Author: OnlineGamblingDaily

The UK government’s review of gambling laws, launched by the department for digital, culture, media and sport (DCMS), in December 2020, has been delayed again until May, according to sources cited by The Guardian. A white paper was originally due to be released before the end of 2021, but was postponed until early 2022 after a cabinet reshuffle that saw John Whittingdale replaced as gambling minister by Chris Philp. The new postponement has reignited concern among gambling addiction campaigners demanding urgent reform. Carolyn Harris, who chairs a cross-party group of MPs examining gambling-related harm, voiced fears that the uncertainty surrounding the…

In line with its growth strategy for Latin America, Swedish gambling operator Betsson continues to strengthen its presence on the continent by partnering with local operators. Betsson, together with Casino de Victoria, has been granted a license for both the Province and the City of Buenos Aires in Argentina, and both of these are now live. “Whilst the land-based gambling market is very mature in Argentina, online gambling is still relatively new and thereby represents significant potential for Betsson in the country,” stated the company. For the Argentinian market, Betsson has partnered with Casino de Victoria, a land-based operator in Argentina and part…

 February 7, 2022 It’s that most wonderful time of the year again! The Super Bowl is here! This year, legal sports bets are expected to double on the big game, and that should translate to around a billion dollars wagered on February 13th! PlayUSA released their projections last week, which estimated that the $500 million in action wagered on last year’s game will roughly double this year. And why not? The opportunity for Americans to place legal sports bets has grown. And just adding New York mobile sports betting could get the numbers close to a billion! There are a…

BGaming announced Friday the launch of a St. Valentine’s Day slot set of themed games to celebrate the holiday. Three studio titles inclunding “Candy Monsta”, “Miss Cherry Fruits”, and “Fruit Million” change their skin to fit February 14’s “romantic look”.  “Inspired by the passion for iGaming, the BGaming shares festive vibes with players. Valentine’s cards, lovely music, and ruby heart-shaped symbols… Every title is full of sweet holiday attributes. With an updated design and generous features, the games bring a romantic mood and fantastic gifts at the same time!”, the company described. BGaming also offers promo opportunities for operators. The…

Euro Games Technology (EGT) is expanding its partnership with Grand Pasha Nicosia Hotel & Casino & Spa, the Bulgarian gaming manufacturer announced on Thursday. Resulting from the new deal, EGT is set to provide Grand Pasha Casinos, one of the biggest casino chains in Northern Cyprus, with additional gaming products and offerings. Grand Pasha Casinos’ facility in Nicosia will be adding 16 Multiplayer Terminal S-line 32 along with EGT Live Roulette Center and EGT Roulette Center Automated. The addition of the EGT Multiplayer products is set to diversify Grand Pasha Nicosia Hotel & Casino & Spa’s portfolio of gaming opportunities,…

Bally’s Corporation’s board of directors announced Thursday it has formed a special committee of independent and disinterested directors, authorized to evaluate the preliminary, non-binding proposal, dated January 25, by Standard General to acquire all of the outstanding shares of Bally’s that it does not already own for $38 in cash per share, as well as any potential strategic alternatives to the proposal. The deal values the company at about $2.07 billion.  New York-based investment firm Standard General, which already owns a 21% majority stake in Bally’s, submitted a letter to Bally’s board detailing the offer to buy the remaining stock.…

MGM Resorts International, BetMGM, and the National Hockey League (NHL) announced on Thursday a multi-year extension of their partnership. The news comes as MGM Resorts, which operates T-Mobile Arena, prepares to host Honda NHL All-Star Weekend festivities in Las Vegas on February 4-5. Several special events will take place at MGM Resorts’ properties along the Las Vegas Strip as well. As an official sports betting and resort partner of the NHL, BetMGM and MGM Resorts will continue using NHL brands to enhance the experience for both customers and guests. BetMGM and MGM Resorts will continue to be integrated into the NHL’s jewel…

Wynn Resorts is ready to unveil its new plans to expand its Encore Boston Harbor property. According to 7 News Boston, the gaming company is ready to brief next week, in a Feb. 10 meeting, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission on its plans to develop the land across its Everett venue, a commission official said on Wednesday. The development plan would involve a new entertainment venue, restaurants and parking garage. While Wynn has been discussing plans to develop the land across the casino for some time now, and the Gaming Commission was prepared to listen to a proposal last month, the…

