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New Jersey’s gambling market experienced notable shifts in November, with internet gambling and sports betting setting new records, according to data released by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement. In November, casinos and their technology partners saw over $171.5 million in winnings from online table games and slots, reflecting a 17.4% growth compared to November 2022’s $146.2 million. Concurrently, the casinos and three horse tracks accepting sports bets recorded $1.62 billion in bets for the month, establishing yet another record, with numbers growing 45% from the $1.1 billion recorded in the corresponding month in the previous year. The figures…

 December 18, 2023 M Resort in Henderson, Nevada, is gearing up for the 2023 holiday season by announcing their Rockin’ Christmas project, which is the world’s largest drive-through animated light show produced by World of Illumination. The attraction opened in November and will run through December 31st. Featuring millions of colorful LED lights and hundreds of moving displays, the world’s largest animated drive-through audio-visual experience is a mesmerizing event that will rock your holidays. Rockin’ Christmas lets guests turn up the holiday spirit at a family-friendly holiday attraction offering something everyone will love. In this mile-long symphony of sight and…

Vermont Governor Phil Scott and state officials have provided details on the regulations governing the imminent launch of legalized online sports betting during their weekly briefing on Wednesday.The legislative framework, known as Act 63, was passed by the Vermont Legislature and signed into law by Governor Scott in June. The state is scheduled to initiate online sports wagering on January 11th, the WAMC Northeast Public Radio reported.Governor Scott, Republican, expressed longstanding support for this initiative. “In 2018 the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the federal ban that was in place. I first proposed legalizing sports wagering in 2019 and the…

BitcoinCasinos.com has announced a domain name change to FairBitcoinCasinos.com. This move is part of a strategy to emphasize the site’s commitment to safe online gambling with cryptocurrencies, according to a press statement. The company, which provides verified reviews and comparison tables to help customers find reliable cryptocurrency casinos, views this rebranding as a key step in its mission to promote transparent and secure gambling experiences. The new brand FairBitcoinCasinos.com aims to offer detailed and user-friendly resources for online cryptocurrency bettors worldwide. “We are very excited to introduce the new domain name Fair Bitcoin Casinos,” said Tom Middleton, the Editor-in-Chief of FairBitcoinCasinos.com. “Our primary…

The New South Wales (NSW) government has agreed to expand a cashless gaming trial as part of the Australian state’s ongoing gambling reforms. The expanded trial will begin in the first quarter of 2024 and will cover about 4,500 machines in 28 clubs and hotels across 24 metropolitan and regional local government entities. An independent group established in July to supervise gambling reform in NSW recommended this expansion. More than 250 machines at Wests Newcastle and Club York have already undergone cashless gaming trials. To participate in the trial, minimum criteria include harm minimization protections, anti-money laundering protections, data security,…

We’re sharing another look at the Las Vegas Sphere, an uninterrupted look at the light show with part three! Watch our steady, tripod mounted camera as it catches all the action from the MSG Sphere and its amazing displays. We’ve added music to the experience make viewing more fun, and we hope you enjoy the show! The glimpse of the Las Vegas Sphere captivated me as I peered through a cramped window seat while approaching Sin City. The aircraft, mid-flight, unexpectedly descended, creating a turbulence sensation. It was the kind of turbulence that prompts gasps and prompts passengers to clutch…

 December 14, 2023 Here you go, boys & girls! We’re taking a look at the Santa’s Factory online slot with 7 rows and 7 cascading reels from GameArt! Santa gives out random gifts of up to 8 wild symbols, setting off winning combinations! Fill the Multiplier Meter on the left side of the screen for wins up to 10 times your bet! Slice & Dice is one of several unique features that include the Santa Bonus, Swap Shop, Explosion, and Destruction. The big day is fast approaching, and the Santa’s Factory online slot is buzzing with activity as preparations are…

Boyd Gaming Corporation has announced changes to its leadership structure with the promotion of four senior executives, part of a focused initiative to strengthen its management and organizational structure. Steve Thompson, previously the Executive Vice President, Operations for the Nevada region, has been appointed as the new Chief Administrative Officer, effective immediately. Assuming Thompson’s prior role is Steve Schutte, formerly the Senior Vice President, Operations for the company’s Las Vegas Locals properties. Alongside the oversight of the Nevada properties, Schutte will now lead Corporate Slot Operations, Food and Beverage, and Hotel Operations. Ted Bogich, previously serving as the Executive Vice…

