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International Game Technology (IGT) announced Tuesday that its subsidiary IGT Global Solutions Corporation has signed an agreement to deliver iLottery content through its remote gaming server (RGS) to the Michigan Lottery. Jay Gendron, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Global Lottery, said: “The integration of IGT’s advanced RGS will provide the Michigan Lottery and its players with an extensive library of premium iLottery content, diversifying the Lottery’s portfolio with well-known eInstants and omnichannel themes.” “As a leader in this space, the Michigan Lottery has built a robust iLottery offering from the ground up, and IGT is thrilled that we can contribute to its…

Content provider to the iGaming industry Pragmatic Play announced it will be both speaking and sponsoring at the upcoming SAGSE Miami event. Held at The Casino @ Dania Beach in Florida over three days from August 9-11, the event provides an opportunity for providers and operators within LatAm to network. Victor Arias, Vice President of LatAm Operations, will act as the company’s representative at the event. He will be in attendance and lending his iGaming experience to an industry panel, highlighting Pragmatic Play’s position within the continent. Additionally, Pragmatic Play will be a platinum sponsor of the event, “demonstrating the importance…

Greentube, the Novomatic Digital Gaming and Entertainment division, announced Tuesday the launch of its latest online casino game, Feelin’ Fruity: Win Ways. The title is described as a fruit-themed slot featuring the Win Ways mechanic, and is now available for all B2B partners.  This 6-reel, 117,649 ways to win slot can see players win more than 9,000x their stake by way of free spins that feature an increasing win multiplier.  Players can trigger the Free Spins bonus feature by landing four scatter symbols on the main reel set, awarding 12 free spins. Every extra scatter symbol that lands following the fourth…

After UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s resignation this month, in a political crisis that also saw the exit of Gambling Minister Chris Philp, the White Paper to reform gambling laws was postponed for the fourth time, and might not go ahead until a new leader of the Conservative party is elected to replace the PM. Amid this uncertain landscape, Michael Dugher, CEO of gambling standards body Betting & Gaming Council (BGC), says in this opinion article that it is possible to deliver a “genuinely transformative package of reforms, whilst at the same time not killing off” the industry. He says…

Revenue for the Philippine gaming industry is expected to go back to -or even surpass- its pre-pandemic levels in 2026 as player confidence slowly returns to the sector, said Daniel Cecilio, licensing and regulatory chief of state-run regulator Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (Pagcor).  As reported by Reuters, the senior regulatory official stated that, even though pandemic-related lockdowns are over, “bringing back the confidence of players is hard.” That is why the market’s full recovery is expected to arrive in 2026. GGR might reach PHP 256 billion ($4.6 billion) or better by that date, with land-based casinos contributing about PHP…

Testing and certification services provider Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) announced Tuesday it has appointed Barrie Wilson as its new Manager of Client Services, thus growing its Australian team. The role will see him working with land-based, iGaming and lottery clients in the APAC region. He will be based in the company’s Sydney lab.  Wilson joins the team with “a unique skillset” and has “an impressive background” in leadership and management roles throughout his career, GLI stated in a press release. Most recently, he served as a Professional Year instructor at Performance Education in Sydney, training students on strategies for successfully integrating…

Gaming technology supplier Comtrade Gaming has announced an agreement to supply its iGaming platform (iCore) to Stanleybet Romania. The deal will see the betting brand have its own version of Comtrade Gaming’s iCore for the entire business.  Steven Valentine, Chief Commercial Officer at Comtrade Gaming, said: “We are very excited to be working with Stanleybet Romania. They have a great brand with a large retail footprint, and we look forward to helping them grow their online business.” According to Valentine, utilizing Comtrade Gaming’s platform will give Stanleybet Romania access to “the best tools,” including real-time bonusing, dynamic segmentation, real-time push…

Gaming test lab and product certification consultancy BMM Testlabs is now licensed to test and certify casino gaming equipment for the State of Nebraska, the company announced Monday. BMM has received authorization to that end from the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission. “BMM is very pleased to have been approved to provide testing services for casino gaming equipment in Nebraska,” commented Travis Foley, Chief Technology Officer and Executive Vice President, North America. “Melissa Shuba, Vice President Government Affairs, and Meagan DeMello, Regulatory Compliance Manager, have done an excellent job in assuring BMM is well-positioned to provide our clients access to…

