Author: OnlineGamblingDaily

Info-Tech Research Group has published a new industry trends report about crypto, NFT’s, and online gambling, and how they effect the future of casinos and their need for digital transformation. The report is timely, as the effects of the pandemic are still apparent to casino operators, most notably with a shortage of labor and skilled labor, health and safety concerns, and the prominence of online gaming and its effects on brick-and-mortar casino floors. Info-Tech’s findings reveal that the casino industry is at the precipice of significant change. Operators need to consider what is happening in the external environment that directly…

EGT Peru has announced a large-scale agreement for the sale and installation of more than 300 Premier Series cabinets equipped with Collection Series multigames with one of the “key local players.” The Peruvian office of the Bulgarian manufacturer confirmed the agreement on Thursday, after closing a similar deal in March with another major casino operator in Peru. The company also stated that the cabinets are already available to visitors of the operator’s gaming establishments throughout the country. Mario Trayanski, director of the office in Peru, said: “We are delighted with this new collaboration with our long-term partner. We really appreciate the…

iGaming expert and software provider SOFTSWISS announced Thursday that its SOFTSWISS Sportsbook has taken another step to gamify sports betting by launching a new bonus type. The novelty is “another tool to gamify the online betting process and increase player engagement,” the company stated in a press release. They further explained that the ‘Hunting Tournaments’ are the first of their kind in the sports betting market, explaining that “the combination of simple rules and captivating mechanics make the feature a true must-have for online betting brands looking for innovative instruments to attract new players.” The tournament starts with the announcement of the prize…

Blackstone announced Friday it has completed the acquisition of Australian gaming giant Crown Resorts Limited, the largest transaction to date for the firm in the Asia-Pacific region, comprising three premium resort and casino properties in Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. The buyout was priced at AUD 8.9 billion ($6.2 billion), starting Crown afresh as an unlisted Australian entity. Billionaire James Packer, the majority shareholder of the company, has now exited the business. Following the transaction, the mogul reflected on his tumultuous period at the helm -which included several governance failings and money laundering allegations at the company’s properties- praising what the…

The global iGaming and Affiliate industry is set to reunite at the upcoming iGB Live! edition, to take place on July 5-8 at RAI Amsterdam, Netherlands. Among the 250 exhibitors expected at the major event is BGaming, with the online gaming provider ready to showcase some of its latest products and engage in productive conversations with clients and peers. “iGB Live! has always been one of the most significant and most influential events to find new partners and make a step forward to strengthen contacts with current ones,” Marina Ostrovtsova, Executive director of BGaming, tells Yogonet ahead of the expo.…

After the Nevada Gaming Control Board’s unanimous recommendation of a license earlier in June, the Nevada Gaming Commission has now given the necessary final regulatory approval for Legends Bay Casino in Sparks, scheduled to start welcoming customers in late summer. In the meantime, Olympia Gaming CEO Garry Goett told commissioners the $120+ million casino is in the process of hiring some 300 employees ahead of the opening, marking the first all-new, from-the-ground-up casino development in the Reno-Sparks metropolitan area in more than two decades. The job hiring events will take place from July 13 through August 2, with available positions…

Gaming and sports betting consultancy SCCG Management announced Tuesday a partnership with the Singapore-based software company, Wynta, to distribute their tracking and attribution software within the North American gaming markets. The award-winning Wynta platform is a SaaS affiliate marketing software in the iGaming space, catering to online businesses across markets and verticals. Stephen Crystal, Founder, and CEO of SCCG Management, said: “We are pleased to be partnering with this ‘best in class’ solution for Tracking and Attribution. The team at Wynta, equipped with over 30 years of collective expertise in associated industries, created an innovative platform to present advanced technology and ground-breaking features…

A U.S. Supreme Court ruling last week that favored tribal casinos in Texas could potentially have other ramifications for the state’s gaming landscape, a jurisdiction where giant Las Vegas Sands has been unsuccessfully attempting to legalize commercial casinos since the mid-2000s. The decision, which favored the Tigua Indians of El Paso -formally known as the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo-, was deemed a victory for the Native American tribe in its decades-long legal fight with the state over the use of electronic bingo games on tribal land. The ruling allows the tribe to operate bingo at their El Paso entertainment center.…