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The Dutch Gambling Authority is calling on online casinos to lower their daily limits, local media reports. The decision is being taken after Kassa, a Dutch TV consumer protection show, revealed users could set their money limit to 100,000 euros per day and playing time limit to 24 hours per day. “Strictly speaking, the provider is not doing anything wrong with this,” said Rene Jansen, Gambling Authority chairman, according to NU.nl. “However, I would like to call on the providers of online gambling to look at this carefully. It may not be to the letter, but it is the spirit…

A recently announced deal between The Jockey Club -the largest commercial group in British horseracing- and gambling tech company Playtech has been criticized for “poor timing” and of negatively affecting the horseracing industry by the Horseracing Bettors Forum (HBF), a body created in 2015 to represent the perceived interests of those who bet on British horseracing. Under the new five-year partnership with The Jockey Club, unveiled earlier this week, Playtech is set to develop a range of cross-product content based on the races and racecourses operated by the commercial group. Playtech has earned rights to develop content across verticals including…

Mohegan Sun’s operator, the Mohegan Tribe, announced Friday it has volunteered its support Thursday for anticipated legislation that would authorize a study of the prevalence of problem gambling in the state, an issue of renewed concern since last year’s legalization of sports betting and online casino gaming.  James Gessner Jr., the tribe’s chairman, addressed the issue in a letter Thursday to the co-chairmen and ranking members of the legislature’s Public Safety and Security Committee, which conducted a January 24 forum on gaming. During the session, the executive director of the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling, Diana Goode, said calls to…

Caesars Sportsbook is partnering with the Michigan Cornhole League for the Spring 2022 MCL season, the gaming giant announced on Wednesday. Through this exclusive partnership, the Caesars Entertainment division is set to serve as Title Sponsor of weekly Michigan Cornhole League local events. Moreover, registered Caesars Sportsbook app users will be eligible to play in the league’s regional and state tournaments each month, a press release states. MGL will also introduce an entirely new competitive format as part of the partnership, to be known as the “Caesars Sportsbook Tournament of Champions.” From February 5, 20220 – March 26, 2022, this…

Las Vegas Sands announced Wednesday it has again been named one of the “World’s Most Admired Companies” in Fortune’s annual list of the most respected and reputable businesses. Sands’ 2022 appearance on the list is its sixth straight and ninth in the past decade. Patrick Dumont, President and COO of Las Vegas Sands spoke about the company’s inclusion in Fortune’s list and said: “Our continued inclusion on this prestigious reputational benchmark speaks to the economic value, social benefit, environmental leadership and business acumen we bring to our communities and the hospitality industry as a whole. We are committed to delivering impact through corporate…

Euro Games Technology (EGT) has become the latest exhibitor to withdraw from its participation at ICE London 2022.  The Bulgarian gaming provider announced its “tough” decision in a press release Thursday, after “difficult discussions and thorough considerations”. It cited concerning factors surrounding this event, including “health risks and unfavourable allocation of dates,” concluding that its participation at ICE would “carry a lot of risks.” Clarion Gaming decided to postpone ICE London from its traditional February dates to April 12-14 at ExCeL, due to concerns over the Omicron coronavirus variant spread. “The spread of Omicron is still a major issue across the UK and Europe…

Caesars Sportsbook, a division of Caesars Entertainment, Inc., announced Friday it will make its advertising debut in football’s biggest game of the year with a 30-second spot in the second quarter of Super Bowl LVI. Featuring an all-star cast including actor and comedian JB Smoove, award-winning actress Halle Berry, and the Mannings (Archie, Cooper, Eli, Peyton), the spot introduces a new installment of Caesars Sportsbook’s popular “Caesar and Cleo” campaign. Caesars Sportsbook’s Super Bowl commercial was brought to life by award-winning director Stacy Wall, who has led advertising projects for brands such as Sprint, Uber Eats, and Honda. Advertising industry veteran Jeff…