Author: OnlineGamblingDaily

International trade group Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM) has issued an update on two upcoming industry events: the Emerging Leaders of Gaming (ELG) 40 Under 40 program, maintained by two AGEM Associate Members —The Innovation Group and Global Gaming Business magazine; and the Business Insight Seminars hosted by AGEM Associate Member JP Morgan Chase. The deadline for nominations to the ELG’s 40 Under 40 is quickly approaching, with submissions due August 15. Individuals can be self-nominated or nominated by a peer here. ELG’s program recognizes individuals in gaming organizations under the age of 40 who have contributed “above and…

The Gaming Technologies Association (GTA) announced Thursday the appointment of Anthony Ball as Board Chair and Cameron Louis as Vice Chair. The announcement was made at the Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE), which took place this week at ICC Sydney, Australia, on August 9-11, organized by GTA. Ball, who serves as General Manager, Government & Industry Relations ANZ/APAC at Aristocrat, succeeds Adrian Halpenny, who has held the position of Chair for over nine years.  As for Louis, the new Vice Chair, currently serves as Managing Director at Aruze Gaming Australia. GTA is the representative body for Australia’s gaming machine technology suppliers. …

Caesars Entertainment and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians announced Wednesday a partnership in the development of Caesars Virginia, which officially breaks ground in Danville this week. The $650 million project “will be a tourism engine and economic driver for Danville and the broader region,” the parties said.  The full-service entertainment facility is set to create “thousands” of construction and operational jobs, and is scheduled to open in late 2024. It will include a 500-room hotel and a world-class casino gaming floor with over 1,300 slots, 85 live table games, 24 electronic table games, a WSOP poker room and a…

Ainsworth’s iGaming division, Ainsworth Interactive, has joined forces with online gaming and sports betting company BetWarrior, which has a presence in Argentina and more than 10 countries. Under the deal, Ainsworth will have its RMG content distributed exclusively through Ondiss platform throughout Latin America. Through the agreement, BetWarrior will offer an extensive catalog of Ainsworth games “known for their track record and good performance” in the Slots segment of traditional casinos, now also available in BetWarrior’s iGaming format. In addition, Ondiss and Ainsworth Interactive will facilitate the availability of premium gaming content and promote “expansive and compelling growth” in the…

iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play is expanding its reach across the Brazilian and Mexican markets through a partnership with Instabet, through which the supplier will grant the operator access to three of its main verticals. The deal includes slots games, including recently launched titles Gorilla Mayhem and Magic Money Maze, along with player favorites such as Gems Bonanza. Pragmatic Play currently produces up to seven new slot titles a month as part of its multi-product portfolio. Also as part of the agreement, Pragmatic Play will provide Instabet with its Live Casino titles, which include traditional games such as Roulette and Blackjack…

Gaming provider Inspired Entertainment announced Wednesday its results for the second quarter of 2022. For the period ended June 30, the company generated total revenue of $71.3 million, a 72% increase from the $41.5 million delivered in the same period last year, driven by growth in the company’s aggregate online business, which includes the Virtual Sports and Interactive segments, and ongoing strength in the Gaming and Leisure segments. The business further posted an Adjusted EBITDA of $26.1 million, a 227% increase from the $8 million the prior year, with an Adjusted EBITDA margin of 37%, up against an Adjusted EBITDA margin of 19% in Q1 2021. Additionally, Inspired…

Ezugi announced Tuesday the release of Royal Poker, a game played against the dealer using standard poker rules for ranking and comparing hands.  According to the Evolution’s brand, the game is “hugely popular” in Eastern and Central European markets, offering multiple opportunities during the game for players to make decisions such as exchanging cards for a stronger hand, buying an additional 6th card, buying the dealer an extra card to help the dealer qualify, or taking out insurance for a strong hand.  The dealer needs a hand that contains at least an Ace+King combination to qualify. If a player has…

Online casino content supplier CT Interactive continues its expansion in regulated markets, this time through a collaboration deal with AdmiralBet Serbia, thus adding a new online casino market to the existing over 800.   In a press release, the company announced that it has already launched a selection of its games with the Serbian operator. CT Interactive describes AdmiralBet as an operator that “successfully operates in many markets globally”. After successful integration, CT Interactive already launched a selection of its games with the leading operator in Serbia.https://t.co/Y5r2PZKl5v#ctinteractive #newpartnership #igaming — CT Interactive (@interactive_ct) August 9, 2022 Milena Tsankarska, Head of Business Development…

