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Ireland’s Minister for Sport, Catherine Martin, has expressed her support for a proposed 3% increase in the betting levy if the additional funds generated are utilized to bolster domestic sports projects. However, she also stated a rise in the levy would be a matter for the Minister for Finance. While Martin noted that money raised from the betting levy goes into the general exchequer funds, rather than being ringfences for particular purposes, she would support such a move. Speaking during a public gallery debate, Martin stated: “I would of course support any measures such as an increase in the betting…

From April to June this year, net gaming revenue (NGR) for STS Group increased by 26% Y-o-Y, from PLN 135 million ($34 million) to PLN 170 million ($42 million), the Polish sports betting company announced in a business update, which leaves out UK and Estonia operations. In the second quarter of 2023, STS S.A. generated a GGR of PLN 298 million ($75.1 million), compared to PLN 263 million a year before. This represents a year-on-year increase of 14%. Accordingly, the value of amounts staked in Q2 2023 in the STS S.A. – the main operating company in the STS Group –…

 July 13, 2023 The poor, neglected Rio Las Vegas. The resort has fallen from its glory days of hosting the World Series of Poker. It’s off the Strip and it’s been neglected. It’s been sold by Caesars, and even considered a joke of many vacationers and locals for years. But now, it’s getting some attention. There was some talk that the whole complex would be torn down with a new baseball stadium to be built in its place, but that project has since been moved. So, the current landlord of Rio Las Vegas, Eric Birnbaum, has decided that a comprehensive…

Sports have always had a unique ability to captivate and unite fans around the world. The thrill of witnessing spectacular athletic performances and the anticipation of unpredictable outcomes make sports an exhilarating and immersive experience. With the advent of sportsbook software, fans now have the opportunity to elevate their passion for sports to new heights. These innovative platforms not only provide an avenue for fans to engage with their favorite sports but also offer a host of exciting features that enhance the overall experience. Bookies, the individuals who facilitate and enhance the betting experience, play a pivotal role in this…

The UK’s Betting and Gaming Council has asked the Department of Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) to protect gambling jobs ahead of planned changes to gambling law. The industry body provided evidence and opinions to a DCMS Select Committee Inquiry, ahead of the imminent publishing of the first consultations of the Gambling Review’s White Paper. BGC Chief Executive Michael Dugher and Standards and Innovation Executive Wes Himes spoke with the committee about the reforms, highlighting that the body supports measures to raise standards, protect the vulnerable, preserve industry jobs, and modernize UK gambling. In specific, the BGC said it stands…

The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA), All-In Diversity Project (AIDP), Entain, Flutter, and Stats Perform have jointly launched a study highlighting the dramatic growth and calling for a proactive approach to mitigate match-fixing risk in women’s sports. Titled “Breaking Barriers: Assessing Women’s Sports, Betting, and Integrity Challenges,” the report was presented within the framework of the iGB L!VE expo in Amsterdam. The study, conducted by the German Sport University Cologne, focuses on the economic development of women’s sports and their potential vulnerability to match-fixing. Khalid Ali, CEO of IBIA, emphasized the need for vigilance regarding sports integrity in the rapidly growing industry.  “We…

The 2023 WSOP is being played at the Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Casino. The tourney has made history this summer, as their Main Event has broken their all-time record for the most entries! When the final registration was closed, WSOP officials say there were 10,043 entries, making this the biggest and richest tournament in the history of live poker! “This is an all-time summer for the WSOP,” said Ty Stewart, their Senior Vice President. “Week after week we saw record fields, so it’s only fitting that we break the biggest record of all. 10,000 players is historic for the…

FanDuel announced Tuesday it has extended its agreement with the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA). Under the terms of the new multi-year agreement, FanDuel is designated as a WTA-authorized gaming operator for the Hologic WTA Tour in North, South, and Central America.  As the agreement extends, FanDuel will continue to leverage WTA trademarks, as well as scoring data via Stats Perform, which is designated as the Association’s official data supplier. In addition, the collaboration also sees FanDuel have access to WTA hospitality at various tournaments and recurring social media posts throughout the season.  🤝@FanDuel and WTA are excited to renew their strategic collaboration and…

In June, the Chilean government proposed a series of indications to advance in the processing of the bill to regulate online gambling platforms, which was approved by the Economy Committee of the Chamber of Deputies on May 30. A month later, new proposals were submitted to the committee in charge of the bill, among which is an increase in taxes on operators, adding VAT. Thus, this tax -added to the Gaming Tax- would bring the tax burden to 38.2%, making Chile one of the countries with the highest taxes in the world for online platforms, which gaming stakeholders believe could…

Gaming test lab and product certification consultancy BMM Testlabs has announced the promotion of Nick Demus to Vice President of Strategic Accounts at the company’s Las Vegas headquarters. Under his new role, Demus will report to the Senior Vice President of Strategic Accounts for the North American region. Robert Reyes, Senior Vice President of Strategic Accounts, commented, “I am very pleased to have the opportunity to promote our qualified talent in BMM’s North American business development team.” “Nick has an impressive background in key areas of the gaming industry, and he has proven his commitment to the success of BMM’s partners. His…

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What a week to be in Sin City! First up, the new Las Vegas Sphere finally lit up the other night! People were mesmerized by the free show, and we have the video footage! Plus, there is now talk of a Las Vegas NBA team! Check out our video of the Las Vegas Sphere, which was lit up for the very first time just a few days ago to help celebrate the 4th of July! It put on one hell of a show, and we’ll be featuring more videos of the Sphere in action over the next couple of weeks,…

Gateway Casinos and Entertainment has announced a new affiliate marketing agreement with the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG). The initiative will see Gateway promote OLG’s iCasino slots, and table games, including live casino, as well as its digital sportsbook, PROLINE+, through OLG.ca to Gateway customers in Ontario. The agreement to promote OLG’s iCasino and iSports to Gateway customers builds on the existing relationship between Gateway and OLG. On behalf of OLG, Gateway operates 14 casinos across Southwest, North, and Central Ontario and has been executing a development program to create local entertainment destinations in the communities where it operates, including…

International Game Technology (IGT) has released its 2022 Sustainability Report, detailing its efforts toward supporting global sustainability and advancing its environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance under its Sustainable Play initiatives. Vince Sadusky, IGT CEO, said: “This marks the 16th consecutive year that IGT has released its Sustainability Report, demonstrating the company’s comprehensive sustainability initiatives and the positive impacts they have on our people and the planet.”  He added: “With a strong foundation centered around Sustainable Play and priorities aligned with UN Global Compact principles and Sustainable Development Goals, IGT continues to make considerable progress as an industry leader in…