousands of tourists streamed daily into Macau’s casinos and picturesque…

A senior Virginia Republican legislator indicated this week that his bill to legalize and tax “skill game” machines is dead. However, the lawmaker believes the battle to regulate these electronic gaming machines, which have become prevalent in gas stations, pubs, and other places across the state, is far from over.“It’s dead through the legislative process,” House Majority Leader Terry Kilgore told the Associated Press. His bill was due to be discussed on Tuesday but didn’t get a hearing. According to the lawmaker, it is unlikely that the bill will pass during this session due to difficulty gaining support from other…

The National Basketball Association has joined our friends at the American Gaming Association and their Have A Game Plan: Bet Responsibly public service campaign. Through the partnership, the NBA and AGA will educate basketball fans on the fundamentals of responsible sports wagering by providing turnkey resources for use by the league’s 30 teams.  Campaign content will include in-venue, broadcast, digital and social media promotion. Launched in 2019, AGA’s Bet Responsibly campaign unites the sports betting ecosystem around a common consumer education platform, focusing on the four principles of responsible wagering for those who choose to bet: Set a budget and…

Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) announced Tuesday it has completed a previously announced deal with an “established” land-based and digital casino operator in Switzerland. The agreement calls for the provision of GiG’s player account management platform (PAM), following a Head of Terms agreement unveiled on January 10, 2023.  “The deal carries extra significance as confirmation of GiG’s first entry into the Swiss iGaming marketplace,” the company said in a statement. “GiG’s arrival extends its growing footprint within Europe, as part of a wider commitment to localized specialization in complex regulated markets, worldwide.” GiG said its proprietary Platform “is well positioned to…

The New York State Restaurant Association is lobbying state lawmakers to expand gaming licenses to include restaurants, arguing on-premises betting will boost the industry’s “economic arsenal” as restaurants continue to struggle with a “harsh economic environment,” reports Long Island Business News.  Prior to the pandemic, the restaurant sector was a $50 billion industry in New York, producing $4 billion a year in sales tax revenue, according to an association statement. However, the trade group maintains that higher costs, supply-chain disruptions and staffing shortages have cut into restaurant profits over the past few years.  Melissa Fleischut, president and CEO of the…

Gaming manufacturer and supplier Ainsworth confirmed its attendance at the upcoming ICE London tradeshow. At NOVOMATIC’s booth S7-150, the company will showcase “a select line of products designed for the Latin American and European markets.” The company will present the A-Star cabinets, including the A-Star Curve, A-Star Dual & Slant, which take Ainsworth to the next level with a “meticulously crafted” line of cabinets that encompasses a “sleek modular design, spectacular new curved and dual-screen format, dynamic LED lighting, and a state-of-the-art LCD touchscreen button deck.” The A-Star will showcase a comprehensive library of new game titles – including the Multi Win…

As sports betting operators gear up for the fiercest marketing battle during this year’s Super Bowl, going as far to sell out FOX’s ad capacity well in advance of the event, Charles R. Taylor, professor of marketing at the Villanova University School of Business, is available to discuss breaking news about advertisers ahead of game day. He has some predictions about what we may see on Super Sunday. First, while a few advertisers may attempt to stand out with brand activism messages, we will see less emphasis on controversial social messages than in other recent Super Bowls. With a 30…

Gaming products manufacturer and distributor SUZOHAPP has announced its first installation of self-service sports betting terminals at the newly opened Fanatics Sportsbook in Maryland, the first inside an NFL stadium, at FedExField in Landover. The Fanatics Sportsbook spans 5,000 square feet and features eight betting windows, 21 SUZOHAPP self-service betting kiosks, 2 giant LED Video Walls, 38 TV monitors, and a full-service restaurant with a wide variety of food options. The sportsbook stands alongside the Washington Commanders Team Store, also operated by Fanatics, building a complete fan experience. “Now, in one location, fans can place a sports wager, buy team merchandise,…

