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Formula 1 team Sauber has entered into a two-year title partnership deal with crypto casino and sports betting platform Stake. As part of the deal, the Swiss racing team, previously under the Alfa Romeo name, becomes Stake F1 Team. “Last season represented the start of Stake’s journey in Formula 1, and the brand’s new role headlining Stake F1 Team represents the natural and exciting next step on this path,” Team Representative Alessandro Alunni Bravi said in an announcement. The exclusive partnership with the team, which features drivers Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu, will run throughout the 2024 and 2025 seasons…

The Japanese government has declined the proposal for a casino resort in Nagasaki Prefecture, expressing skepticism regarding the project’s financial viability. The decision marks a pivotal moment for the country’s nascent gambling industry, leaving Osaka as the solitary prefecture pursuing a similar endeavor within the nation. Initially envisioned for development at Huis Ten Bosch, a resort in Sasebo, the Nagasaki IR (integrated resort) aimed for a 2027 launch. Last year, the prefecture submitted a plan to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism, outlining a $3.10 billion (¥438.3 billion) investment, predominantly funded by financial institution loans. However, financial uncertainties…

The amazing Las Vegas Sphere opened in the summer of last year, and the very first act was the world renown rock band U2. They blew the roof (can we call it a roof?) off the Sphere every month since, but their time at the venue is coming to an end in early March. And the question is who will follow them? Well, there have been lots of rumors floating around, but several days ago the folks at the Las Vegas Sphere finally made an official announcement. And while the next band may be more mellow and not as famous,…

In an exclusive interview with Yogonet, Jurgen De Munck, CEO of casino solutions provider DR Gaming Technology, reflects on the gaming industry’s trajectory in 2023, highlighting a year marked by resurgence and a return to normalcy. Moreover, notable among the industry’s shifts is the drive towards cashless gaming, where De Munck emphasizes the operational insights and personalized player engagement DRGT offers. Looking ahead, De Munck emphasizes the pivotal role of collaborations and technological advancements like AI in shaping the industry’s future. Additionally, recent licensure in France positions the company well to leverage its experience to cater effectively to the evolving French gaming…

2023 is fast approaching its end, and companies worldwide are reflecting on the year that ends and preparing for the one that’s ahead. In an exclusive interview with Yogonet, Ian Tibot, Chief Product Officer at Future Anthem, shared the company’s highlights for the year, and its plans for the future. The executive further provides his opinion on the trends that will gain momentum in 2024, such as AI. What is your assessment of the year? What are your main takeaways and highlights from 2023? And what can you tell us about the upcoming year? Are there any new plans or announcements…

Construction on the Dream Las Vegas may begin again early in 2024, after encountering financial setbacks that led to a halt in construction. The long-stalled 530 room boutique hotel project situated on the south side of the Strip, near the Welcome to Las Vegas sign. Indications are that a potential restart of construction could happen as soon as January. The law firm of Kaempfer Crowell represents the developers, and they submitted a request to Clark County for an extension of the project’s building permits, as reported by a Las Vegas newspaper. The 5.25-acre site was once intended to house the…

The closing year was a rewarding one for designer and manufacturer Konami Gaming. The company was able to progress its mission to integrate more creative entertainment options into its traditional land-based product, while its iGaming arm broadened its reach into social gaming and wagering sites by offering its popular slot brands for omnichannel game delivery. Additionally, Konami’s SYNKROS casino management system kept seeing strong global interest. In an exclusive interview with Yogonet, Eduardo Aching, Vice President of International Gaming Operations at Konami, discusses the company’s trajectory over the past year and shares insights into the outlook for 2024. As you…

As 2023 comes to an end, Yogonet spoke with Yana Mareva, Head of PMO & Account Management at Uplatform, who shared the company’s highlights for the year, and its plans for the future. Mareva also gave us her opinion on the uses of AI, sustaining that it is a “valuable tool to assist us in our daily tasks rather than as complete replacements for human capabilities.” What is your assessment of the year? What are your main takeaways and highlights from 2023? It has been a challenging but very productive year for our team. We managed to pull off a whopping…

