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Sports betting and online casino platform provider Uplatform has confirmed its participation as one of iGB Live! exhibitors at RAI Amsterdam from 6-7 July, and now the company anticipated its tradeshow strategy for Clarion Gaming’s event. Targeting the difficulties of operating an iGaming business —including issues with localization, inadequate content, and unstable communications—, the Uplatform team will be serving up in 60 seconds “Vitamin S” at Stand N24 in Amsterdam. “To make your business even more robust, fit and healthy, ready to compete in the fast-paced competitive world of iGaming, they will share with you their Sensational Sportsbook, Super Slots, Superior…

After Queensland officials announced earlier this month the beginning of an independent investigation into the Star Entertainment Group’s suitability to hold its casino license in that jurisdiction, the casino operator now intends to differentiate its operations from those under inquiry in New South Wales. Star has sought distance in a series of recently published submissions to a parliamentary committee currently considering a tightening of casino regulations in the northern state, reports Brisbane Times. Queensland’s clubs and hotels lobby have also revealed the sector is trialing facial recognition to help monitor and manage banned patrons, amid a warning to the state government…

In an interview with Yogonet during his participation in the Peru Gaming Show, Oscar Giralt, Corporate Marketing Manager of Win Systems, highlighted the interest awakened by the new Gold Club 25th Anniversary roulette, which was presented at the event for the first time in the Latin American market. He also highlighted the penetration of the WIGOS CMS (casino management system) in the main gaming rooms of the region and anticipated the development of products for the online gaming market. What products did the company choose to showcase this year at the Peru Gaming Show, focusing not only on the local…

Betting and gaming software provider BetConstruct announced it will be participating at the iGB Live! iGaming event in Amsterdam, July 5-8, which is expected to bring together over 4,000 industry experts to share experiences and empower the business community through new partnerships.  The company will continue the series of its Harmony Shows, which had its most recent stop as an iGaming-focused meetup and networking event following the conclusion of the LatAm gaming expo Peru Gaming Show on June 16 in Lima, Peru. It also follows the launch of To Harmony, unveiled last month, a four-month campaign prepared “to increase the business…

iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play announced Monday it has expanded its reach in Latin America. The company strengthened its position in the Brazilian market through its latest partnership with regional operator Bingo Ao Vivo.  As a result of this agreement, Bingo ao Vivo now gains access to Pragmatic Play’s prominent products. Going live with its slots portfolio, the provider will supply recently released titles such as “Cash Patrol”, “Queen of Gods” and classics such as “Big Bass Bonanza”.  Additionally, Pragmatic Play will also soon be providing its high-performing Live Casino titles, including traditional games like Blackjack and Roulette along with…

After dozens of people gathered in capital Bishkek’s Gorky Park on June 24 to protest the move, Kyrgyzstan President Sdyr Japarov commented on the much-discussed legalization of casinos for foreigners, defending the proposal in a new interview. “The state must control it and at the same time, must take care of our citizens who attend underground casinos. If we legalize casinos, the underground will disappear,” he said, in conversation with state news agency Kabar. Despite a ban on casinos adopted in 2012, properties are reportedly still operational in the illegal market.  Under the proposed casino legalization law, approved on June…

The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) announced Friday that it received a delegation from the Malawi Gaming Board and the National Lotteries Board between June 20-23. The visit was requested by the Malawian regulatory authorities “to learn and replicate best practices in the regulation of the online gaming sector.” The MGA hosts delegation from the Malawi Gaming Board and the National Lotteries Board. Read more: https://t.co/gImPuFA6OP pic.twitter.com/bxi7r9kaAm — MaltaGamingAuthority (@MaltaGamingAuth) June 24, 2022 Following a tour of the MGA offices, and a discussion revolving around the structure of the Authority, the MGA organized a number of presentations over two days, including…

FBM Digital Systems is expanding in the Latin American markets via a partnership with Brazilian gaming platform Amuletobet. A list of online casino products -including video bingos, slots, and table games- is now available to Brazilian players. In a press release issued Monday, FBMDS stated that the synergy with Amuletobet “increases the range and influence” of the company in the region with the inclusion of its gaming portfolio in a platform that displays all its content and offers all its services in Portuguese. Furthermore, the partnership with Amuletobet adds “value” to the Brazilian brand’s offer of online casino games by…

