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Two unions representing workers at the Encore Boston Harbor casino could carry out a strike on June 30, in protest of the low wages and benefits they claim to receive at the establishment. The workers are seeking increases in their updated contract at the Everett, Massachusetts resort. Worker unions United Here Local 26 and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 25 voted unanimously on Wednesday to authorize the strike, which would begin June 30 if an agreement can’t be reached first. The unions represent workers including room attendants, cocktail servers, bar porters, cooks, dishwashers and public area cleaners. The workers’…

Online gaming content provider CT Interactive continues to expand in Europe as a new portion of 32 slot games has been released in the Belarusian market. “With an aim to deliver unparalleled entertainment and immersive gaming experiences, these exciting additions cater to Belarusian players’ unique preferences and interests,” said the firm. In a press release, the company said the 32 titles feature “stunning graphics, dynamic gameplay, and innovative features that promise to take players on an unforgettable gaming journey.” The new slot games showcase diverse themes, “ensuring there’s something for every type of player.” From action-packed adventures and mystical worlds to classic…

Play’n GO’s Chief Commercial Officer Magnus Olsson highlighted the importance of using content to drive operator retention strategies on a panel at the 2023 iGaming Next conference in Valletta, Malta. At the panel, the iGaming supplier’s CCO was Joined by the CEOs of Crucial Compliance and Aspire Global. Olsson highlighted how the drive towards regulation in many markets had made player acquisition costs so high that “retention strategies through great content are what everyone needs to invest more in.” While the panel moved to discuss the importance of RTP levels in retention strategies, Olsson added: “I think it’s more about…

Video bingo and iGaming supplier FBMDS has partnered with online casino Vai de Bet for “a memorable Saint John’s celebration” through its latest slot. The digital wing of FBM is bringing a new entertainment offer to Brazilian festivities by launching Bailão Junino in Vai de Bet’s online casino. The online slot developed by FBMDS is the official game of Vai de Bet Saint John’s celebrations, in Campina Grande. Bailão Junino was launched earlier this month, and is inspired by Brazilian festivities. The event promises to offer weeks of joy and party to millions of people visiting the state of Paraíba and…

Creative chicken dishes and scrumptious shakes have arrived at Caesars Palace: Chicken Guy! by famed chef and TV personality Guy Fieri is now open in the Forum Food Hall at Caesars Palace. The new quick dining establishment features “bomb-tastic” options like signature sandwiches, sharable sides, chicken tenders and sweet treats. Delivering big on flavor and texture, the menu features tenders brined in fresh lemon juice, pickle brine and buttermilk and infused with fresh herbs. Guests can order them grilled or fried – in sandwiches, straight up or in meal-sized salad bowls. No matter the order, the tenders are best enjoyed…

Churchill Downs Incorporated announced Thursday that Churchill Downs Racetrack will be celebrating its upcoming 150 Kentucky Derby “by highlighting the rich history of the iconic race” at the five-day Royal Ascot race meet that concludes Saturday. The 150 Kentucky Derby will take place on Saturday, May 4, 2024. For the first time at Ascot Racecourse, racing enthusiasts have been able to experience the traditions of the Kentucky Derby through an experiential activation in the Queen Anne Enclosure. Guests were able to enjoy signature Mint Juleps, witness the Kentucky Derby trophy on display, and photograph themselves among a rose-filled backdrop. “We…

iGaming operator Codere Online has announced the favorable resolution of all 20 agenda items at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) held Thursday at the registered office of the company, including the appointment of Michal Elimelech as a new member of the Board of Directors. Elimelech will be replacing Oscar Iglesias as one of four directors nominated by Codere Newco S.A. In a press statement, the company said: “The Board extends its sincere appreciation to Iglesias for his valuable contribution and dedication during his tenure as board member and looks forward to continue working with him in his current executive role…

iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has announced the release of its latest online slot, titled Heist for the Golden Nuggets. The company describes the game as “a quest for spoils,” wherein the players will find themselves on the run with a “band of outlaws.” Pragmatic Play notes that the new game is set across 5×3 reels, as an array of armed wild west characters saturates the board as the game’s symbols. Against the backdrop of the wild west, the Golden Badge Wilds appear on the reels and can substitute all other symbols on the board to help players form matching…

