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iGaming solutions supplier EveryMatrix has obtained approval to operate in Pennsylvania, giving it access to its sixth regulated North American iGaming market. The technology and content provider has been granted “interim authorization” from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) enabling it to offer its software and services to licensed state operators.  The supplier has more than 300 global customers with North American licenses and regulatory approvals in all regulated iGaming states including New Jersey, Michigan, West Virginia, Ontario in Canada, and most recently Connecticut.   EveryMatrix bills itself as the industry’s largest iGaming content aggregator and has a series of commercial agreements with…

 February 2, 2024 The threat of another Las Vegas strike involving culinary and hospitality workers is over… almost. Originally, there were about 20 resorts in danger of seeing about 8,000 workers walk off their jobs. This was a separate work stoppage ultimatum from the union in the past year, with the first coming in October. The deadline for this latest Las Vegas strike was pushed back from Friday to Monday, as progress was being made in talks between the resorts and the union. Several of the original 20 properties were able to reach deals with their workers, and by last…

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has granted European lottery group Allwyn the license to operate the National Lottery, marking a significant development as the Fourth National Lottery License takes effect on February 1st. Over the next 10 years, the Fourth License will lead to an increase in ‘Returns to Good Causes’ whilst keeping the National Lottery safe to play, the commission said in a statement.The National Lottery is one of the world’s largest lotteries and since launching in 1994, players have raised more than £48 billion ($60.6 billion at current exchange rates) for more than 685,000 good causes across the UK,…

Mohegan Inspire Resort announced that the first South Korean foreigners-only casino in almost two decades is set to open on Saturday in Yeongjongdo, Incheon.  The property got its license from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism on January 23 to open a new foreigners-only casino in South Korea for the first time in 19 years, as reported by The Korean Herald. Mohegan Inspire Resort’s casino is considered the country’s biggest gambling property with more than 150 types of table games, 390 slot machines, and 160 electronic table games (ETG) to entertain overseas tourists. The two-story casino also has a…

Macau has commenced 2024 on a strong note, revealing a substantial 67% year-over-year increase in gaming revenue for January, reaching MOP$19.3 billion (US$2.4 billion). The surge is attributed to heightened tourism levels throughout 2023.Although specific tourism statistics for January are pending, December 2023 marked the highest number of visitor arrivals since January 2020, sustaining a trend observed over the past year. December recorded a total of 2,943,930 visitors, with an average per-capita spending of MOP$2,366 ($293.87) in Q3.In terms of gaming revenue trends, Macau experienced a brief dip in February last year, followed by a consistent upward trajectory throughout the…

iGaming platform supplier Comtrade Gaming announced the launch of its new game development division, CG Games. “This strategic expansion underscores Comtrade Gaming’s commitment to deliver products that deliver increased revenues for operators,” according to a press release. CG Games debuts with a varied lineup of titles, including the crash games Space Aviator, and Crash Soccer. “These games offer all the thrills of traditional crash games with the added benefit of being able to be customized to a specific operator brand,” the company stated. “Crash Soccer adds a unique twist where players can experience the thrill of going for a goal and…

iGaming content provider Play’n GO has announced the exclusive US release of Gargantoonz with Rush Street Interactive. The flagship title, a Game of the Year candidate and already available in other jurisdictions but now launching in the US for the very first time, will be exclusive to BetRivers players in New Jersey, Michigan, and West Virginia throughout February, before becoming available to all operators in early March. Last month, Play’n GO and Rush Street Interactive announced an expansion of their US partnership from the state of Michigan to also include West Virginia and New Jersey, and this exclusive game release “sees…

B2B online casino solutions provider Evolution saw its operating revenues increase by 16.6% to EUR 475.3 million ($513 million) in the fourth quarter of 2023. For the full year, operating revenues grew 23.5% to EUR 1.8 billion ($1.94 billion). EBITDA increased by 20.5% to EUR 337 million ($363.6 million) in Q4 and 25.7% to EUR 1.26 billion ($1.35 billion) for the full year. The company reported a profit of EUR 283 million ($305.2 million) for the quarter and EUR 1 billion ($1.07 billion).In addition, earnings per share amounted to EUR 5.01 ($5.40) for the full year and the company’s board proposes a…