JefeBet, a gambling and multimedia brand aimed at bilingual and Spanish-speaking North Americans owned by Fifth Street Gaming (FSG), has announced a new proprietary, free-to-play Loteria game. The title is scheduled to debut this fall, during National Hispanic Heritage Month. The game is designed as “a hybrid of the widely-played games Loteria and Keno,” a press release says. It was built in partnership with software development company Plan A Technologies, and will be available to play on both iOS and Android platforms. Loteria, often referred to as “Mexican bingo,” is a game of chance where illustrated cards replace numbered balls.…

The three Detroit casinos reported $107.2 million in monthly aggregate revenue in July, with table games and slots making $105.9 million in revenue and retail sports betting producing $1.3 million, according to the latest data from the Michigan Gaming Control Board, which also renewed their annual licenses. The figure is down from the $116.9 million in revenue in July 2021, but up from the previous month, having posted $98.6 million in June. The casinos’ table games and slots monthly revenue fell 8.4% when compared to July 2021. However, monthly revenue rose 7.9% when contrasted with June’s numbers. Through July 31, table games and slots…

Manufacturer and supplier of gaming products AGS is debuting its first high denomination games and more at this year’s Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association (OIGA) Trade Show. The company is showcasing its latest products at the event, which is being held August 9-11 in Tulsa, at Booth 808. The highlight of AGS’ participation is the showcase of the company’s first high denomination 3-reel video games: Mega Diamond and Gold Inferno. The operator-selectable, player-selectable multi-denomination games mark AGS’ entrance into the segment, a press release explains.  In addition, AGS is exhibiting game titles from its growing library, available on multiple cabinets. Wheelcharged…

Sports gaming technology company Low6 has entered into a partnership agreement with gaming consultancy SCCG Management. The investment and management firm will help source and facilitate North American-based sports betting operators looking to leverage Low6’s technology to best acquire new users.  Stephen Crystal, Founder and CEO of SCCG Management, said of the partnership: “At SCCG we understand the importance of effective fan engagement as a way to bring betting customers into the funnel for sports wagering. Nobody does that better than Low6 and its platform and engaging content.” “This is demonstrated by its impressive roster of clients throughout the USA.…

Payments technology company Nuvei has confirmed the appointment of two new independent directors: Maren Lau Regional VP, Latin America at Meta Platforms; and Tim Dent, former CFO and CCO of DraftKings.  These two appointments have expanded Nuvei’s Board to eight members, while at the same time have brought the Board closer to achieving its gender diversity target of 30% female representation by the end of 2023. Lau, in her role of Regional VP at Meta, helps brands leverage the company’s platforms while also preparing it for the much-discussed metaverse. Before this, she was a Founding Partner and CMO for IMS, where she…

In a new announcement, Pragmatic Play’s authorities celebrated the results obtained after two years of operation in Latin America. “Two years have passed since that day when, with great expectations, many challenges ahead, and a great commercial strategy, Pragmatic Play decided to launch in an extremely promising market: Latin America. Today, we pause to reflect on some of our most important achievements in this territory,” they said. Commenting on how their project began, the company’s authorities stated: “After giving shape to numerous plans and purposes, we kicked off the great project of bringing the wide range of Pragmatic Play products to…

Mido Lotto, a lottery app that offers customers the possibility to order tickets from a smartphone and launched two years ago, is targeting expansion in the US. Currently available in seven states, the app is expected to hit the 10-state milestone in Q3 2022. Rich Wheeler, President of Mido Lotto, said: “As we continue our expansion, we’re excited to help State Lotteries generate incremental returns to beneficiaries by attracting young busy professionals who may not play Lottery draw games such as Mega Millions or Powerball otherwise.” “Since draw games are the most socially responsible and profitable games for beneficiaries, State…

Premiering for the first time in the Balkans between the 22nd and the 25th of this month, SiGMA is a global leader in everything iGaming. Growing exponentially since its original debut in 2014 in the iGaming nexus of Malta, the Summit has become an international hub for iGaming operators, affiliates, innovators, investors and entrepreneurs. This article will cover some of the main reasons why SiGMA is the expo the Balkans have been looking for. Why SiGMA: Global network with a start-up’s heart Growing from a local iGaming conference in 2014 to amassing 13,500 delegates, 800 sponsors and exhibitors as well…