Play’n GO invites players to embark on a thrilling desert adventure with their latest slot game, Oasis of Dead. This 5×3 dynamic addition to the acclaimed Dead series immerses gamers in a mystical desert, where they uncover the secrets of an ancient demonic king. As players navigate the treacherous sands, they encounter thrilling action and hidden
Month: July 2024
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has welcomed Labour’s landslide election victory and pledged to work with the new government to enhance the UK’s betting and gaming industry while driving economic growth and championing safer gambling standards. Labour secured a decisive victory on July 4, having previously promised in their manifesto to collaborate with the industry
We’re serving up a fresh look at the “super high” volatility Nice Catch DoubleMax online slot from the good people at Yggdrasil. This 3 reel, 5 row game has 243 paylines and a return to player of over 96% with bets ranging from 0.2 credits all the way to 20 credits per spin. [embedded content]
Jul 05, 2024 4 min read The first two $25,000 buy-in WPT Alpha8 Trifecta events have both crowned winners at the Wynn Las Vegas. Brock Wilson won the WPT Alpha8 Trifecta #1 last week, breaking a brutal streak of bad luck. His $571,400 payday marks a significant improvement to his fortunes. Wilson’s WPT Alpha8 Trifecta
The Finnish Ministry of the Interior has introduced a draft government proposal to reform the country’s gambling system. This proposal, which aligns with the Government Programme, aims to dismantle Veikkaus Oy’s current monopoly on betting and online casino games and open these markets to competition through a licensing model. The consultation period for this draft
View image in fullscreen Tory business minister bet on Conservatives winning election Kevin Hollinrake says he placed bet some months ago and some ‘may think that’s foolhardy’ but it’s ‘nobody’s business’ UK election live – latest updates A minister has said he bet on the Conservatives winning the election, but said gambling on the result
A guest at Mohegan Pennsylvania casino has won a significant jackpot worth $642,000 over the weekend. According to casino officials, the lucky winner, a man from Plains Township, hit the massive jackpot playing the Blazing 7’s Blackjack progressive table game. The win required a side bet along with the main wager, which positioned him for
International Game Technology (IGT) and Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) have expanded their Historical Horse Racing (HHR) technology footprints to Malta via an agreement with National Lottery, a subsidiary of IZI Group. As per the agreement, IGT’s product will initially represent a 100% HHR floor share at National Lottery’s first HHR venue, IZIBINGO, situated in St. Paul’s Bay, while
It was back in May of last year that we featured the Lexi Las Vegas in an article on this site. We were excited to report on a new, cannabis friendly hotel in Las Vegas, even if there was no gambling taking place there. It had the potential to offer something new to the city,
Jul 04, 2024 3 min read Last updated Jul 04, 2024 Georgios Skarparis of Cyprus displayed unwavering determination as he clinched his first World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet and a substantial $554,925 cash prize in Event #78: $1,000 Mini Main Event at the Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas. Overcoming a field of 6,076 contenders
Macau’s casino revenue amounted to MOP17.69 billion (£1.74 billion/€2.04 billion/$2.21 billion) in June 2024, marking the lowest monthly total since November 2023. This figure represents a 16.4% increase from MOP15.21 billion in June 2023, 14.1% lower than the MOP20.19 billion reported in May 2024. June’s Performance Analysis June’s revenue drop comes after May 2024 reported the
View image in fullscreen Sunak continues his fighting talk. At this stage it’s more of a surrender message Prime minister’s campaign has become the only spectacle less appealing than England at the Euros “I will never stop fighting for this country,” ran Rishi Sunak’s morning message to a nation that, if the polls are to
Evolution announced the launch of its online live casino services for players in Delaware’s regulated gaming market. This significant development is in partnership with Rush Street Interactive, Inc., a prominent US-based iGaming company known for operating the BetRivers brand. Evolution’s live games will be available at Delaware Lottery’s three online casinos: Delaware Park Casino, Bally’s
Germany’s gambling regulator, Gemeinsamen Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), reported that illegal gambling revenue accounted for up to 4% of the country’s total gross gaming revenue (GGR) in 2023. According to the annual report, released on July 1, the black market generated between €400 million and €600 million ($648 million) in GGR, compared to the legal market’s
We have exciting news for Las Vegas Boulevard, as there are major plans for an extensive Bellagio expansion project involving new restaurants and retail shops! It seems the powers that run the resort have realized that they are not taking full advantage of their location in the center of The Strip, and the prime viewing
Jul 03, 2024 3 min read Last updated Jul 03, 2024 Matthew Lambrecht clinched his maiden World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet and his first seven-figure score in Event #76: $10,000 Mystery Bounty No-Limit Hold’em for $1,018,933 — a career-best. Lambrecht overcame his compatriot Damarjai Davenport heads-up who banked $678,707 for his efforts. A total
In a significant move to bolster the integrity of sports betting, the General Directorate for the Regulation of Gambling in Spain has mandated that all licensed gaming operators involved in horseracing or sports betting must join the Global Betting Market Investigation Service (SIGMA). Effective from 28 June 2024, this new requirement is designed to prevent
The number of Metropolitan police officers under investigation over bets on the timing of the general election has risen to at least seven, the force has said. On Tuesday the Met said six officers were being investigated – of whom one was the close protection officer who was arrested. The other five, who were not
Greentube, NOVOMATIC’s digital gaming and entertainment division, has taken a significant step into the South African market by partnering with Sunbet. This collaboration, supported by NOVOMATIC Africa, marks Greentube’s debut in one of Africa’s most well-established markets. This strategic move aligns with Greentube’s global expansion efforts, according to the company’s official press release. The partnership
SiGMA has officially opened the nomination process for the East Europe gaming awards to the public. Taking place in Budapest, the SiGMA East Europe Awards will be held on the 2nd of September at the Intercontinental Hotel. Nominations and self-nominations will close on the 31st of July. An official shortlist will be announced, after which