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Manufacturer and supplier of gaming products PlayAGS has shared its financial results for Q4 and full-year 2021. The company posted consolidated revenue of $70.2 million in Q4 -the fourth consecutive quarter in which quarterly sequential growth was delivered-, up from $46.6 million in 2020. Revenue for the full year was $259.7 million, up from $167 million in 2020. “If 2020 was the year of resiliency within our business, 2021 was the year of transition,” said AGS President and Chief Executive Officer David Lopez. “Supported by the foundational changes put into place over the preceding 18 months and an accommodative macroeconomic…

The Seneca Nation is requesting, in a letter sent by officials, for more time to make gaming compact payments to the state of New York, as a compact review awaits completion. Additionally, Seneca President Pagels is also asking the state to start discussions on an amended gaming compact between the state and his tribe. “The Seneca Nation is today calling upon New York State to allow the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) the time required to complete its ongoing review of the Nation’s gaming Compact, while also rejecting the State’s threat to circumvent that review,” tribal officials wrote in a…

After the removal of in-person registration requirements earlier this month, the Illinois Gaming Board released its monthly financial report showing the monthly handle in January for sports betting climbed to nearly $870 million for the very first time. With an extended NFL regular season and expanded playoffs played over five weekends, the sports calendar was favorable during the first month of 2022.  Sportsbooks in the state generated $867.5 million in online and retail wagers in January, breaking the record $840 million accepted in October. January’s handle was up 9.9% from $789.6 million in December, and up 49.2% over the $581.6…

Scheduled to debut in the fourth quarter of 2023 after 15 years stalled, Fontainebleau Las Vegas released new renderings of the interior design of its 67-story, vertically integrated luxury destination, which will host more than 550,000-square-feet of customizable indoor and outdoor meeting and convention space, described by the brand as having a “revolutionary, experience-driven approach to business travel that takes full advantage of its coveted location, upward-thinking design and unparalleled accessibility”.  In an effort to resume convention industry after the pandemic, this long-awaited project is determined to become a hub for conventions under the new ownership of Fontainebleau Development, Florida…

FanDuel Group announced Thursday it has officially launched in the state of Wyoming, allowing bettors to download the FanDuel Sportsbook app for iOS and Android, or via desktop to place their wagers online in the state.  Sports fans will now be able to bet on professional and college football, basketball, baseball, hockey, golf, MMA, boxing, soccer, and tennis with a variety of betting and payment options available.  Wyoming is now the 15th state in the United States in which FanDuel Sportsbook operates, including Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West…

The Greater Atlantic City Chamber has issued a statement opposing a proposal for a permanent smoking ban at Atlantic City casinos. Michael Chait, president of the Chamber, said in an open letter released on Thursday that a smoking ban “would have a negative impact on the casino industry,” resulting in significant job losses and a decline in revenues. According to Chait, as the Atlantic City community struggles to rebuild and recover, the priority must be “to support and maintain a favorable economic environment” for local businesses and employees. To that end, the business group sees efforts to introduce a smoking…

Greentube Alderney’s online brand Admiral Casino has achieved accreditation against the GamCare Safer Gambling Standard in the UK, providing proof of its credentials in protecting people from experiencing gambling-related harm. The Advanced Level 2 accreditation from the leading UK gambling charity has been secured by Admiral Casino following an independent quality assessment of the measures it has put in place to protect players. The assessment process included an extensive review of all safer gambling policies and processes, in addition to detailed customer case reviews and key staff interviews. “Achieving this accreditation is evidence of the hard work of Greentube, the…

Technology provider for the gaming and entertainment industry Win Systems announced Thursday it will participate in the Feria Internacional del Juego de Madrid (FIJMA ’22) at the IFEMA Madrid Trade Fair Centre on March 15, 16 and 17. At its booth C10, the company will show its technologically advanced solutions to become a global provider for all types of operators. The company described the products it will be showcasing at the International Gambling and and Gaming Trade Show and said: “The WIGOS casino management system is the perfect solution for managing venues of all sizes, from casinos to arcades, route operations or…

