Author: OnlineGamblingDaily

Maryland may potentially join the ranks of states legalizing online gaming, including poker, as Senator Ron Watson plans to introduce a bill during the upcoming legislative session. The move aligns with ongoing studies by the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency, with Watson identifying it as an opportunity to generate additional revenue amid the state’s significant budgetary challenges. Watson, noting the potential revenue of $30 million to $40 million, emphasized the urgency due to the state’s projected $400 million deficit and financial obligations, particularly in education, as per media reports. Maryland already permits online sports wagering, with major companies like…

Oriental Regent Ltd, a subsidiary of Hong Kong-listed Summit Ascent Holdings Ltd, is set to sell its gaming and hotel operations in Russia. The wholly-owned subsidiary, G1 Entertainment LLC, is being sold to Russian entity Dalnevostochniy Aktiv LLC for a price consideration of $116 million. According to reports from GGRAsia, the acquisition of 100% of shares of G1 Entertainment would grant Dalnevostochniy Aktiv LLC control over the Tigre de Cristal casino resort near Vladivostok. Simultaneously, the sale of Oriental’s property in Russia is expected to significantly influence the balance sheet of its parent company, Summit Ascent Holdings. The sales price…

Caesars Entertainment has announced the completion of its expansion project at Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino. The significant development, encompassing over 30,000 additional square feet, introduces a blend of gaming and dining experiences to the property.A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Tuesday, January 9 to mark the grand opening of the renovated property. The event was attended by Caesars executives, including Caesars Entertainment Regional President Dan Nita and Colin Skidmore, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Harrah’s Hoosier Park, alongside other guests.“Caesars Entertainment and Harrah’s Hoosier Park are thrilled to unveil our reimagined Hoosier Park experience. From dining to gaming,…

The Indigo Sky Casino and Resort in Tusla, Oklahoma, which recently got affected by a data security breach, is notifying individuals whose personal information may have been accessed in connection with a data security incident. The casino recently reported unusual activity on its computer network, and upon identifying the issue promptly began an internal investigation, took steps to secure its systems and notified law enforcement. It also engaged a forensic security firm to investigate and confirm the security of its computer systems. Tulsa World reported that on December 1st, third-party people got access to some documents from its system. According…

Aristocrat Gaming has announced that it will be showcasing at ICE 2024 in London, from February 6-8, 2024, with the event “Play the A”. At this attraction, the company plans to display over 75 games, including Premium, For Sale, and For Sale Link titles for the EMEA region. Anaxi, a Real Money Gaming and Customer Experience Solutions Aristocrat division, will present the latest titles and developments, including Buffalo Gold Collection, Jackpot Carnival, among others. Another customer-focused experience will be the transformation of land-based games into online games. Marcel Heutmekers “We are committed to the growth of EMEA and expanding our…

iGaming content supplier FBMDS recently confirmed its presence at ICE London from February 6th to 8th. The company has now announced an array of exciting innovations at the event, featuring the launch of “Sapphire Fever and a revamped lineup of classic video bingos” ready to offer an unparalleled player experience. The company says that attendees can explore these cutting-edge solutions and meet the FBMDS team at Booth N3-555 to discuss the future of iGaming. Revealing information about Sapphire Fever, FBMDS says that the game effortlessly adapts to various screen sizes and resolutions, marking a significant stride in gaming accessibility. “This…

Gaming and hospitality firm Golden Entertainment has announced the completion of the previously disclosed sale of its distributed gaming operations in Nevada to an affiliate of Illinois-based private firm J&J Ventures Gaming.As per the deal agreement, J&J Gaming acquired the business for cash consideration of approximately $213.5 million, subject to customary working capital and other adjustments. It will also purchase cash (comprised of cash and cash equivalents related to such operations at the time of closing) of approximately $37.5 million.Latham & Watkins LLP acted as a legal counsel to Golden Entertainment for this transaction.In September, Golden Entertainment sold its distributed gaming operations in…

The Regulated Industries & Utilities Committee of the Georgia Senate passed Senate Bill 172, a sports betting bill, on the second day of the current legislative session. The vote, with an 8-3 majority, allows Georgians to place sports bets online or at remote terminals and “kiosks.” Under the proposed legislation, the state would retain 20% of the gross revenue from most sports bets and 25% from “high-profit” bets, such as live bets during games, Capitol Beat News Service reported. The generated revenue is intended for various state programs outlined in a separate constitutional amendment. The bill, introduced last year, resurfaced…

