Author: OnlineGamblingDaily

This week, sports betting and the NBA executed a textbook pick and roll with the announcement that PointsBet has become the official sports betting partner for the Indiana Pacers. This partnership means that PointsBet’s branding will be clearly visible during all of the Pacers’ games in addition to other advertisements throughout the Bankers Life Fieldhouse stadium. This deal will also provide Pacers fans and residents of Indiana with unique betting opportunities as well. A Deal That Has Sparked Plenty of Excitement The partnership has sparked a lot of excitement especially considering this is the first time an official sportsbook will…

 August 8, 2020 The brand new Circa Las Vegas Casino, down on the famous Las Vegas Fremont Street, will have extensive no contact technology and services throughout when it opens late this October. The 25-story, 777 room “adults only” resort will feature technology from Intelity. The no contact experience at Circa will include mobile check-in and mobile key, as well as a fleet of 10-inch tablets that will enable contactless service and give guests digital control over their stays. Guests will be able to skip the front desk and check in directly from their smartphones, but will also be able…

Edge sorting is an advantage gambling method that gained mainstream fame several years ago. Professional gambler Phil Ivey used this technique to make nearly $21 million in profits. Of course, Ivey is a 10-time World Series of Poker champion and multimillionaire. It’s not like he was some Joe Six-pack walking down into the casino and winning a life-changing fortune. That said, you may wonder if it’s possible for an average Joe to win like Ivy—or at least net a large amount of money—through edge sorting. I’ll discuss more on the latter technique along with if it’s feasible to use for…

T he Ione Band of Miwok Indians reached a major milestone in its attempt to build a casino in Amador County as the tribe signed a contract with Gov. Gavin Newsom. The compact allows the tribe to build a gaming facility that offers off-track wagering on horse races, card tables and up to 1,200 slot machines, the Sacramento Business Journal reports. “I’m really looking forward to seeing the opportunities that come to the tribe and our people as a result of these recent developments,” said tribal Chairperson Sara Dutschke. Finalizing the compact has been almost 20 years in the making, Dutschke…

C entury Casinos announced Friday its financial results for the second quarter of 2020. Net operating revenue was $36.1 million, a decrease of 31% from the same period of the prior year. Losses from operations were $2.1 million, compared to earnings of $2.6 million in Q2 2019, a 181% decline. Adjusted EBITDA was -$1.8 million, down 126% year-over-year. The company said the COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted its results of operations, which included an additional $1.2 million impairment of goodwill and casino licenses. Century’s second quarter 2020 net operating revenue and Adjusted EBITDA also were significantly hit by the acquisition of…

P lay’n GO has announced the launch of its latest slot offering, Blinged, a 5×3 video slot in which women take center stage as players attempt to make it to the top and bag the riches. A spiritual successor to their 2015 slot Pimped, this latest title is based around the world of rap, specifically female artists. The game is a reflection of some modern cultural themes with the rise in popularity of artists like Cardi B, Doja Cat, and Megan Thee Stallion cementing women’s place at the forefront of music in recent times. The key to this latest title…

P laytech today announces it has launched its award-winning Casino content with long-term strategic partner, Bet365, in New Jersey. The agreement sees Bet365 go live with a selection of Playtech’s best-performing games including Playtech classics like White King, Great Blue, and Frankie Dettori’s™ Magic Seven. The partnership marks the first step for Playtech into the US market, with plans to partner with more New Jersey operators in the coming months. This follows Playtech securing regulatory approval for the market just last month. Playtech has also started the licensing process in other US jurisdictions. bet365 entered the New Jersey market in…

G olden Entertainment, Inc. this week reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2020. “Our results since reopening have exceeded our expectations, with June Adjusted EBITDA up 14% over last June even with fewer days of operations. Performance in June was led by our Las Vegas Locals casinos and taverns which achieved double-digit revenue growth and collectively doubled their Adjusted EBITDA contribution compared to the same period last year. We generated a similar strong performance in June from our reopened Laughlin and Pahrump casinos, which increased revenue and grew Adjusted EBITDA by over 50%. In addition to…