European Lotteries (EL) called for consumer protection and clear guidelines on digital developments in the gambling and gaming sector, as the rapid growth of technologies of digital transformation such as artificial intelligence and new forms of online entertainment continue to emerge. EL’s call was made during a special event in the European Parliament on Wednesday. A legislative framework on AI and an own-initiative report of the European Parliament related to eSports and videogaming and consumer protection are being prepared by the EU institutions. Although these can be used to enhance player experience, they are expected to “come with responsibilities”, as…

iGaming multi-product supplier Pragmatic Play announced Thursday it has released the fifth installment of its “Big Bass” series with the launch of “Big Bass Splash”.  Even though “Big Bass Splash” is again home to the symbols present in previous iterations, the game presents an updated art style. These include tackle, rods and bait, however, the game’s 5×3 reels and 10 paylines are also home to a new high-paying monster truck symbol and the return of the instant cash awarding fish.   Whenever two Scatters land in the base game, a nudge feature is activated with reels containing a Scatter moving down one place and…

After Macau lawmakers approved the new gaming law Tuesday allowing six licenses for 10-year periods, brokerage JP Morgan said in a note that they expect the new public tender for Macau’s gaming licenses to commence in late July or August, basing its expectations on the timeline of 2001. Furthermore, they stated that the result of the tender process may be announced by November.  In the note, analysts DS Kim and Livy Lyu remarked: “We recall, for the original concession 20 years ago, that public bidding kicked off around 40 days after the [original] law was passed and lasted for about three months.” “Based on…

International Game Technology (IGT) announced Wednesday that it has been awarded a gold medal sustainability rating from sustainability rating agency EcoVadis. This gold medal rating positions IGT among the top 5% of global companies assessed by Ecovadis for its comprehensive sustainable business practices. IGT’s sustainability program was assessed under the EcoVadis criteria using 21 benchmarks within the categories of environment, labor and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. EcoVadis methodically evaluates environmental, social, and ethical performance using these international sustainability standards for companies worldwide. “As a leader in global sustainability for over 15 years, IGT has a thorough understanding of the…

Greentube, the NOVOMATIC Digital Gaming and Entertainment division, has signed a deal with Solbet that will see the company’s content go live in Peru and Ecuador. Solbet players in both jurisdictions have now gained access to a selection of popular titles, including Diamond Link: Mighty Sevens, Lucky Lady’s Charm Deluxe 10, and Book of Ra Deluxe. Greentube described the deal as strengthening its presence in the Latin American market. Sports betting and casino operator Solbet is part of the Dreams Group, which the studio describes as boasting a strong land-based and online presence in multiple regions across Latin America, including…

Gaming provider FBM Digital Systems (FBMDS) has launched its latest slot, Virá Festa, on the online casino Solverde.pt. The title is described as a thematic slot specifically designed for the Portuguese market and which, according to the company, “combines graphics and sounds typical of the national summer parties” in the country. In a press release, FBMDS highlighted that this is a product that “pays tribute to the local tradition, moving players automatically to the streets and to an environment of joy, euphoria and sharing that any person can enjoy during the popular Portuguese parties.” It comes as June marks the beginning…

Macau has extended its COVID-19 lockdown as of Thursday. However, casinos have been allowed to remain open, according to a statement from Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng on the government’s website. Furthermore, Macau’s more than 600,000 residents were required to undergo a second round of mass testing this week, as the number of infected people rose to more than 100 cases. Positive cases include people working or visiting the casinos, with a number of them related to a wedding banquet that was held inside SJM Holding’s Grand Lisboa Palace. Additionally, on Tuesday, satellite hotel and casino Fortuna, a venue operating under…

Online betting and gaming company 888 Holdings on Thursday warned of lower mid-year revenue amid tightened UK online gambling safety measures and the closure of its Dutch operations, sending its shares more than 6% lower. The company now expects £330-335 million ($403-$409 million) for the six months to 30 June 2022, ahead of its planned acquisition of William Hill’s international business on July 1. The UK has tightened restrictions in recent years, including a cap on the maximum stake on terminals, stricter age and identity checks for online gaming, and more support for those addicted to gambling. This week, Britain’s Gambling…