Without borders or banking barriers, crypto allows fast, global transactions and more. Today, there are over 425 million cryptocurrency users worldwide, according to Statista. Both avid gamblers and technological enthusiasts have been fascinated by the emergence of cryptocurrencies and online casinos at the cusp of a digital revolution. As crypto is making inroads into online gambling currencies, it’s time to consider it as a secure payment method. What are cryptocurrencies Cryptocurrencies are a digital or virtual form of currency that employs cryptography for security. Unlike traditional currencies such as the US Dollar or Euro, cryptocurrencies are decentralised and operate on…

We’re rapidly approaching one of the biggest sporting events on the planet, and Super Bowl betting is already taking place. It’s not just happening in Las Vegas, either. All across America there are people in nearly 40 states placing wagers. However, if you’re playing in the big game, you best not be one of them. The National Football League is implementing stricter gambling policies dealing with Super Bowl betting. And in fairness, the new rules will only apply to players and coaches on the two teams playing in the game. Those new rules state that all players on one of…

 January 31, 2024 Well, the good news is the Bellagio Fountains have been cleared of the disgusting grand stands from the Formula 1 race. So it must be time to get back to normal and get on with life, right? Well, not so fast… there’s more money to be made. Fresh off their appearance in the Las Vegas Grand Prix, the Bellagio Fountains are once again front and center for the upcoming Super Bowl. But this time they won’t be hosting fans. Instead, they will host the CBS Sports studio during the big game. In a town where prostitution is…

A House bill aimed at addressing concerns related to illegal gambling operations in Florida has successfully passed its second committee, though lingering apprehensions persist regarding unintended consequences and potential ambiguity. HB 189, which recently gained approval from the House Appropriations Committee, focuses on escalating penalties for operating unlawful gambling establishments and illegal slot machines, Florida Politics reported.The bill, sponsored by Rep. Michelle Salzman, seeks to impose fines for violations and prohibits the advertisement of unauthorized betting establishments. Salzman asserted that the legislation addresses the infiltration of adult arcades and internet cafes into communities, aiming to cut off financial support for…

iGaming solutions provider Digitain has announced the launch of its new AutoBet sportsbook feature, which the company says is set to “redefine the sports betting experience” by ensuring that bettors are able to select a bet with their preferred odds. The feature puts control in the hands of users by allowing them to define their preferred odds range and customize the betting experience. “By enabling users to set their preferred odds range for a bet, Digitain ensures that players never miss out on the odds they desire, providing a truly personalized and tailored betting experience,” the company said. To use…

Global bookmaker 1xBet has partnered with esports tournament operator PGL Esports for the first-ever Counter-Strike 2 Major event held in Copenhagen, Denmark. As part of the deal, 1xBet has been designated the official betting partner of the tournament. The Romanian esports organization PGL Esports conducts tournaments in CS:GO, Dota 2, and many other titles. PGL has previously hosted three Counter-Strike: Global Offensive majors, including PGL Major Krakow 2017, PGL Major Stockholm 2021 and PGL Major Antwerp 2022. The game Counter-Strike 2 was released on September 27, 2023, replacing the previous version of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. The first ever Counter-Strike 2…

The organizing team of ICE London has announced that Andrew Rhodes, Chief Executive of the UK Gambling Commission, will officially open the ICE Consumer Protection Zone (CPZ) at 11.30 am on Tuesday 6th February. The opening ceremony will be preceded by a donation of £41,000 ($44,690) to a safer gambling charity, chosen by CPZ supporters and donors. This amount, raised through contributions from major brands including Light & Wonder, Flutter, Betsson Group, IGT, Novomatic, Neccton, and Playtech, brings the total donated by CPZ supporters to £238,000 over the past four years. Ewa Bakun, Clarion Gaming’s Director of Industry Insight and…

A total of 11 individuals and organizations, including Victor Rocha, Stowe Shoemaker, Playtech, and Bellagio Resort and Casino, will be honored in the ICE Landmark Awards. The awards function will take place at an informal presentation at ICE, to be held at ExCeL London at 4 pm on Wednesday 7th February, on the Clarion Gaming stand N4 – 360.  The Awards, which are based on nominations from the industry, recognize personalities and organizations in the global gaming space “who have recorded a milestone achievement or are celebrating a landmark event since the last edition of ICE.””The ICE Landmarks reflect the pivotal…