When it comes to the origins of gambling in many places across the globe, Europe is usually responsible. The Roman Empire has had a great influence on many cultures and the types of gambling they engage in. The same can be said about the Spaniards. They are responsible for the spread of Western culture throughout much of the world, and gambling is no exception. The origins of gambling in Argentina tell quite the story. Let’s take a look at what happened before the founding of Argentina to see how the gambling culture has evolved and where it stands today. Here…

On Saturday, August 8th, NASCAR returns to the Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, MI, for a weekend double header starting with the FireKeepers Casino 400, which is the the 21st race of the regular season. On Sunday, August 9th, NASCAR sends the drivers right back out on the track to compete in the Consumers Energy 400, which is the 22nd race of the regular season. This double header ensures that NASCAR will be able to finish their season on time especially the Playoffs. With just six races until the Playoffs, there’s a lot of bump drafting on the track and…

Most online slots display their return to player (RTP) in the pay table. You can use this information to figure out how much you stand to win back with a given game. Many slots providers are perfectly comfortable showing you what kind of edge they hold. Some are even proud when they feature extremely high RTP worth 97% or more. However, not every developer falls into this category. Certain providers are more mysterious with payout percentages for their games. You may immediately think the worst upon finding a slot that doesn’t display the RTP. After all, so many game developers…

So, you’ve finally decided to grace a casino with your presence. Congratulations! Speaking from experience, the first time at a casino can be overwhelming for new gamblers. Upon entry, you’ll most likely be blown away by the totality of all the sights and sounds, and before you know it, it’s time to hop on a table and get down to gambling. Before you head to a casino for the first time, you need to know what to expect. To make sure you’re handling the experience like a seasoned veteran, here are seven mistakes that new gamblers need to avoid during…

The PGA Tour made a significant move this week by choosing BetMGM, MGM Resorts International’s sports betting brand, to be the sport’s official sports betting operator. Not only did these two entities enter into a ground-breaking agreement, but it’s a multi-year deal that includes all kinds of extra benefits with the hope that it propels betting on golf to higher levels. Details on the Deal This massive partnership contains numerous opportunities for both entities including a content and marketing relationship. BetMGM will have the rights to use the PGA Tour marks in addition to placing advertisements within its partner’s branding…

 August 7, 2020 Although things are technically still on schedule for a September 1st, 2020 Tropicana Las Vegas reopen, the CEO of  their parent company is not so sure. Last week he alluded to the fact that the resort might not be able to open by the date they planned. Penn National Gaming has now stated that there is the possibility that the opening date could be delayed based on market conditions. Like other casino properties in Nevada, Tropicana closed operations per state mandate in mid-March out of concern about the spread of the Coronavirus. “We plan right now to…

 August 6, 2020 Last week we told you that the Nevada Gaming Control Board wanted to start issuing fines for COVID-19 health violations, and now the Sahara Las Vegas casino is in their crosshairs. According to the Control Board, the Sahara had four breaches of emergency health and safety guidelines related to the Coronavirus outbreak. The most recent was in June when more players were allowed on the slot floor than are permitted by the current state policy for reopening. Members of the Control Board also witnessed three instances of customers at tables or machines where they were not playing…

 August 5, 2020 Some Las Vegas icons may not survive the Coronavirus shutdown, as Red Rock Resorts announced their Palms Casino, as well as Texas Station, Fiesta Henderson and Fiesta Rancho properties may not reopen. Station reported Tuesday financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2020, in which the company explained that “the unprecedented challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic have significantly impacted the company’s business operations.” Station Casinos had closed 20 properties in Southern Nevada for almost three months following Governor Steve Sisolak’s sweeping Las Vegas shutdown order in March, the Reno Gazette-Journal reports. What originally began…