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iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has expanded its existing partnership with Peppermill Casino to roll out its collection of dice slots in Belgium. One of the country’s newest online casinos, Peppermill Casino boasts a particular focus on dice games, slots, and table games. Pragmatic Play titles including Sweet Bonanza Dice, The Dog House Dice, and Snakes & Ladders Megadice are now live with the operator, giving players in Belgium access to dice slot games that are based “on player favorite originals.” Dice slots are a relatively new product in Pragmatic Play’s portfolio, the supplier notes. The agreement with Peppermill Casino marks…

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has confirmed plans to launch its first online casino, marking its entrance into the iGaming sector. The iCasino will be available to players in the first quarter of 2024, under the brand Casino Filipino. As per details revealed by PAGCOR, the online casino will be called ‘casinofilipino.com,’ and will employ virtual reality-based technology to simulate the sights and sounds of a physical casino, aiming to offer a “realistic and immersive” gaming experience. “It will allow players to interact with the digital counterparts of traditional casino games,” said PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco.…

Las Vegas-based slot machine developer Aruze Gaming America, set to close next month, has revealed that its operations and assets will be acquired by two separate companies in pending acquisitions. Play Synergy, a slot manufacturer, announced earlier in the week that it is seeking to acquire Aruze’s slot operations, including land-based assets and online gaming, for $7 million at auction, according to bankruptcy filings. The move would also give Play Synergy control of related sales, service, support and operations of Aruze’s slot route. On the other hand, automated table games developer Interblock USA has now unveiled its plans to purchase…

Hong Kong’s billionaire Cheng family has assumed control of the Hoiana Casino Resort in Vietnam, formerly managed by jailed Macau junket boss Alvin Chau’s LET Group Holdings, according to insiders with knowledge of the matter. LET Group Holdings, previously a part of Alvin Chau’s business empire Suncity Group, is no longer involved in the management of Hoiana, situated near Da Nang, a Vietnamese port city. The Cheng family’s flagship investment firm, Chow Tai Fook Enterprises, has reportedly now taken over the resort’s operations, as per Bloomberg. The Hoiana resort, a joint venture between Chow Tai Fook, LET Group, and investment management firm…

iGaming content supplier NetEnt has announced Wild Turkey Megaways, a medium to high volatility sequel to its Wild Turkey slot that features 117,649 ways to win. “Players can dive back into the world of tribal turkeys in an exciting sequel, bringing back the atmosphere of the original game complete with two exciting wilds and free spins,” said the company of its latest launch. Wild Turkey Megaways offers two wild features for players and a max win potential of 7,200x. During the randomly occurring Wild Turkey feature, entangling vines frame the middle reels, transforming high-paying symbols into Wild Turkeys. These special wilds…

iGaming software supplier Bede Gaming has announced the appointment of Dan Whiteley as its Chief Technology Officer. He brings over 25 years of experience to his new role at the company, which is a subsidiary of German giant Gauselmann Group since 2020. Whiteley’s appointment took effect on July 3, following the departure of Bede’s previous CTO, Andy Wardle, earlier this year. According to a press statement, Whiteley has experience in “complex technology solutions and digital products,” having previously held senior leadership positions at Jugo, CTS and global sports betting heavyweight Flutter. He specializes in setting an innovative technology vision and…

Atlantic City has marked a historic moment as Donna DeCaprio becomes the first woman to lead the union which represents the majority of the casino workers in the city. DeCaprio now holds the position of president at Local 54 of the Unite Here union, a powerful organization boasting approximately 10,000 members. Local 54 has played a significant role in labor disputes, in several instances challenging the casino industry and advocating for workers’ rights. However, following the adoption of landmark contracts last summer, a period of relative labor peace has been ensured for at least three more years, along with substantial…

