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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…

iGaming solutions provider BetConstruct received two awards at the SPiCE SOUTH ASIA Awards, including Best Platform Provider and Best B2B Digital Platform. The awards ceremony took place on February 27 at the Shangria-La Colombo Hotel in Sri Lanka and celebrated excellence in the iGaming industry. In a press release, the company detailed that it received the award of Best Platform Provider for “the integration of the premier industry practices and a variety of captivating games.” Additionally, the business said it was named Best B2B Digital Platform, as it is “one of the largest online gaming software suppliers in the industry.”  BetConstruct’s iGaming platform hosts…

Macau’s gaming sector experienced a marginal decline in full-time employees during the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in the prior year, despite the rapid post-pandemic recovery in the tourism industry and the fact that restrictions were still in effect during Q4 2022. Data from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) reveals that the gaming sector employed 51,771 full-time workers at the end of 2023, marking a year-on-year decrease of 403 staff, The Macau News reported. The number of dealers, totaling 23,359, saw a decline of 362. In December, the average monthly earnings (excluding irregular remuneration) for…

In January, Colorado witnessed an uptick in gross gaming revenue from sports betting, soaring by 50.7% to $53.5 million compared to the same period last year. This surge came despite only a modest increase in the total handle for the month. According to official figures, spending on sports betting in Colorado for January reached $596.7 million, marking a 9.1% increase from the $547.2 million recorded in January 2023. However, this figure fell short of December’s record-breaking spend of $716.4 million by 16.6%. Of the total amount wagered in January, $592.2 million was placed through online sportsbooks, while retail facilities across…

iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has released Big Bass Day at the Races, launched in time for the UK’s horse racing meeting Cheltenham Festival. “This engaging 5×3 slot sees everyone’s favorite fisherman swap his fishing line for the finish line as he heads off in search of fun on the furlongs,” according to a press release. While thematically different from other games in the Big Bass series, this new adventure on dry land offers familiar gameplay, says the supplier, with money symbols in the base game randomly collected on occasion with multipliers up to 50x.  The bonus round activates when three or more…

Just before St. Patty’s Day we’re having a go at the 777 Rainbow Respins online slot, a 4 Reel, 7 row game with 127 Paylines from Microgaming! Watch the Leprechaun on the left as he rises up the rainbow! His magic hat spins to determine your multipliers, while winning spins are highlighted, held, and RESPIN for bigger wins! This game features Scatters and Bonus Spins! Plus, landing THREE pot of gold symbols will trigger the Respin Insanity bonus round! Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style with the 777 Rainbow Respins online slot! This Irish-themed game boasts a…

José Francisco Manssur, former advisor of the Brazilian Ministry of Finance and responsible for leading the regulation process of online betting and gaming in the Federal Government, was present at the inaugural edition of SBC Summit Rio, which ended yesterday in Rio de Janeiro. The conference in which he participated had a large audience in one of the rooms of the Windsor Convention & Expo Center on Wednesday afternoon, March 6. During his speech, Manssur spoke about the work done in terms of regulation and what to expect for the future of the sector. “Brazil is the place where most…

Online casino and sportsbook company Rush Street Interactive (RSI) beat its earnings guidance for 2023, driven in no small part by a record fourth quarter. The operator reported $193.9 million of revenue during Q4, an increase of 17% compared to $165.5 million from the same period in 2022. Its net loss narrowed during the quarter to $5.5 million from $31.1 million a year ago.The company’s full-year 2023 revenue stood at $691.2 million, which also marks an increase of 17% when compared to $592.2 million for 2022. Meanwhile, its net loss for the year narrowed sharply to $60.1 million from $134.3 million during…

The U.S. Supreme Court has approved an extension for the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) to submit its response in a case that could have significant implications for the future landscape of online sports betting in Florida. Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar requested the extension on Tuesday, citing the heavy workload faced by attorneys handling the matter. The original deadline for the DOI’s response was slated for March 13, but with the extension granted, the new deadline is April 12. The case revolves around parimutuel operator West Flagler and Associates (WFA)’s contention that the current state of affairs in Florida for…

The Minnesota Senate Commerce and Consumer Committee has approved a proposed amendment to Sen. Matt Klein’s (DFL-53) sports betting bill, SF 1949. The amendment, championed by Sen. Jordan Rasmusson (R-9) and supported by Klein, introduces substantial modifications to the legislation’s scope. The bill has now been referred to the Senate Committee on Taxes. Originally introduced during the 2023 legislative session, SF 1949 underwent amendments aimed at prohibiting in-game sports betting statewide in its latest committee hearing, establishing a precedent nationwide should it become law. The proposed changes, heralded by Sen. Rasmusson, aim to allow regulators to take a “product safety…

LaLiga has signed a partnership agreement with integrity and compliance monitoring company U.S. Integrity (USI) under which it will receive a real-time alert system for LaLiga EA Sports and LaLiga Hypermotion (the first and the second highest level men’s professional football divisions in Spain, respectively), among other services. USI will also provide integrity monitoring alerts to LaLiga, which the parties said will help further investigate any potential “nefarious activity” involving LALIGA events. LaLiga will be provided with analytical insights and engage in ProhiBet, a prohibited betting solution, delivered by U.S. Integrity and Odds On Compliance. “This partnership with U.S. Integrity…

Gaming test lab and product certification consultancy BMM Testlabs has promoted Jean Corriveau to the role of Senior Vice President of Global Quality Assurance and BMM Canada Regional Executive. In this expanded role, Corriveau will oversee the company’s global product quality assurance efforts, ensuring high standards of excellence across all BMM operations, BMM said in a statement. Additionally, as the BMM Canada Regional Executive, Corriveau will spearhead BMM’s global product QA strategic initiatives to drive growth, innovation, and excellence in the region.Corriveau’s 23-year trajectory in the gaming industry began as a software developer, from which he quickly advanced to Business Development Manager…