Gaming and hospitality firm Mohegan went through several major developments in 2023, among them the first step towards Asian expansion by soft-launching its INSPIRE resort in South Korea in November. However, the company is also working towards growth opportunities elsewhere, including the digital gaming segment, where Mohegan is seeking to secure a premier position by leveraging the latest technological advancements. In a special interview with Yogonet, Ray Pineault, President and CEO of Mohegan, highlights the company’s strategic investments in 2023, discusses the adoption of emerging trends and AI’s significance in the gaming industry, and reveals some of the company’s plans…

We’re heading into 2024 with the promise of a Super Bowl in Las Vegas. So how does that change the beloved Mirage Volcano into a corporate promotion? Well, in America capitalism is king. So that means marketers are always pushing the limits of what they can get away with. Trust us… we’re marketers! The iconic volcano attraction was shut down during the big Formula 1 race in November. The resort then re-opened the attraction on December 15th (it was scheduled to re-open on the 8th) and it will remain open until its upcoming transition into a snow capped mountain! Believe…

The inaugural edition of SBC Summit Rio will take place March 5-7, 2024 at the 5-star Windsor Barra hotel in Rio de Janeiro and tickets are already sold out. Event organizers confirmed the event’s agenda this week and stressed that the aim is that, “in addition to the countless networking opportunities on the show floor, the more than 3,000 attendees will be able to take advantage of a meticulously crafted world-class conference program.” The first of the panels detailed by the organization is the regulators’ panel titled ‘a look back at the first six months of regulated sports betting, with…

Aside from the bill presented by the senator of the Uruguayan National Party Sergio Botana to regulate the activity of slot machines, Uruguay does not have any law regulating online gambling, despite the overall consensus of its necessity. Since August 2022, the Finance Committee of Deputies has been studying a bill approved by the Senate which introduces modifications to the regulation presented by the Executive Power in November 2021. This bill seeks to legalize and regulate online gambling by the General Directorate of Casinos and private parties. Juan Martín Rodríguez, a member of the Commission, commented that in the lower…

In the countdown to a new beginning of the year, different players in the gaming sector continue to reflect on the main events of 2023, as well as predictions for the near future. In an interview with Yogonet, Miguel Ángel Ochoa, president of the Association of Permit Holders, Operators and Suppliers of the Entertainment and Gambling Industry in Mexico (AIEJA), described the current scenario of the national industry and its “sustained growth trend”, as well as anticipating AIEJA’s plans to face the governmental decree that modifies the Gaming Law Regulations. What overall balance can you give us of what 2023…

Just about everyone is familiar with Artificial Intelligence at this point. Whether it’s good or bad for the world is debatable. But AI slot machines are on the rise now, and they will change the way you play (and lose) at slots. Most of us have played around with Chat GPT or another AI platform. The development and growth of Artificial Intelligence is a genie that cannot be put back in the bottle. So is it really any surprise that the technology has found its way to the world of gambling? AI slot machines will revolutionize the way we interact…

In October, Arizona’s sportsbooks reported a handle of $648.2 million, marking the state’s second-highest total in 26 months of legal wagering. This significant growth is attributed to the presence of the World Series during the month, contributing to a higher monthly total than in over a year. The Arizona Department of Gaming provided the statistics, revealing a 5.1% increase in sports betting handle compared to the previous October, bringing the total for the calendar year above $5 billion. However, despite the impressive numbers, the state’s sports gaming law structure has limited its revenue gains, reports 12News. While October’s bettor losses…

2023 was a great and productive year for Slotegrator, one full of reflection and solid research. In this article, the iGaming solutions provider takes a look at what goals were fulfilled and what new goals Slotegrator should set.  For Slotegrator, 2023 was a year of thorough research, deep insights, rethinking, and qualitative growth. During the year, the Slotegrator team visited key countries in its main markets (Europe, LatAm, Asia, Africa), learned all the new trends, and became convinced that it had chosen the right path and way of development.  The Slotegrator team visited many iGaming events in 2023. Among them…