Professional golf tour LIV Golf has announced micro-betting odds provider Simplebet as the league’s Official Sports Betting Innovation Partner. Under the strategic relationship, the tech company will distribute the league’s real-time competition data to sports betting operators and media platforms globally, providing single-screen in-play wager technology complemented with low latency video streaming. “This is a transcendent moment for the sport and we are thrilled to serve as the Official Sports Betting Innovation Partner of LIV Golf,” said Simplebet CEO Chris Bevilacqua. “We’ve revolutionized the way audiences around the world connect with live sports by unlocking fan engagement opportunities and together…

iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play announced that it has launched the sequel to one of its top-performing gameshow tiles, Auto Mega Roulette, described as set to put “a new spin on a live casino classic.” Removing the dealer and instead spinning the wheel automatically, the latest variant to Mega Roulette is billed as a fast-paced gameshow that randomly selects between one and five Mega Lucky Numbers after all bets have been placed. Once the ball lands, the winning number will be highlighted and offers players a payout as per the roulette table.    Delivering an additional thrill, Auto Mega Roulette features the inclusion…

 July 20, 2023 There’s another big construction project near the Horseshoe! This time it’s Bottled Blonde Las Vegas, a $50 million venue that will take up 25,000 square feet and stand four stories! Evening Entertainment Group is the Arizona company investing in the project, which will overlook Las Vegas Boulevard from the Grand Bazaar Shops. The Bottled Blonde brand was originally established back in 2014 in Scottsdale. Since that time, they have expanded to several cities, including Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Miami. As a testament to its success, the news release proudly declares that it holds the title of…

 July 17, 2023 The Wynn Las Vegas was once again voted the best resort in the city by Travel + Leisure. Their 2023 World’s Best Awards list top hotels and travel destinations around the world as based on the opinions of their readers. This marks the fourth year in a row that they have won this prestigious honor. Part of the success for Wynn Las Vegas can be attributed to its commitment to offering new and exciting experiences for its guests. This year, Wynn unveiled the extraordinary “only-in-Las Vegas” show called Awakening, which captivated audiences with its breathtaking acrobatics, soaring…

Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng has revealed that a comprehensive five-year economic diversification plan for Macau, titled ‘Plan for Moderate Economic Diversification of Macau Special Administrative Region (2024-2028),’ will “soon” be made public. The move is part of an effort to reduce the city’s over-reliance on the gaming industry. The announcement was made during the second plenary session of the city’s Economic Development Committee on Tuesday morning. The plan aims to outline detailed development goals and projects across various sectors. Among the sectors covered in the plan are tourism and leisure, traditional Chinese medicine, technologically driven healthcare, modern finance, high technology, MICE…

iGaming solutions and content provider EveryMatrix has gone live with operator WynnBet in the US. The deal will see EveryMatrix provide Wynn Resorts’ online gaming brand with content from its in-house studios, including Armadillo Studios, via seamless integration with the company’s iGaming Integration Platform, CasinoEngine. WynnBet has initially launched EveryMatrix content in New Jersey, with further US state launches planned ahead. EveryMatrix has licenses in New Jersey, Michigan, West Virginia, Ontario in Canada, and most recently Connecticut, with the regulatory process underway in Pennsylvania. The deal is the latest in a number of relationships EveryMatrix has secured with several operators in the…

Las Vegas casino-hotel Circus Circus is undergoing renovations for over $25 million. The update is part of a plan by casino mogul Phil Ruffin, who took ownership of the property in 2019, to bring the venue back to its heyday with nearly $30 million in investments. The latest developments at the property include a new “Garage” arcade area, already built, which includes bowling, mini golf, and a VR game that allows players to simulate flying, reports 8 News Now. Moreover, as part of its facelift, Circus Circus has brought new rides to its Carnival Midway. It has also introduced Ax…

The biggest poker tournament in the world, the World Series of Poker Main Event, is over for 2023. And an American has won the WSOP title for the first time in a long time. Daniel Weinman , a 35 year old player from Atlanta took home the prestigious Gold Bracelet and a cool $12 million. Weinman came out on top after a 10-day battle where he overcame a record field of over 10,000 players from all over the world. His incredible win set a new milestone as the largest first-place Main Event payout ever from the biggest prize pool in…

There have been a lot of rumors about the Rio All Suites Hotel and Casino in recent months, including that it would be demolished to make room for a new baseball stadium. So what’s up with the Rio? Will it be torn down? Or are there other plans for the resort casino? Hello friends! I am in Las Vegas sweating my ass off on the Strip with the record-breaking 118 degree heat! But before I left I made you this video with some game reviews to talk about, and this week’s big story! Over the years we may have used…