Sports technology company Sportradar announced Tuesday that the Massachusetts Gaming Commission has granted its US betting subsidiary, Sportradar Solutions LLC, a Temporary Sports Wagering Vendor License for Massachusetts. Legal, in-person sports betting in the Bay State launched on January 31. Sportradar now holds 44 licenses, or equivalent, in North America across US states, territories, tribes, and Canada. The company offers services to a wide range of clients operating within these jurisdictions, “advancing transparency and integrity, and delivering accurate sports data to sanctioned sports betting and gaming agencies,” the company stated. 📣 Massachusetts Gaming Commission has granted Sportradar a temporary Sports Wagering…

Gambling solutions developer Aruze Gaming announced Tuesday the departure of its US branch president Robert Ziems. Meanwhile, Yugo Kinoshita, the current Global CEO, will be taking on the company’s day-to-day operations as Aruze launches a search to identify the next leader of the US branch. The transition takes effect on March 1, 2023. The company has kicked off the year with a number of announcements. The developer confirmed its attendance at the upcoming ICE London, which is set to take place on February 7-9 at ExCel London. According to the event organizers, this year’s edition is set to be the biggest…

This week’s were talking about sports betting news with the Super Bowl just two weeks away. Our gambling news focuses on sports betting advertising and marketing, and the growing concerns that bonuses, free bets, and credit card use will lead to more gambling addiction. Hello friends, and welcome to This Week in Gambling. our last show before I take a week off and head to London for the International Casino Expo! So, this show had better be good! While I’m away, the Super Bowl will play! And FanDuel has seized this opportunity to put their name right in the middle…

International Game Technology (IGT) announced Monday that it has received a ‘B’ score in climate change from environmental non-profit CDP, recognizing the company for “demonstrating improved environmental disclosure and performance.” IGT received a higher-than-average score compared to other information technology and software development companies. Formerly known as the Carbon Disclosure Project, CDP’s B score recognizes IGT for taking coordinated actions on climate issues and represents an improvement from the company’s 2021 score. Within CDP’s assessment, IGT excelled in several categories, including governance oversight and emission reduction initiatives, notes the company. Wendy Montgomery, IGT SVP of Marketing, Communications and Sustainability, said: “Over…

Two products developed by iGaming software provider SOFTSWISS, the Jackpot Aggregator and Sportsbook, are now going live with a cross-product integration. Clients who choose the Sportsbook solution will get simultaneous access to jackpot campaigns, “an effective business tool to assist player acquisition, engagement, and retention.”  According to the company, this step “extends the functionality of the sports betting platform, reinforcing it with engaging jackpot mechanics, and continues the line of bonus proposals.” The launch of jackpots in the Sportsbook is expected to increase player retention and operator revenue by “capturing the audience’s attention through exciting storylines and new winning options.” At the…

A Pennsylvania lawmaker said he plans to propose the legalization of esports betting in the Keystone State. In a memo sent to House colleagues, State Representative Ed Neilson claimed that Pennsylvania should “quickly add esports” to its gaming portfolio. According to Neilson, a multi-million dollar facility is being built in Philadelphia dedicated to esports events such as video game tournaments, highlighting the interest in this form of entertainment. The esports industry was worth more than $1.2 billion and could be worth nearly $5.5 billion by 2029, according to Fortune Business Insights.  Speaking at the Casino Esports Conference in Atlantic City,…

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iGaming player retention and engagement services provider Enteractive announced Friday that it has appointed John Foster to Head of B2B Sales in Europe and Asia, reporting to Chief Business Officer Andrew Foster. The company noted that the appointment further strengthens its B2B team as it expands into regulated markets worldwide.  Foster brings a wealth of sales knowledge to this role with over 20+ years of experience across multiple sectors, including iGaming, Advertising, and Media & Hospitality, notes the business. Before joining Enteractive, he worked with other companies within the sector such as iGamingGroup. Andrew Foster, Enteractive CBO, commented: “In the…