The North Carolina Lottery Commission has taken a step forward in paving the way for sports betting in the Tar Heel State, endorsing a second set of regulations to oversee the market. These regulations encompass critical areas, including responsible gaming, advertising, and the application process for interested operators. Notably, the Commission decided against including fantasy sports in North Carolina’s betting market, concentrating primarily on the sports betting side of the law, deemed more lucrative and fundamental within the legislation. Within the comprehensive 256-page document of regulations, stringent measures have been proposed. The ban of terms like “risk-free” and “free” from…

A second attempt to pass a bill prohibiting smoking in Atlantic City casinos has failed to garner sufficient votes, despite having numerous legislative sponsors and strong backing from casino workers who cite health concerns related to second-hand smoke exposure on the job. Although indoor smoking is prohibited in almost all public places in New Jersey, the current law allows smoking on up to 25% of the casino gambling floor, without restricting it to a specific area. The proposed legislation aimed to close this loophole in the state’s anti-smoking law.A group of people, including those affiliated with C.E.A.S.E. (Casino Employees Against…

SAGSE Latam authorities announced the last rooms available at the Hilton Buenos Aires Hotel, the official venue for the event to be held on March 20 and 21. These rooms have special and exclusive rates for operators, exhibitors, and sponsors attending the summit. The 2023 edition of SAGSE attracted more than 3,000 entrepreneurs, 75% of whom were foreigners. “SAGSE Latam is, was, and will be a meeting point, where the industry has the opportunity to network face-to-face with the main players in the region, get updated on the latest market trends, and find business opportunities in an environment specially designed…

Gaming and hospitality firm Mohegan saw its net revenue grow 7.5% to $444.3 million in the three-month period ending September 30, pushing it to its highest consolidated net revenue for a single fiscal year.  The quarter’s revenue contributed to Mohegan’s record consolidated net revenue of $1.67 billion for 2023. Mohegan also generated adjusted EBITDA of $399.9 million for the full year, the second highest in its history, just below the $403.9 million record set in 2022. The high adjusted EBITDA was posted despite a $4.7 million interest impact from Mohegan’s Niagara debenture conversion and related transactions.  “Our Adjusted EBITDA for fiscal 2023…

Lotto.com, an online lottery platform that delivers official state draw games and scratch tickets, is celebrating a major customer win – a $3 million prize from a MONOPOLY 500X scratch ticket.  Merely months after introducing its digital scratch ticket offering in Colorado, Ohio, and Texas, the winning ticket stands as the “most substantial” jackpot in the history of digital scratch ticket orders, according to Lotto.com The winning ticket holder from Colorado has been an avid customer on Lotto.com and has ordered regularly on the platform over the last year, says the company. “I couldn’t believe that after two minutes of…

UK-based game studio Blueprint Gaming has announced a new title for its Jackpot King series with the inclusion of Lucksome’s newest release, Big Hits Blazinator, a release that “raises the temperature for classic slot gaming.” The provider says that the fruit-themed game “not only elevates the classic genre but becomes the first Lucksome title to incorporate Blueprint Gaming’s now industry-standard” Jackpot King progressive system, which offers improved win potential with every spin. Gameplay during Big Hits Blazinator is set across six reels and four rows with 50 pay lines active, delivering what Blueprint calls “a sense of nostalgia” with instantly recognizable…

The members of the ICE and iGB Affiliate Advisory Board, the group of major exhibitors brought together to help oversee the pan-European bid process to host the two gaming expos, participated in an orientation event organized by Clarion Gaming in partnership with Fira de Barcelona and the Barcelona Convention Bureau. Exhibitors from the online, land-based, and affiliate gaming sectors were represented across the two Orientation Days, held ahead of ICE’s relocation from its traditional home of London to Barcelona starting in 2025, providing them with “a taste” of what the new experience will be like. The event included guided tours…

German gambling company Gauselmann Group was honored with the “Compliance Team of the Year” award at the Global Regulatory Awards 2023 in London.With this award, the panel of international gambling regulators and industry experts recognized the Gauselmann Global Compliance Team for successfully ensuring compliant gambling operations throughout the entire group, the company noted in a statement.The Global Regulatory Awards are presented annually, honoring individuals, teams, and companies in the international gambling industry in over 20 different categories for achievements in compliance, social responsibility, and safe gambling. The award ceremony was conducted at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London.”The demands…