Macau-based casino operator Melco Resorts & Entertainment has taken significant steps toward entering Thailand’s entertainment and gaming sector. The company has established a new office in Bangkok as it explores potential opportunities in the country. This development coincides with Melco’s collaboration with the Thailand Creative Culture Agency (THACCA) to amplify Thailand’s position as a global
Month: January 2025
We’re looking at the Enchanted Waters online slot from Yggdrasil, which comes with 5 cascading reels, 4 rows, and some very high volatility! Players hope to land one of the four mermaid symbols to trigger one of four features, from re-spins to multipliers, and from expanding wilds to the removal of all low paying symbols!
Jan 11, 2025 2 min read On January 2, Midwest poker player Chris Roth passed away after a battle with cancer. He was 42. Born May 21, 1982, Roth graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and was well-known within the Wisconsin poker community, especially as an Omaha hi-lo player. He had amassed $402,340 in lifetime
The Dutch Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit or Ksa) has unveiled its Supervision Agenda for 2025, emphasizing the protection of minors and young adults, adherence to advertising regulations, and the elimination of illegal gambling. This comprehensive plan builds on prior efforts to enhance consumer safety and curb harmful gambling practices. Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups A core priority of
View image in fullscreen ‘They created a Vegas in 10 years’: photographing the hedonistic gambling mecca of Macau Photographer Adam Lampton discusses capturing the vice, cash and sheer excess of the special administrative region of China – a place built on contradictions “I am not a huge gambler,” says Adam Lampton. “The first time I
The Ottawa Black Bears has announced a partnership agreement with PowerPlay Online Sportsbook and Casino. Under the terms of the deal, the company’s logo will be featured on the Canadian professional box lacrosse team’s home and away jerseys. In addition to the jersey sponsorship, the six-figure deal will also provide PowerPlay with branding elements inside the
The Coney, a proposed casino in Brooklyn’s Coney Island neighborhood in New York, has stirred significant attention, with developers announcing plans to establish a $200 million community trust fund if their gaming license is approved. The promise of this trust fund comes amid growing debate over the impact of the casino on the historic area, with
In recent years, Tanzania has rapidly ascended the ranks as one of Africa’s premier betting destination for betting and gaming. The East African nation, known for its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant economic growth, has become a hub for enthusiasts seeking opportunities in both traditional and online betting platforms. A combination of favorable
Jan 10, 2025 3 min read Table Of Contents The World Series of Poker Circuit‘s second festival of the year will be hosted by the Thunder Valley Casino Resort. As the WSOP Circuit Choctaw Durant gets underway in Oklahoma, across the country in Lincoln, California, the Thunder Valley casino is prepping for the next festival.
Ecuador is embracing a significant shift in its sports betting landscape with the introduction of a new licensing framework and tax regime under Executive Decree 487, signed by President Daniel Noboa. These measures aim to regulate the growing industry, ensuring compliance while addressing concerns about player protection and ethical gaming practices. New Licensing System The
Illinois casinos closed 2024 on a high note, fueled by strong holiday performance and contributions from new gambling venues, according to data published Wednesday by the Illinois Gaming Board. Total adjusted gross receipts for December reached $157 million, up 11% year-over-year, as nearly 1.25 million visitors flocked to the state’s 16 casinos. For the year,
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has imposed a £1 million fine on Greentube Alderney, which operates the Admiral Casino brand, after the company was found to have failed repeatedly in its obligations to adhere to both anti-money laundering (AML) and social responsibility regulations. The fine was levied after an in-depth investigation revealed multiple violations spanning from September 2022 to June
Caesars online casino, along with Horseshoe and Caesars Sportsbook online, have launched their first branded live dealer studio in Pennsylvania. . The studio, located in Philadelphia, was created through a partnership with Evolution Gaming and aims to offer an immersive live casino experience that replicates the luxury and energy of Caesars Palace Las Vegas. The
Jan 09, 2025 3 min read Table Of Contents The 2024 PokerGO Tour season has just one remaining event, and it’s a $1 million guaranteed freeroll that takes place on Friday. Shannon Shorr wrapped up the “regular” season with a $290,000 win for taking down Event #6 of the PokerGO Tour Last Chance Series in
France’s L’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) has approved promotional strategies for 2025 from the nation’s 16 licensed online operators and two exclusive rights holders, FDJ and PMU, with conditions. After analyzing the proposed strategies, the regulator called for reductions in promotional budgets, particularly for the four largest operators, whose spend accounts for 85% of the
Starting January 7, 2025, Switzerland and Liechtenstein have enforced an agreement aimed at bolstering protections against gambling addiction. Under the agreement, individuals banned from terrestrial or online casinos in one country will also be barred from gambling in the other. This measure will extend Switzerland’s approximately 100,000 existing gambling bans to include Liechtenstein’s casinos, while
Rivers Casino Philadelphia faces legal challenges after disclosing a data breach that exposed sensitive customer information. Hackers reportedly accessed personal data, prompting multiple lawsuits and investigations. In a statement released to Action News, Jack Horner, a spokesperson for the casino, confirmed the incident, explaining that an unauthorized actor infiltrated the casino’s IT network and accessed
The STRAT Las Vegas will host a Lunar New Year celebration honoring the “Year of the Snake,” beginning Wednesday, January 29th 2025. Guests who would like to attend will savor specialty items at CHI Asian Kitchen, be captivated by a traditional lion dance and find luck during an exciting slot tournament to celebrate the occasion.
Jan 08, 2025 2 min read Table Of Contents This past weekend, Minnesota’s Canterbury Park hosted a $400 NLH Monster Stack Event, which attracted 1,116 entrants and offered up a $368,280 prize pool. That made it the venue’s largest-ever standalone tournament, which was quite the accomplishment given it’s one of the Midwest’s longest-running cardrooms. The
Sports betting giant Bet365 has reported a return to profitability in its 2023-2024 fiscal year, driven by revenue growth from its sports betting operations and strategic expansion into new markets, particularly the United States. The company’s annual filing with Companies House shows group revenue reached £3.72 billion ($4.65 billion) for the 12 months ending March
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