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Oh, joy of joys. The Las Vegas Grand Prix is making a return for 2024, along with all the construction and traffic headaches it brings. But those things aren’t important because they only inconvenience the general public, while the big corporations rake in millions. So mark your calendars, as this fall will once again bring chaos and race cars to Sin City. The Las Vegas Grand Prix announced the timeline and options for tickets to the event, taking place just before Thanksgiving, November 21st through 23rd. Tickets will go on sale to the public on Monday, March 25. Nevada residents…

Hard Rock Casino Rockford is banking on innovation as it pushes ahead with construction, aiming for an August 2024 completion date. The casino, spanning 180,000 square feet, is swiftly taking shape as construction crews work to meet deadlines.Geno Iafrate, president of Hard Rock Casino Rockford, expressed optimism about the project’s timeline, noting minimal weather-related disruptions. “I think we maybe had one or two days where we were impacted by weather,” he told WREX.com. “But we were pouring concrete outside in the middle of December in Northern Illinois. When has that ever happened?” The casino recently opened its doors to the public…

Thailand’s House Committee on Casino Legalization has concluded its study, affirming the feasibility of regulation, and is poised to present its findings to parliament next week. Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat, who heads the special House committee, stated on Tuesday that the investigation had been finalized, yielding comprehensive insights into the matter, Bangkok Post reported. Should the House endorse the study, it will be submitted to the cabinet for approval and subsequent implementation, he confirmed. Sorawong Thienthong, secretary-general of the coalition-core Pheu Thai Party and vice-chairman of the House committee, disclosed that the panel anticipates completing its study by Thursday,…

Swedish gambling authority Spelinspektionen and the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) have renewed their gambling-related Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)  to further solidify the collaboration between the two regulatory bodies. The extended MoU aims to continue fostering information sharing and cooperation on best practices in gambling regulation. This renewal builds upon an initial agreement between the two regulators established in November 2019. The decision to renew the MoU was reached at Spelinspektionen’s industry seminar held on March 5 at the Vasateatern in Stockholm. Sarah Gardner, Deputy Chief Executive Officer at the UKGC, and Camilla Rosenberg, Director General at Spelinspektionen, officially signed the…

The Borgata Casino and their partners at BetMGM Poker have announce the return of the Borgata Spring Poker Open, taking place from April 29th to May 14th. The series consists of three anchor events with over $4,000,000 in guarantees. Beginning April 1st, players can reserve their Spring Poker Open seats online through the BetMGM website. Through April and May, BetMGM Poker will offer weekly Borgata Spring Poker Open Packages, which include entries to various SPO events, a Borgata hotel stay, and credit. The site will also offer nightly seat-only qualifiers and online registration to most SPO events. Players can win…

Agua Caliente Casinos’ Rancho Mirage resort is set to host the Casino Esport Conference (CEC) next week, running from March 19 to 21. Founded by brothers Ben and Ari Fox, the 2024 CEC Live integrates esports, virtual and augmented reality, table games, and new forms of entertainment. The event will showcase keynote speakers from esports, casino gaming, and technology, complemented by various workshops, panels, and networking opportunities, the conference’s organizers noted. It’s no coincidence the event is being held at an Agua Caliente Casinos property. Agua Caliente currently holds weekly esports tournaments in its 360 Sports restaurant and bar at Cathedral City,…

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) reaffirmed its commitment to promoting responsible gaming practices as March marks the onset of Problem Gambling Awareness Month. With a focus on raising awareness and offering resources to address problem gambling behaviors, the Board said it prioritizes the well-being of individuals engaged in gaming activities across the state. Celebrating the one-year anniversary of its informative podcast series, Double Down Michigan, launched in March 2023, the MGCB continues its efforts to educate Michigan citizens about the state’s gaming industry. Hosted by MGCB Executive Director Henry Williams, the podcast features discussions with industry experts on topics…

In this analysis, 1xBet discusses the benefits of the 1xPartners affiliate program, along with the keys behind developing a media business and making a stable profit. The largest conference, SBC Summit Rio 2024, dedicated to betting and gambling industry development, is now held in Rio de Janeiro. The Windsor Exhibition Center brought together representatives of 900 leading operators and over 300 affiliates, including 1xBet, which received the event’s Premium Sponsor status. Brand managers are happy to answer questions about industry trends and discuss the benefits of the 1xPartners affiliate program.  Affiliate marketing Affiliate marketing has long become a profitable business…

