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SharpLink Gaming announced Monday it has entered into a merger agreement to acquire 100% of fantasy and sports game provider SportsHub Games. The conversion solutions provider for the sports betting and iGaming industry will be acquiring SportsHub in an all-stock transaction. Rob Phythian, co-founder and CEO of SharpLink, explained that the acquisition gives SharpLink access to “a large and loyal base of fantasy sports fans who we know are also sports bettors, or would likely become sports bettors when legalized in the states they reside.” “With a thriving ecosystem of cash players, many of whom have money in their user…

PointsBet announced Monday the opening of its PointsBet retail sportsbook in partnership with The Riverboat on the Potomac. The amenity will become Maryland’s latest in-person sorts gaming option. The PointsBet Retail Sportsbook at The Riverboat on the Potomac will feature 21 high-resolution screens, a bar setup with food and beverage offerings, an exclusive lounge area, booth seating and standing room. It is set to provide bettors and sports fans with an “elite sports viewing and betting experience.” In addition, guests visiting the sportsbook, which is part of the larger 1,000-person capacity facility, will “also enjoy the Riverside location with stunning views,”…

B2B online slots provider Endorphina announced that during its upcoming participation at the SBC Summit Barcelona it will be handing out gifts to celebrate its recent award as Best Slots Provider at the SIGMA Awards as well as its 10th anniversary. The company released a statement to announce that it will be “sharing endorphins,” handing out gifts and celebrating its 10th anniversary at Stand H5 during the event, which will be held on September 20-22.  — Endorphina (@EndorphinaGames) September 9, 2022 “It is an event that will bring together leading iGaming and gambling experts together to discuss and elevate the industry,” the…

 September 12, 2022 We review the Dragon Spins online slot, a low volatility 5 reel game with 25 paylines from Revolver Gaming! It comes with 30 fixed lines, a Bonus Round and Bonus Spins, and features both Wild and Scatter Symbols! There are also Multipliers, and the Dragon Spins slot can also travel with you on your mobile device! Travel back in time to the ancient Far East! Try your luck with the legendary dragon in the Dragon Spins slot, a highly volatility game with Free Spins bonus and a chance to win over 9000 time your bet! Receive three…

Gaming supplier Play’n GO announced Thursday the launch of Mount M, its new prehistoric-themed slot. “Creating an experience is what we do best,” the company said about the title, which is set five million years back, at a time when mammoths walked the Earth. In the last month, the supplier also launched Champions of Mithrune, Bull in a Rodeo, Forge of Fortunes, and Leprechaun’s Vault. “In the shadow of Mammoth Mountain, prehistoric men worship the mighty mammoth, asking for health, wealth, and good luck. Ascending to the top of the mountain to perform a sacred ritual, only a fortunate few will…

James Browne TD, the Minister of State in charge of Law Reform, announced Thursday the appointment of Anne Marie Caulfield as the new Chief Executive Officer Designate of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland. Legislation that will provide for the establishment of the country’s new regulatory authority is currently being prepared for publication in autumn. The regulator is expected to become operational in 2023. Plans to establish a gaming regulator were first unveiled in 2019, and a bill that outlined those plans was released in October 2021. The legislation stated that the gambling regulator would have complete power over licensing…

More than 100,000 sports betting attempts have been blocked in Missouri since Kansas launched its legal sports gambling market last week. The figures correspond to fraud prevention and cybersecurity solutions company GeoComply, which is handling security for mobile sportsbooks operational in the Sunflower State. GeoComply, which seeks to make sure users are accessing sportsbook apps legally, has been keeping score since Kansas launched legal sports betting last week, on Sept. 1. Bettors attempting to place wagers on these applications from Missouri –where sports betting remains illegal– the app shuts down. The company has performed about 2.3 million geolocation checks in…

It took years for American sports bets to escape the confines of Las Vegas, but they are making the most of things now. For a long time, bettors in the United Kingdom watched in bewildered amusement as US authorities insisted on keeping sports wagers illegal in most of the country. But no one is laughing now. In just four short years since the Supreme Court decision that opened the door for the regulation of American sports bets everywhere, there are now 36 states which regulate the activity. What’s more is that in four more years the US sports gambling market…