Zitro’s award-winning progressive multigame 88 Link – Wild Duels and 88 Link – Lucky Charms, in the ultra-slim Allure cabinet, have begun to arrive at Casino Neo Mayorazgo, the “biggest and most important casino” in the province of Entre Ríos, Argentina. “Since its launch, 88 Link has grown to become a player favorite, and we are confident it will be as successful in the casino floor of Casino Mayorazgo, as it has been in many casinos around the world,” stated Alejandra Burato, Zitro’s Regional Director for Latin America. “88 Link includes all the unique features needed to be a sure…

 March 11, 2022 Just before St. Patrick’s Day we’re taking a look at the Fishin’ Pots of Gold slot from the folks at Microgaming. It’s a 5 reel game with 10 paylines that can expand up to 20, and it features four different jackpots, a Bonus Round and Bonus Spins, both Wild and Scatter Symbols, and can be taken with you on your mobile device! Wanna go fishing with four-leaf clovers? Test your luck with the Fishin’ Pots of Gold slot, where a leprechaun collects your cash, and jackpot symbols fill the meters! There is a Bonus Spins Round where…

Three months into the year, 2022 finds Italian casino equipment manufacturer and supplier Abbiati Casino Equipment navigating a new and complex landscape, both for the gaming industry and the company in particular. The business, which was quick to react to Covid-19  -by introducing antimicrobial products for land-based operations and launching a new portfolio of online gaming offerings-, now expects a slow but steady rebuilding of the sector as it embarks in its first full-year since founder Giovanni Abbiati passed away at the end of 2021. “As you might expect, our clients are generally approaching the reopening market with caution,” Giorgio…

Due to the Russo-Ukrainian conflict unleashed February 24, many industry companies have joined forces to aid those in need as the bellic situation continues. This week, Global Crypto gaming platform Stake.com became one of the major contributors of the industry to collaborate, having donated $1 million, or 25.85 Bitcoin to the people of Ukraine. Also, a gaming industry campaign is targeting over $320K fundraising with major contributors including Betsson Group, Clarion Gaming, SBC and Better Collective.Stake.com has used blockchain technology to make the human aid donation as the global crypto community rallies around Ukraine’s vital humanitarian fundraising efforts. Ed Craven,…

Nearly one month away from ICE London 2022, set to be held April 12-14 at ExCeL London, Jeannette Gilbert, Marketing Director at Clarion Gaming, organizers of the event, explains in an exclusive interview with Yogonet the new challenges that arose after the postponement from the original February dates, how they managed marketing and communications investment to address the new needs from the community of exhibitors and visitors, and which role an omnichannel and data-driven approach has played. Since ICE launched its ‘Together never felt so good’ creative theme and campaign message back in October, several unexpected factors have affected the…

New Orleans’ Fair Grounds Course will put an end to a 17-year-old prohibition on televised sports betting through a City Council vote on Thursday to create a new sportsbook, thus bringing it in line with other Louisiana casinos.  The ban goes back to 2005, when the council allowed Fair Grounds owner, Churchill Downs Inc., to add slot machines in addition to the bets on horse racing under certain conditions, such as not televising any sports-related activities other than horse racing.  As reported by Nola.com, Doug Shipley, the fairgrounds’ general manager, spoke after the council vote and said: “We need it…

The proposed Golden Nugget casino in Danville, Illinois, has now cleared another hurdle on its road to becoming a reality. The four members of the state’s Gaming Board unanimously approved Danville Development LLC and its application as being preliminarily suitable for a casino owners’ license in the capital city of Vermilion County. Following this approval, construction can now begin on the site. Groundbreaking could occur in the next month, reports Danville Commercial-News, with construction expected to take about 11 months, according to company officials. “This is a major step in getting this project off the ground,” said Danville Development, LLC…

An Alabama Senate committee approved on Wednesday a legislative proposal seeking to expand gambling in the state. The plan calls for five new casinos, two satellite casinos, legalization of sports betting, a lottery, and a state commission to regulate gaming. The two-bill plan passed the Tourism Committee 9-1 after a public hearing, putting the legislation now in line for a vote in the Senate. “This is not a gaming expansion,” said legislation sponsor Sen. Greg Albritton, according to Alabama.com. “This is a gaming control bill, so that the state exercises its sovereignty over this industry, just like it does the…