View image in fullscreen Poacher turned gamekeeper: the gambler who turned tables on bookies and lobbies for UK tax rise Multimillionaire Derek Webb, a Labour donor, goes all-in with support for levy on online casinos and bookmakers Labour considers up to £3bn tax raid on gambling firms As a former professional poker player, Derek Webb
Vegas has said goodbye Tropicana for the last time with a stunning display that lit up the Las Vegas skyline with a spectacular drone and fireworks show, followed by the dramatic 22-second implosion of its iconic towers at 2:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 9. This landmark event ushers in a new chapter for Las Vegas,
Digne-les-Bains, a picturesque town in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France, is set to enhance its tourist and entertainment offerings with the construction of a new casino. This ambitious project, managed by the renowned Golden Palace Group, was formally introduced to the municipal council on Tuesday, October 8. The planned Casino Golden Palace Digne-les-Bains is expected to begin operations by the
BetConstruct‘s head of gaming operations Ruzanna Elchyan, shared insights about the upcoming Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards. The event will take place on December 13. The B.F.T.H. Arena Awards has now reached its third edition, which is a significant milestone, to say the least. What unique strategies or elements have been key to sustaining and growing the success of
Oct 11, 2024 In the 860th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, which is sponsored by the free-to-play WSOP App, Chad Holloway Kyna England, and Mike Holtz are at Level 9 Studio in Las Vegas to discuss the sexual harassment allegations against Nick Vertucci, who as a result is no longer associated with Hustler Casino Live
In a significant move for the global gaming industry, the American Gaming Association (AGA), European Casino Association (ECA), and Betting & Gaming Council (BGC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at addressing shared challenges. The agreement, announced today, signifies a collaborative effort to confront key issues like illegal gambling, responsible gaming, industry innovation,
The 2023-24 financial year marked a period of unprecedented growth for South Africa’s gambling industry, with gross gambling revenue (GGR) reaching a new peak of ZAR59.3 billion. This figure represents a substantial 25.7% increase from the previous year’s ZAR47.12 billion, signaling robust industry dynamics. Unprecedented growth in gambling revenue: According to the National Gambling Statistics FY2023/24 report(pdf)
A new tribal sports betting initiative in California could be on the ballot as soon as 2026, but it is more likely to emerge in 2028, according to a key tribal leader. Speaking at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas on Tuesday, James Siva, chairman of the California Nations Indian Gaming Association, said
Oct 10, 2024 3 min read Table Of Contents At PokerNews, we’re always on the hunt for top-tier bonuses, so when BetMGM’s latest sports and casino promo crossed my desk, I couldn’t resist taking a closer look… The First Bet Special is BetMGM’s offer to the sports and casino fan with $250 in Bonuses from
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is contemplating an outright ban on online sports betting if the government’s recent regulatory efforts fail to address the growing issue of gambling addiction in the country. Since the legalization of online sports betting in 2018, there has been a dramatic surge in betting activity, raising concerns about
0:36 Tropicana casino in Las Vegas demolished in controlled implosion – video The Tropicana, a landmark hotel and the last true mob-era casino in Las Vegas, was reduced to rubble on Wednesday. The legendary haunt of the Rat Pack and the place James Bond said he had heard was quite comfortable in the 1971 film
Last year, the F1 Las Vegas race was considered a financial success for some, and a complete disaster for others. While many resorts made a bundle of cash, smaller local businesses suffered from road closures. Additionally, traffic was an absolute nightmare and casino employees were inconvenienced for months trying to navigate the maze of construction
Wynn Resorts has officially announced the estimated budget for its highly anticipated integrated resort in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. The project is expected to cost a total of $5.1 billion, with Wynn contributing $1.1 billion in equity, according to an investor presentation held in conjunction with the G2E event in Las Vegas this week. The development,
As Global Gaming Expo (G2E) Las Vegas 2024 gets underway, Euro Games Technology (EGT) is unveiling an impressive lineup of new gaming products aimed at captivating both players and industry professionals. Among the highlights is the Bell Link 2 multigame, the Bell Link Boost jackpot, and two new Asian-themed jackpots, showcasing EGT’s innovative approach to player engagement and
Oct 09, 2024 3 min read Table Of Contents PokerStars is bringing Spin & Go’s to the live arena for the first time and you don’t have long to wait to see them in action because The Spin & Go Championship debuts during the upcoming European Poker Tour (EPT) Prague festival. The Spin & Go
The debate over Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 is intensifying, with Senators Lynn Ruane and Alice Mary Higgins advocating for a total ban on gambling bonuses as the bill nears final approval. The original version of the bill had included a blanket prohibition on such bonuses, but recent amendments have altered this, allowing operators to
Sin City has many secrets, but many visitors completely miss Las Vegas’ secret airline on display right in front of them! These government aircraft hide in plain sight, flying in and out of Vegas several times every day. However, you can’t book a ticket or even visit the terminal. So what is “Janet Airlines”? Who
Macau’s casinos experienced a significant rebound during the National Day Golden Week, recording daily gross gaming revenues (GGR) surpassing MOP$1 billion. This performance was close to the figures of 2019 and marked a 30% increase from 2023. The total GGR from October 1 to 6 reached MOP$6.5 billion, averaging MOP$1.08 billion per day, which exceeded market expectations and represented
iGaming content supplier FBM Digital Systems (FBMDS) and FBM Foundation are joining forces to host a special solidarity initiative linked to the Ronaldinho Crash game by FBMDS at this year’s Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas. From October 8 – 10, visitors to booth 2848 will have the opportunity to participate in a Keepy-Uppy Challenge, designed
Oct 08, 2024 4 min read Table Of Contents The Bonnington Hotel, Dublin, will be packed to the rafters between October 22-28 thanks to the 2024 edition of the International Poker Open (IPO) Dublin taking place. Players from around Ireland and much further afield will descend on the Bonnington for seven days of high-octane poker
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