The 25th Annual East Coast Gaming Congress confirmed Friday over 50 speakers for its upcoming edition, including the previously announced presence of Governor of New Jersey Phil Murphy. Top CEOs and scores of other industry experts will be part of the lineup of the event, to take place September 12-13 at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City.  Several hundred gaming industry leaders, legislators, regulators, educators, suppliers, gaming lawyers, media and other stakeholders will attend the conference’s Silver Jubilee to learn more about the trends, challenges and critical issues facing all segments of the gaming industries, a press release says.…

As Massachusetts works on launching its sports betting market, with more than 40 companies having notified regulators of interest in applying for licenses, Treasurer Deborah Goldberg has now urged the Gaming Commission to ensure regulations protect the Lottery. Her push comes as sports betting regulators said this week they are going to take the necessary time to put into place an industry that has “integrity.” “While lawmakers project that sports wagering will generate $60 million in state revenue each year, only $16.5 million, or 27.5%, will be earmarked for unrestricted local aid,” Goldberg said Thursday, according to the Boston Herald.…

Claudio Tapia, President of AFA, said: “We are very happy to present this new agreement with BC.GAME. At AFA, we are always looking for opportunities to harness emerging technologies to improve the experience of our National Team and League fans. This agreement allows us to create new digital products and by this generate a new stream of source of income. We welcome BC.GAME as a new commercial partner of our Association.” Furthermore, Chris Butler, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of BC.GAME, commented: “The Argentine Football Association has proven to be one of the most intuitive organizations on the planet. We, at…

Casinos and racinos operating in Ohio took in $196 million in gambling revenue in August, according to monthly reports released by the Ohio Casino Control Commission and the Ohio Lottery on Tuesday. This represents a slight increase of 0.8% from the $194.2 million posted the same month last year. However, it is 5.2% down from the $206.7 million registered in July 2022. Despite Ohio casinos and racinos no longer appearing to outpace their 2021 totals, 2022 has been a very strong year in the Buckeye State for casino gaming, and it will undoubtedly close out as one of the strongest on record. So far in…

Global Gaming Expo (G2E) has announced that it will welcome Wynn Resorts’ Craig Billings, FanDuel’s Amy Howe, Bally’s Corporation Soo Kim, DraftKings’ Jason Robins, Circa Resort and Casino’s Derek Stevens, and PENN Entertainment’s Jay Snowden to the G2E 2022 keynote stage. The group of seasoned executives will provide insights on the current landscape and direction of the industry when G2E 2022 returns to Las Vegas on October 10-13 at The Venetian Expo. AGA President and CEO Bill Miller said: “We are excited to bring these innovative leaders to the keynote stage at G2E 2022. This all-star panel will provide invaluable…

Sports betting and gaming group Entain announced Friday that its Sports Interaction brand has secured an online gaming license to operate in the recently regulated Ontario market. The permit was granted by the jurisdiction’s regulator, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario. This milestone will see four Entain brands operational in the jurisdiction, as Sports Interaction will sit alongside bwin, Party and BetMGM. Entain acquired Canadian sports betting operator Avid Gaming – the owner of Sports Interaction – earlier this year. The combination of Sports Interaction’s heritage, local expertise and Entain’s global platform “provides customers with an unrivaled experience in the…

iGaming software provider SOFTSWISS announced it is strengthening its position in Latin America by introducing Dario Leiman as new Regional Business Development Manager (LatAm) for the Game Aggregator team. The SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator is the most in-demand company product. Leiman is a professional with a long-standing background in the iGaming and entertainment industry, SOFTSWISS says. Starting his career at Mikohn Las Vegas and then GamingSigns, he gained “strong leadership and analytical skills” combined with experience in business development, growth marketing, and project management. Another field of professional interest for Leiman is the crypto industry. His experience as a crypto consultant and strategist…

Sports betting operator PointsBet announced Wednesday it has named former quarterback and football analyst Ryan Leaf as the newest addition to its talent roster. Leaf, who joined ESPN in 2019 as a college football analyst and is a regular contributor on SportsCenter and College Football Live, will be hosting The Straight Line with Ryan Leaf, which will be broadcasted four times a week with NFL editions on Monday, Thursday, and Friday and a college football edition on Wednesday.  The Straight Line with Ryan Leaf features NFL and College Football storylines with wagering analysis targeting spreads, totals, player props, futures, and more. We’re…