Mobile sports betting and internet poker are great, but where are all the online casinos in America? Several states have now regulated web based casino games like slots, craps, and roulette. And now is the time that industry experts believe more and more states to move toward regulation! Hello friends! St Patrick’s Day is upon us, and Las Vegas is filled with Irish pubs and parties to help you celebrate! More on that in just a moment. Up first, online casinos are set to explode across America, and that is this week’s big story! 38 states now allow some form…

Caesars Sportsbook is now accepting mobile sports wagers across North Carolina. The company was among the eight sportsbooks that secured licenses from state regulators ahead of the online betting market launch on Monday. Sports bettors 21 and older across the state can now place bets with the Caesars Sportsbook app on mobile or via desktop. The development follows news earlier in the month that Caesars had become the first sportsbook in North Carolina to offer mobile sports wagering by launching on Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Tribal Lands and at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort and Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino…

Casino gaming provider Zitro will exhibit new releases for its GLARE cabinet line at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention (IGA) 2024, held at the Anaheim Convention Center in California, from April 8 to 11.Located at booth 1454, the showcase will highlight the company’s pledge for innovation and excellence in gaming, as well as its commitment to the Tribal Gaming market, Zitro said in a statement.As per the company, it has achieved remarkable success in the country in the past year, expanding to 14 states and reaching over 90 casinos. Zitro said growth tripled during the time as a result of its…

Inspired Entertainment has announced the launch of its newest virtual sports soccer products V-Play Torneo (also known as V-Play Knockout Cup), V-Play City Park Dog; and V-Play Football Ultra 2 on Planetwin365’s online platform and retail network in Italy.Planetwin365 is the flagship brand of Italian multichannel sportsbook operator SKS365. It becomes one of the first Italian operators to launch V-Play Torneo, which offers ultra-realistic graphics and eight games taking place across a two-minute tournament. “V-Play Torneo treats players to the highlights of Quarterfinal, Semifinal, and Final Games, building anticipation until the crowning of the ultimate champion,” the B2B provider of…

Another great St. Patrick’s Day game, we get a look at the Finn and the Candy Spin online slot from Net Entertainment! This is a 5 reel game with 5 rows, and marks the third game to feature Finn, everyone’s favorite sugar-loving leprechaun! One unique feature is the Swirly Spin game mechanic, where the symbols swirl in a clockwise direction around the reels! There are Wild Symbol and Free Spins, four unique game features, and four delicious worlds to visit! Embark on a delightful journey into the sugary universe of Finn and the Candy Spin, a fresh creation by NetEnt…

 March 9, 2024 The idea of expanding internet gambling is being tossed about. In fact, the topic of Maryland, California, and New York online gambling was recently discussed at an industry event. And while many believe that the mess in California makes the idea improbable, the other states have real chances to make it happen. Rhode Island recently became the seventh state to offer regulated online casino gambling. The first six states where Connecticut, Delaware, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania,  and West Virginia. Nearly 40 states regulate online sports betting, but remember that is not the same as casino gaming, or…

Casino and sportsbook platform provider Soft2Bet has won the In-House Innovation of the Year category at this year’s EGR Nordics Awards 2024.“The Nordic markets are among the most competitive online gaming regions in the world and Soft2Bet is delighted to have won this prestigious prize thanks to Motivational Engineering Gaming Application (MEGA), the industry-leading and newly-redesigned gamification system the group unveiled at ICE London 2024,” the company said in a statement. Soft2Bet said the award is a recognition of the growth MEGA has generated for the company, with its features promising operators to drive player engagement through gamification and social gameplay.MEGA…

A complaint has been lodged with the UK’s Charity Commission against GambleAware, a grant-making body supported by the gambling industry, accusing the organization of disseminating inaccurate information to the British public regarding gambling-related harm.The Charity Commission has confirmed receiving a complaint, filed by The Good Law Project, an independent non-profit, which argues GambleAware’s discourse is “promoted by the gambling industry” and aims to shift the blame from aggressive advertising and harmful products to individual gamblers. The complainant expresses concerns about GambleAware’s ties to the industry and questions the Bet Regret campaign, suggesting it places blame on individual gamblers. Similar reservations…