The Global Gaming Expo (G2E) opened registration on Thursday for its 2022 edition, as announced by its organizers American Gaming Association (AGA) and RX.  Following an in-person return in 2021 after one-year hiatus due to the pandemic, G2E 2022 will be held at The Venetian Convention and Expo Center from October 10–13, with the Education section starting on day one, and the Expo Hall opening up on the following day with over 200 exhibitors. “Year after year, G2E draws the biggest industry players to Las Vegas and this year will be no different,” said Korbi Carrison, G2E’s Event Vice President.…

Atlantic City’s City Council unanimously passed a resolution Wednesday in support of the casino workers in their ongoing protest for a fair wage, and “to urge casino employers to raise wages and staffing and negotiate in good faith to avert a strike”.  Councilman Kaleem Shabazz also held a news conference Thursday in support of casino workers and their union, Unite Here Local 54. “Our hope is there doesn’t have to be a strike. Workers need to make livable wages”.  Last week, members of the union authorized their negotiating committee to call a July 1 strike against Borgata Hotel Casino &…

Last month, esports and online gaming company Esports Entertainment Group (EEG) announced the appointment of Jan Jones Blackhurst to its Board of Directors. The former Las Vegas mayor -the first woman to take on the role-, who currently also serves on the board of gaming giant Caesars Entertainment and the UNLV Black Fire Leadership Initiative, among other entities, brings decades of knowledge and experience to the role at a key time for the ambitious business. “I believe that esports is going to be one of the most significant gambling verticals of the future, and I think EEG is on the…

Manufacturer and supplier of gaming solutions TCS John Huxley announced Thursday that it is preparing for the forthcoming iGB Live!, its debut at the expo, which will take place on July 5-8 in Amsterdam RAI. The company’s attendance at the event will constitute its first appearance at a European-based in-person event since the pandemic, and will see the brand celebrating “a number of landmarks,” including the development of its iGaming offering. We’re excited to be showcasing our products and meeting with customers at iGB Live for the first time. Visit Stand Q6 to see why TCSJOHNHUXLEY is the live gaming…

The experts at Slotegrator, a leading software developer and aggregator, share the key points and insights on the importance of knowing players’ profiles -taking into account the typical player’s age, country of residence, gender, level of education, and income- in a new comprehensive analysis by Ayvar Gabidullin, Business Development Manager. Slotegrator conducted detailed research to find out which characteristics prevail in different countries, as profiles allow operators to have a better understanding of a player’s needs and wants, thus adapting their products to each market’s demands. Every culture has its own relationship with gambling, but online gambling can bring people from…

ESPN could become more involved with gaming going forward, according to president Jimmy Pitaro. The executive discussed plans for the vertical in a recent interview, describing sports wagering as a “must-have” for the brand. In a recent appearance on The Athletic’s Sports Media podcast, Pitaro said Disney’s consumer research pointed out the company should capitalize on the sports betting boom. “It’s something we need to be doing,” he stated. “It’s something that our fans are expecting from us.” As part of the 50-minute interview last week, in which Pitaro also remarked on ESPN’s interests in retaining the NBA, Formula One…

One day after Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin said he was selling his ownership stake in sports teams to clear the way for sports betting market entry, CNBC reported his company is in talks to acquire German sports betting operator Tipico. Tipico is owned by international private equity firm CVC Capital Partners, with headquarters in Malta. It is one of the largest sports betting groups in Germany, and also has operations in Austria, Croatia, Gibraltar, Colombia, and the United States, where it has licenses in New Jersey and Colorado, online market access in Iowa and Indiana through an agreement with Caesars Entertainment, and ongoing…

The Government of the Macao Special Administrative Region (MSAR) has approved applications by the six existing operators in the city regarding the extension of their license contracts for gaming to December 31, 2022, inclusive. Ahead of the approval, JP Morgan said it expects the new public tender for Macau’s gaming licenses to start in late July or August. The concession contract extensions were signed Friday at the Government Headquarters by the Chief Executive, Ho Iat Seng, with representatives of respectively SJM Resorts, S.A.; Wynn Resorts (Macau), S.A.; and Galaxy Casino, S.A. Separately, representatives from the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau…