Author: OnlineGamblingDaily

This week we have online gambling news from Massachusetts, where mobile sports betting violations abound! Plus, more online betting news from Ohio, where the fines are flying. And then sports betting news from New York, where the operators are starting to push back! Hello my friends! And thank you for streaming another edition of This Week in Gambling, as online betting continues to sweep across the country. But with more money comes more problems… I think they even wrote a song about that! First up, we told you back in January about the new gambling records, and now the numbers…

Merkur eSolutions and Bet3000 have agreed to a new cooperation, the parties announced this week. Through this deal, the betting provider is set to use Merkur’s B2B omnichannel portfolio. “Register quickly, effect deposits and withdrawals simply, have fun online while gaming, betting or even e-shopping – Merkur eSolutions’ successful motto is now being introduced at betting provider Bet3000,” a press release announces.  Merkur, part of the Gauselmann Group, is currently in the process of rolling out its eSolutions portfolio at the betting provider’s approximately 300 venues. In December 2022, Bet3000’s license to conduct sports betting was renewed until 2027. With…

The PGA TOUR announced Monday it has joined the Leadership Circle of the National Council on Problem Gambling, while also renewing its Platinum membership with the national nonprofit organization, which serves as a national advocate to mitigate gambling-related harm.  Organizations that support the NCPG through Leadership Circle investment “ensure the viability of the overall operations, sustainability, future growth and innovation,” stated PGA TOUR.  Additionally, the PGA TOUR will roll out a cross-platform marketing campaign in support of NCPG’s Problem Gambling Awareness Month in March, which will bring elevated messaging around problem gambling education and resources across a series of branded…

iGaming platform provider and aggregator Soft2Bet announced Tuesday it has struck a content agreement with game provider Octoplay. Soft2Bet describes its new partner as having “a team of innovators who are dedicated to the creation of cutting-edge games that spark players’ interest, appealing to a wide array of gamers out there.” This partnership enables Soft2Bet to incorporate the studio’s expanding network of games, which feature a range of different mechanics including Pearly Shores, Heavy Anchor, Hot Harvest, Disco Dive and Blazing Touch.  Soft2Bet expects this enhancement will provide it with “limitless possibilities for growth” as the games are now available to…

When sports betting in New York was passed with a 51% tax rate, we knew it would lead to problems. Now, both DraftKings and FanDuel New York are saying they could abandon the market if that tax rate isn’t lowered to something more realistic. The CEO of DraftKings, Jason Robins, described the situation as “unsustainable” while speaking at a recent joint legislative hearing. He pointed out that while the tax rate is already the highest in the nation, it’s even worse than it appears since fees and licensing make the state’s effective tax more than 70%. The President of FanDuel,…

Romanian sports betting group Superbet has announced the appointment of Hans-Holger Albrecht, an experienced executive who served as Deezer CEO from 2015 to 2021, as Chairman of the Board of Directors.  The decision confirms the group’s intention to list its shares on an international capital market in the coming years, with the aim of becoming one of the main players in the technology and entertainment industry globally. Albrecht will replace Superbet founder Sacha Dragic, effective February 28. “I am very pleased to welcome Hans-Holger as chairman. His appointment follows an extensive and thorough search process, through which we are convinced…

iGaming solutions provider SOFTSWISS announced a new content addition to its Game Aggregator through a new deal with game supplier Skywind Group.  SOFTSWISS describes the company as an experienced game provider that offers a variety of entertainment content under Maltese and Spanish licenses. The new partner’s team creates games such as slots and Live Casino products, and employs “unique player engagement tools,” including Must win Jackpots, Lucky Envelopes, Tournaments and Free Bets. Players can conveniently access Skywind Group’s content as its games are compatible with multiple fiat currencies, providing greater flexibility for users worldwide. The company was established in 2012. Connecting to the…

Gaming provider Zitro presented its latest innovations for the Spanish market at the recently held FIJMA Madrid, “demonstrating once again its ability to surprise operators, who are looking for the most innovative products on the market for their players.” The company launched a new concept, MEGA Y MÁS, a progressive jackpot system “in which all players win.” It is a product created exclusively for players and operators in the Spanish Gaming and Bingo market.  For operators, MEGA Y MÁS allows them to connect as many games as they want, combining as many Zitro cabinets as they wish to offer “a new experience”…

