The Philippine government is ramping up its efforts to enforce a nationwide ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), focusing on the deportation of over 11,000 foreign nationals involved in these operations. This crackdown follows President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to eliminate the disruptive influence of POGOs on the nation. Thousands of workers face deportation: According to the Bureau of
Month: January 2025
Sin City is ready for an electrifying start to 2025 with concerts, comedy acts, and residencies. Legendary headliners and brand-new Las Vegas shows are headed to the Strip in the first half of the New year, and there’s something for everyone to enjoy in the entertainment capital of the world. [embedded content] Hello friends! If
Date Tournament 17-Jan Winter Series 01: $10 NLHE [Winter Nightly Mini Stars], $4K Gtd 17-Jan Winter Series 02: $100 NLHE [7-Max, Progressive KO, Friday Defroster PKO], $20K Gtd 17-Jan Winter Series 03: $200 NLHE [Series Starter], $25K Gtd 17-Jan Winter Series 04: $20 NLHE [7-Max, Progressive KO, Mini Friday Defroster PKO], $7.5K Gtd 17-Jan Winter
View image in fullscreen Billionaire Bet365 boss takes a 45% pay cut despite soaring profits Denise Coates paid herself £150m in salary and dividends last year – far below the £466m she collected in 2020 Britain’s highest-paid woman, the Bet365 billionaire Denise Coates, has given herself a 45% pay cut, receiving £150m in salary and
A former Pennsylvania State Police corporal who worked as national compliance director for Georgia-based skill games manufacturer Pace-O-Matic is facing racketeering charges. Rick Goodling, who headed the gambling unit for 15 years, is accused by Pennsylvania prosecutors of using his position to aid the proliferation of these controversial video gambling devices across the commonwealth. The
Codere Online Luxembourg, S.A. is grappling with a securities fraud investigation and the potential delisting of its shares from Nasdaq. The developments follow the resignation of its auditor, Marcum LLP, and growing investor concerns regarding the company’s internal controls and financial transparency. On December 27, 2024, Codere disclosed to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
The World Series of Poker and Caesars Entertainment have released the 2025 WSOP dates, and just like the past three years it will take place at Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas , located on the iconic Las Vegas Strip. The series will run from May 27 to July 16, with the prestigious “Main
Jan 06, 2025 2 min read Table Of Contents Cherish Andrews and David Coleman dominated the tournament poker world last year. As such, they’ll receive two of the most prestigious awards at the Global Poker Awards ceremony in Las Vegas. Andrews, for the second time in three years, won the GPI Female Player of the
Fast Offshore is a trusted partner that proactively manages compliance to ensure clients can focus on what they do best—running and growing businesses. In this article, iGaming industry consultant Ron Mendelson explores how Fast Offshore takes the burden of compliance off its clients’ shoulders, enabling them to operate smoothly and confidently. In the highly regulated
Las Vegas tourism in November 2024 reflected mixed outcomes, with overall visitation slightly increasing but many other key metrics declining. According to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), visitor volume grew by 0.6% year-over-year to 3.3 million, thanks in part to the Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix and the Specialty Equipment Market Association trade show. November tourism overview:
Jan 03, 2025 4 min read Table Of Contents Happy New Year, everyone. I’m Kyle Anderson, PokerNews ambassador and Ontario resident. Here is an update on everything that’s both happened and is coming up in the Ontario poker world. Remember, ON players can legally play real money poker in Ontario, so PokerNews has come up
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, KSA) enforced a new “General Policy of Fines” starting January 1, 2025, aiming to strengthen compliance and deter violations in the Dutch gambling industry. The updated framework introduces broader penalties, turnover-related fines, and a transparent calculation process. The fine policy encompasses violations under the Remote Gambling Act (KOA) and the Netherlands
Sweden’s gambling authority, Spelinspektionen, has taken decisive action against Versus Odds B.V., the operator of Fortunepanda.com, for violating Swedish gambling regulations. This immediate ban, announced (pdf) on January 2, 2025, underscores the regulator’s commitment to protecting Swedish consumers and maintaining gaming safety. The investigation into Versus Odds B.V. was triggered by suspicions of unlicensed gambling
US sports betting is once again facing a challenge from the federal government, as US Senator Richard Blumenthal underscored the public health impacts of the widespread legalization of sports gambling in a hearing titled, “America’s High-Stakes Bet on Legalized Sports Gambling.” As mobile sports bets surge, Blumenthal called for minimum federal standards like those in
Jan 03, 2025 3 min read Table Of Contents Just weeks after winning his sixth World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet, Nick Schulman continued his winter hot streak by taking down a $10,100 High Roller tournament at PokerGO Studio in Las Vegas for $283,050. Fittingly enough, it brings Schulman his sixth PokerGO Tour (PGT) title.
On January 1, 2025, Brazil officially launched its fully regulated fixed-odds betting market, marking a new chapter for online gambling in the country. The move follows years of legislative and regulatory hurdles that began with the approval of betting legislation in 2018 under then-President Michel Temer. After substantial delays and revisions, the law was finalized
As Mississippi lawmakers prepare to reconvene in Jackson for the 2025 legislative session, the contentious issue of online sports betting is expected to resurface. Despite a strong push in 2024, efforts to expand sports betting beyond retail locations ultimately faltered after legislative disagreements. In early 2024, the Mississippi House of Representatives approved House Bill 774,
South Korea’s Paradise Co, a leader in the foreigner-only casino market, closed 2024 with an impressive 10.2% growth in casino revenue, reaching KRW818.8 billion (US$556 million). This marks a significant improvement over the KRW742.9 billion (US$507 million) recorded in 2023, reaffirming its stronghold in the gaming industry. Annual performance highlights: The year’s growth was primarily fueled by table games,
Westgate Las Vegas has extended performing legend Barry Manilow an unprecedented Lifetime Residency. Manilow has accepted this extraordinary honor, further cementing his enduring legacy at the iconic International Theater. Manilow reached a new milestone earlier this year when he surpassed Elvis Presley’s record of 636 performances at the venue. The announcement of a Barry Manilow
Jan 03, 2025 3 min read Table Of Contents Liv Boeree is donating more than a half a million of her historic score at World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise to fight factory farming, the science communicator and former poker pro revealed today. Boeree, who in December finished fourth in the first-ever $25,000 buy-in Super