The global online gambling market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of more than 12% from now through 2028. Gambling is highly sensitive and responsive to new technologies and innovations. The unprecedented growth of online gambling activities, such as online casinos and betting, has propelled players in the online gambling market to adopt new technologies to survive the competition. One such technology which is widely making inroads into the industry is augmented reality and virtual reality. The gambling industry has the highest potential to use AR and Virtual Reality technology in the future. Top gambling vendors…

iGaming metaverse platform Land Vegas, which fuses the experience of physical casinos with that of an online casino through Virtual Reality, was present at the recently held Peru Gaming Show 2023. At the event, which took place on June 14 and 15 in Lima, the company set the goal “to showcase its revolutionary gaming metaverse at one of the most important events in the industry in the region.” The Founder and CEO of Land Vegas, David Fica, along with Patricio Broerse, Co-Founder and Gaming Director, and Hans Peters Froitzick, CBO, were present at the event. According to a press release, the…

Online gaming software solutions provider Slotegrator has successfully showcased its Telegram Casino solution at the BiS SiGMA Americas event in São Paulo, held from June 14-18. The company stated in a press release that its mobile-accessible platform, which offers a casino experience through the messaging app, garnered significant interest from participants. Telegram Casino’s convenience and versatility are some of its key selling points, providing players with “a complete game catalog, a user-friendly interface, and full functionality.” The solution’s ability to operate an entire casino platform within the popular messaging application captivated “a large audience” at the event. The recent regulation of sports…

Malta President George Vella has officially signed Bill 55 into law, which empowers Maltese courts to reject the acknowledgment and implementation of overseas judgments relating to online gambling in Malta. The bill has now been incorporated into the country’s existing Gambling Act, which regulates and supervises the industry. The new legislation, known as the ‘Gaming Amendment Bill’ and sponsored by Honorable Silvio Schembri, MP Minister for the Economy and European Funds, protects Malta Gambling Authority (MGA) licensed operators from foreign enforcement actions under two circumstances. “The scope of the amendments enacted into law is restricted, and the law does not preclude any…

Looking forward to the Las Vegas Grand Prix? Well, tickets are now on sale for MGM Resorts International’s luxury Bellagio Fountain Club, the Company’s premier viewing experience for the Formula 1 Race, 16-18 November 2023. Perched above the Las Vegas Strip Circuit, the exclusive Bellagio Fountain Club will provide unrivaled track and fountain views; meet and greets with F1 ambassadors; unlimited food & beverage by celebrated chefs, master mixologists and sommeliers; and access to the Club’s private indoor and rooftop hospitality decks. An all-star lineup of legendary chefs from MGM Resorts’ portfolio, including Mario Carbone, David Chang, Michael Mina, Masaharu…

International Game Technology (IGT) announced Tuesday that its Wheel of Fortune slots awarded three million-dollar-plus jackpots in May, totaling more than $6.3 million combined for the month. The jackpots were as follows: On May 2, a Wheel of Fortune slots player won $1,215,041 playing Wheel of Fortune High Roller at Ho-Chunk Gaming Nekoosa in Nekoosa, Wisconsin. Meanwhile, on May 19, a Wheel of Fortune slots player won $2,914,518 playing Wheel of Fortune Pink Diamond at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Last but not least, on May 26, a Wheel of Fortune slots player won $2,198,173…

The Football Association of Montenegro (FSCG) and Meridianbet have announced a new partnership through which the sports betting operator will become an official sponsor of the Montenegrin association. The sponsorship agreement was signed in the House of Football by Dejan Savićević, President of the Football Association of Montenegro and former European footballer; and Jovana Klisić, Executive Director of Meridianbet Montenegro. The deal will run through to the end of 2024.  The partnership represents a major advancement in a relationship between the brand and Montenegrin football that began last year, when Meridianbet started sponsoring the First Montenegrin Football League.  On this…

iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has announced its latest release in the Big Bass franchise, titled Big Bass Amazon Xtreme. The latest fisherman-themed game features familiar symbols and gameplay returning to the 5×3 reels. Additionally, Big Bass Amazon Xtreme also features new symbols that must form a matching combination across 10 pay lines to award a win. The provider explains that the game features money symbols in the shape of fish that can land during the base game, with random chances of players collecting the fish’s values of up to 1,000x their bet. A random multiplier of up to 40x…