This week’s gambling news focuses on the Macau casino lockdown from the latest Coronavirus outbreak. Casinos there just reopened, but travel restrictions have already cost them millions, and will probably cost them billions, and is already costing Las Vegas gaming companies like MGM Resorts, Wynn Resorts, & Las Vegas Sands millions! When it comes to gambling revenue, Macau china is the world leader. In fact, Macau generates three times as much money as Las Vegas… at least, it used to. Wynn, MGM, and the Las Vegas Sands all have casinos in Macau. Actually these American companies have a combined 11…

Craig Sculos, a 30-year veteran of the casino industry with an executive leadership position at Bally’s two casinos in Rhode Island; and Bruce Parkes, IGT’s Systems Engineer, were one of 21 honorees named by Providence Business News for its 2022 Leaders & Achievers Awards program. Sculos is currently Senior Vice President of Rhode Island Regulatory for Bally’s Twin River Lincoln Casino Resort and Bally’s Tiverton Casino & Hotel; and Bally’s Tiverton Hotel Vice President and General Manager.  The individuals were selected for the fourth edition of the program from multiple nominees based on their leadership, achievements, and longstanding commitment to…

Amusnet Interactive has introduced its latest video slot, called Power Hot, packed with features, surprises, and hundreds of thousands of ways to win, according to the Bulgarian supplier. The new title offers 6+1 reels and up to 200,704 reel ways pay. The classic video slot comes with a variety of lucky symbols, “fruits of success,” “eye-catching graphics and sensational sound.” With a RTP of 96.55%, it is available for desktop and mobile. When the Star scatter lands and ignites, it awards free spins. The Joker Wild symbol substitutes for all symbols except the scatter. In terms of Ways to Win, different…

A launch date for Kansas’ upcoming sports betting market remains uncertain. While the ideal target date for the market opening has long been the NFL season start -to kick off September 8-, officials for the Kansas Lottery said on Friday that while that remains a possibility, it isn’t a sure bet. “It is moving. It’s moving forward, but the biggest thing for us and everyone is we want the product to be functional, secure and safe to use,” Kansas Lottery Public Information Officer Cory Thone said, according to KWCH, adding that the main goal is getting things right. “We obviously…

Penn National Gaming announced Monday that its subsidiary Score Digital Sports Ventures (theScore Bet) has launched its proprietary risk and trading platform. The gaming company calls this “the culmination of theScore Bet’s strategy to bring its sportsbook technology in-house.” theScore Bet now operates on a vertically integrated technology stack with all components, including the Risk and Trading platform, Player Account Management system, and Promotion Engine custom built by its in-house product and engineering teams. According to Penn National, the migration to its own risk and trading platform significantly enhances theScore Bet’s mobile product offering in Ontario, including increased in-game wagering options…

The AGEM & AGA Annual Golf Classic presented by JCM Global’s comeback in 2022 has raised $180,000 for the International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG), according to its organizers. To date, the event has raised nearly $2.5 million to support the ICRG and its research into problem gambling.  ICRG President Art Paikowsky stated: “I would like to acknowledge the amazing partnership that we have with JCM Global and the other title sponsors AGA and AGEM. We saw an amazing 73% revenue growth over the prior year thanks to all of the sponsors and the 144 golfers at this sold-out event.”…

iGaming industry content provider Pragmatic Play announced Monday it has strengthened its position in Buenos Aires City, Argentina, following the approval of its Live Casino content by the capital city’s regulator. The development will see the company become one of the first brands to receive clearance for its games within this vertical in the territory. Lotería de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires (LOTBA) has approved a selection of Pragmatic Play’s Live Casino portfolio for delivery to operators in the jurisdiction. The titles covered by the approval include Blackjack, Roulette, Auto Roulette, Speed Roulette, Baccarat, Speed Baccarat, Mega Roulette, Sweet Bonanza Candyland,…

Strikes at six of eight casinos in Ontario owned by operator Great Canadian Gaming Corporation (GCGC) have now been averted. The development comes after the bargain committees for unionized workers signed a tentative agreement with the venues. However, negotiations are continuing between the company and Unifor members at Pickering Casino Resort and Casino Ajax, with workers on strike until a deal is reached. Signed agreements include Great Blue Heron Casino, Casino Woodbine, Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands, Shorelines Casino Peterborough, Elements Casino Mohawk, and Elements Casino Brantford. Details of the tentative agreement will be released following the membership ratification votes to be…