The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has announced the suspension of Rush Gaming Ltd’s operating license, effective from January 9, 2024. Rush Gaming Ltd, holder of the MGA license MGA/B2C/701/2019, had its authorization revoked under regulation 8 (1) (f) of Malta’s Gaming Compliance and Enforcement Regulations (S.L. 583.06). As a result, Rush Gaming Ltd is no longer authorized to conduct gaming operations. However, the company is required to maintain access to registered players’ accounts and to refund all funds in these accounts in accordance with applicable legislation. According to the regulator, the sanction imposed follows regulation 9 (1) (c) of the Regulations,…

A coalition comprising major US sports betting operators, including FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM, and Fanatics, has aligned with prominent California Indian tribes to express their opposition to a sports betting initiative in California. The Sports Betting Alliance (SBA) officially declared its stance on Tuesday, signaling a collective resistance to the upcoming initiative proposed by Kasey Thompson and Reeve Collins of Eagle 1 Acquisition Co, and Ryan Tyler Walz.“We recently learned that the authors of two sports wagering initiatives in California are trying to find financial support for signature gathering from sports betting operators. In the interest of clarity, and consistent with our…

Can you really go to jail in Las Vegas just for standing on a bridge? A new ordinance going into effect in the middle of this month says “yes” you can! And if you do get arrested, you might be banned from downtown Las Vegas for a year! There are new ways to go to jail in Las Vegas, and one of them begins next week! Plus, if you do get arrested you might not be welcomed in Sin City for up to a year! In what sounds like a joke, the simple act of standing on a pedestrian bridge…

A 38-acre parcel of land on the Las Vegas Strip, designated for a prospective Wynn Resorts establishment, will be repurposed for special events during the upcoming Super Bowl weekend. The vacant Wynn West lot, situated directly across Las Vegas Boulevard from the existing Wynn and Encore resorts, is slated to host the Homecoming Series and Taco Bell Innovation Summit from Feb. 8-11, aligning with Super Bowl week activities, Las Vegas Review-Journal reported, citing Clark County documents. Daily live performances or DJ sets are scheduled as entertainment, expecting an estimated 2,500 to 4,000 nightly attendees. California-based hospitality group H.Wood, proprietor of…

The Epsom Derby, one of UK horse racing’s prominent events, has extended and expanded its deal with sports betting firm Betfred. The deal includes full naming rights for both days of the festival, and the total number of races sponsored will be increased to six across the two days. The original three-year deal announced last year extended by a further 12 months. This means that the Derby will be sponsored by Betfred until 2026 and the bookmaker promises to back more races across Epsom’s two-day festival. Last April, Betfred partnered with Epsom’s owner the Jockey Club, and took on naming…

Betting services supplier SIS (Sports Information Services)  has agreed a deal to offer its 24/7 esports betting product , Competitive Gaming, through Playtech’s online and retail sports betting platforms. The entire library of SIS’ Competitive Gaming content, with over 150,000 annual events provided across ebasketball and esoccer contests between gamers, will be accessible to Playtech’s global network. The agreement, which extends an existing partnership whereby SIS supplies its racing and numbers products via Playtech, is the latest step within the stated plans of the supplier to further develop relationships with leading platforms. The Competitive Gaming solution produced entirely in-house and with integrity…

There’s a new Venetian Las Vegas loyalty program launching in March, called Venetian Rewards. It will feature both gaming and non-gaming expenditures, enhanced earning transparency for slots, tangible and valuable benefits, and unlock more ways to earn Rewards Points. Venetian Rewards is poised to replace the Grazie Rewards program. Existing Grazie Rewards members will be seamlessly transitioned to Venetian Rewards with their current earned tier and points honored. The program consists of Tier Points, allowing guests to swiftly progress through the tiers and Rewards Points, functioning as a form of currency. Tier Points are not only earned by playing on…

DraftKings and NASCAR announced Friday that they have agreed to terms on a written designation agreement, paving the way for the digital sports entertainment and gaming company to operate in the state of North Carolina, pending licensure and regulatory approvals. DraftKings also has been named the exclusive daily fantasy sports partner of NASCAR in the United States and Canada. The provider will now become an Authorized Gaming operator of NASCAR and will receive additional sponsorship benefits within the NASCAR ecosystem nationally. Matt Kalish, President of DraftKings North America “DraftKings and NASCAR have collaborated closely with each other over the years,…