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We’re checking out the Badlands online slot, a medium volatility game with 6 reels and 40 lines from our friends at Revolver Gaming. One unique aspect of this slot is the Wild Side feature, where the Buffalo Wild symbols expand sideways across the reels. Even better, there are 8 levels of Free Spins where the

The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has unveiled its newly established Tribal Advisory Council. The council seeks to increase awareness and respect for Native cultures as they relate to all facets of gambling so that these cultural practices can help other Native and non-Native communities, the non-profit organization said. The NCPG noted that even

The 2024 WSOP has crowned a new champion after a long and arduous battle during the Main Event. Jonathan Tamayo is from Humble, Texas. That’s a suburb of Houston, where we grew up. So we were already proud of him just for making the final table. But he did more than that. He made history

The U.S. iGaming industry is on track to overtake the U.K. as the world’s largest online gaming market by gross revenue by the end of this year, according to a new report from intelligence firm Vixio. Vixio’s June 2024 U.S. iGaming Outlook report forecasts a 22% year-on-year growth in total U.S. iGaming gross gaming revenue,

Are you ready for Anyma at the Las Vegas Sphere on December 31st? This New Year’s Eve could be spectacular, as you could be witness o the perfect culmination of technological forces when Afterlife presents Anyma ‘The End of Genesys,’ a captivating and unique event, presented by Live Nation. Operating at the compelling intersection between

Australian casino operator Star Entertainment Group has announced the regulatory approval of two key leadership positions within the company. The group has confirmed the appointments of Neale O’Connell as interim group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Janelle Campbell as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Star Sydney after receiving all necessary regulatory greenlights. On March 22nd, The

Why are Las Vegas room rates predicted to rise more than average this year? And how can the average traveler save when visiting Sin City? We’ve got the reasons for the predicted price hikes this summer, and some suggestions for how to visit Vegas on a budget! [embedded content] Tropicana Las Vegas officially closed back

The use of TikTok as a source of traffic has not been fully exploited by publishers despite its popularity. By analyzing its statistics, it is clear that this social network has great potential in the area of buying and reselling traffic. Moreover, knowing that you can work with TikTok completely free of charge is even

There’s been a lot of talk about the rising costs of a simple Las Vegas vacation. Over the years, Sin City has slowly lost its reputation for inexpensive travel. Gone are the days of the cheap buffets, and now there’s talk of hotel room rates going up again. But hey, that’s what happens when a

Culinary Workers Union Local 226 has reached tentative contract agreements with two Las Vegas Strip hotel properties – Vdara and The Signature. The agreements, made with Vdara, a 1,395-room hotel adjacent to Aria hotel-casino, and The Signature, which has 730 rooms neighboring MGM Grand, will cover more than 1,000 workers, according to the union. Culinary members

It was back in April of this year that we first reported on the allegations of Caesars price fixing. The company, along with Wynn and a few others, had a lawsuit filed against them over supposed collaboration via a “third-party software” as a way to manipulate and artificially inflate the rates charged for their hotel

Watch the Year of the Sphere celebration as the Las Vegas Sphere marks the one year anniversary of lighting up Sin City! The show runs through off many of the amazing displays that The Sphere showcased during its first twelve months in operation, and remembers the bands who performed there. All of this is choreographed

Bacta, the trade body representing the UK low-stake gaming and amusement sectors, has begun the process of engaging with the 335 new MPs who have been elected to the House of Parliament following the July 4th General Election. In an initiative that began as soon as the outcome of the election was confirmed, Bacta is

Sports technology company Sportradar is participating at the Regulating the Game conference, and has secured the first pitch with a quickfire talk on “Effective Regulation Through Innovative Technological Solutions.” Pitch! is a networking event that as part of the Regulating the Game conference seeks to ignite innovation, champion compliance, and propel the gambling industry “toward unparalleled excellence

Harrah’s Northern California announced it has become “the first casino in the nation to offer HotSeat Jackpot,” a player-funded drawing where guests wager against one another with bets ranging from $1 to $100 for a chance to win a jackpot every hour. HotSeat Jackpot, also known as HotSeat Lotto in certain locales, allows guests to

With the pending Mirage closure next week, Las Vegas will has lost a lot of hotel rooms in a short amount of time. According to a Nevada-based gaming analyst company, two of the largest casino operators on the Las Vegas Strip are poised for substantial economic gains following these closures. That equity research company, CBRE

In a statement at the Saturday News Forum held in Quezon City, Dr. Winston Casio, spokesperson for the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC), advocated for a phased approach to address the presence of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) in the country. Dr. Casio expressed the view that a gradual phaseout, coupled with transitional measures, could effectively

You’ve probably heard by now that the Mirage is closing soon. But what may be a surprise is the Mirage giving away cash before they shut their doors on the 17th of this month. And what’s even more surprising is that they are required to do so by state  law! How’s that for a kick

New York has become the first state to see its sportsbooks exceed $4 billion in revenue post-PASPA, the New York State Gaming Commission reported on Monday. Operator winnings for June reached $134.2 million, with the state collecting $68.3 million in taxes from a 9.1% hold. Despite trailing New Jersey by $4.84 billion in handle, New

There’s always something new headed for Las Vegas! This week we discuss a major Las Vegas expansions at the Bellagio that will stretch all the way to The Strip! Plus, there’s an addition planned for the Venetian! And renovation work at Caesars Palace effecting slots and poker! [embedded content] Something new is always under construction