 February 26, 2023 Check out our review of the Deadly Outlaw online slot, a highly volatile game (95.2% RTP) from Revolver! With 5 reels and 30 paylines, this slot is all about the Sticky Wilds! Look for them in the base game! Plus, landing three or more Outlaw Symbols will trigger the Free Spins feature! There’s also a Match 3 Picker Bonus game! So get ready for an adventure of your own as you ride to riches with a sturdy sheriff in the Deadly Outlaw online slot! Saddle up, ready for an adventure of you players! Are you ready to…

EveryMatrix’s iGaming affiliate marketing tool PartnerMatrix announced the appointment of Vahe Khalatyan, the brand’s former Chief Technical Officer, as its new CEO. “Since day one, Khalatyan played a crucial role in the development and success of PartnerMatrix in the last eight years, proving to be a key asset and leader within the team,” the affiliate software provider said. His appointment follows the recent departure of previous CEO and co-founder Levon Nikoghosyan.  Khalatyan commented on his appointment: “I am excited to take on this role and lead PartnerMatrix into the future. I have been with the company since day one and have…

The state of Arkansas set new sports gaming records during January. The state’s Department of Finance and Administration revealed an all-time high sports betting total handle of $33 million, a 6.6% increase over December’s numbers, which were the previous record. Meanwhile, mobile-only sports betting handle was up 3.9% from $25 million in December to $26.1 million in January, also setting a new record for the state. Overall wagers placed since sports betting launched in Arkansas in January 2022 are up 292%.  A spokesperson for BetArkansas stated that the launch of mobile sports betting has supported the “astronomical” rise in wagering handle. “As…

The Nevada Gaming Commission unanimously approved on Thursday a gaming license for London-based Entain, MGM Resorts International’s 50-50 partner in its BetMGM sports wagering brand.  The licensing included suitability and key employee licensure of several executives, including Entain CEO Jette Nygaard-Andersen, who appeared before commissioners and will become a member of BetMGM’s board, according to Las Vegas Review-Journal. Commissioners questioned executives about being fined $20.4 million in August by the UKGC for social responsibility and anti-money laundering failures. However, the measures carried out by the company to correct its compliance procedures satisfied the commissioners.  Entain was once an acquisition target of…

After the first major global industry encounter of the year took place earlier this month, February 7-9 at ExCel London, gaming technology and services provider BetConstruct has now shared an assessment of its participation at ICE London 2023. Showcasing its latest innovations and achievements, the company presented one of the largest stands at the event. Moreover, within the raffle organized by BetConstruct along with ftNFT, visitors enjoyed the special experience and seized the opportunity to win from the prize pool of 20.000 FTN. During the expo, the brand showcased its range of solutions under the concept of Resonance, “infused with…

Sports betting services provider Kambi Group has shared its financial report for the fourth quarter of 2022. Revenue in the three-month period amounted to €57.8 million ($60.9 million), up 66% from Q4 2021, including a €12.6 million termination fee from PENN Entertainment. The company has also shared its results for the full year of 2022, with revenue for the twelve-month period amounting to €166 million ($175 million), slightly above the €162 million posted in 2021. Operating profit (EBIT) for the fourth quarter of 2022 was €18.7 million ($19.7 million), up 164% from €7.1 million the previous year, at a margin…

At a Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday, the Village of Garden City voted to formally oppose the development of a casino at the Nassau County Hub in Long Island, New York, which had been proposed by gaming and hospitality giant Las Vegas Sands. As the village has no say in what happens at the Hub, the unanimous vote to oppose the plan is largely symbolic. Community members hope their stance against the project sends a strong message to developers and officials that they don’t want a casino in their neighborhood. Pearl Jacobs, of the Nostrand Gardens Civic Association, said…

 February 24, 2023 What’s it been? Like, a couple of weeks? And right out of the game, we’ve got violations of Massachusetts sports betting regulations from several casinos! Well, it’s nice to see things off and running so quickly. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission says that since regulated wagers went live on January 31st, there have been three casinos within the state which have run afoul of the state ban for betting on in-state college games. First, Encore Boston Harbor was found to be accepting wagers on Boston College women’s basketball games. The, Plainridge Park casino was found to have taken…